James R. Thompson
Politician, Governor of Illinois
Born
1936
89 years ago
Died
August 14th, 2020
4 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 37th Governor of Illinois from 1977 to 1991. Oversaw significant economic changes and was instrumental in the state's fiscal policies. During tenure, focused on education reform and infrastructure development. Appointed as a member of several influential boards and committees post-governorship, contributing to various public initiatives.
Served four terms as Governor of Illinois
Implemented educational reforms
Led fiscal policy changes in the state
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