Butch Otter
American politician, 32nd Governor of Idaho
Born
May 3rd, 1942
83 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 32nd Governor of Idaho from 2007 to 2019. Prior to governorship, held positions including Lieutenant Governor and member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Worked on initiatives related to education and economic development during tenure as governor. Served in the military as a soldier in the U.S. Army.
Governed Idaho from 2007 to 2019
Served as U.S. Congressman from Idaho
Held office as Lieutenant Governor of Idaho
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