Richard J. Berry
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Richard James Berry[1] (born November 5, 1962) is an American entrepreneur and politician who served as the 29th mayor of Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is also a former two term member of the New Mexico House of Representatives.
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Richard Berry | |
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29th Mayor of Albuquerque | |
In office December 1, 2009 – December 1, 2017 | |
Preceded by | Martin Chávez |
Succeeded by | Tim Keller |
Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 20th district | |
In office January 3, 2007 – December 1, 2009 | |
Preceded by | Ted Hobbs |
Succeeded by | James White |
Personal details | |
Born | Richard James Berry (1962-11-05) November 5, 1962 (age 61) Waterloo, Iowa, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Maria Medina |
Children | 1 |
Education | University of New Mexico, Albuquerque (BBA) |
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Berry was sworn into office on December 1, 2009, after defeating incumbent Democrat Martin Chávez. Berry became the first Republican Mayor of Albuquerque in nearly 30 years.[2]