Ella Grasso

Governor of Connecticut

Ella Grasso - Leaders & Politicians born 1919
Born

1919
107 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 83rd Governor of Connecticut from 1975 until 1981. First woman elected governor in the United States, as well as the first female governor of Connecticut. Held various positions in the state’s government prior to her governorship, including state representative and state senator. Focused on social issues and environmental protection during time in office.

First woman elected governor in the U.S.

Governor of Connecticut from 1975 to 1981

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