John Baldacci
American politician, 73rd Governor of Maine
Born
January 30th, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 73rd Governor of Maine from 2003 to 2011. Held a position in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 2003. Implemented significant initiatives in health care and education during gubernatorial tenure. Advocated for economic development and job creation in the state.
Served as Governor of Maine from 2003 to 2011
Represented Maine's 2nd congressional district from 1995 to 2003
Promoted health care reform and economic initiatives
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