David B. Frohnmayer

Oregon Attorney General, legal scholar

David B. Frohnmayer - Leaders & Politicians born July 9th, 1940
Born
Died

2015
10 years ago — 75 years old

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Leaders & Politicians

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United States

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Served as the 12th Attorney General of Oregon from 1981 to 1985. Held the position of president of the University of Oregon from 1994 to 2009. Worked on legal matters and public policy issues during tenure as Attorney General. Contributed to education and community service initiatives throughout career.

Served as Oregon's 12th Attorney General

Presided over the University of Oregon

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