Kate Brown
American politician, Oregon Governor
Born
June 21st, 1960
64 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 38th Governor of Oregon from 2015. Succeeded John Kitzhaber after his resignation. Prior to the governorship, served as Secretary of State of Oregon. Focused on climate change policy, education reform, and health care access during time in office. Elected to the Oregon House of Representatives in 1991 and served in various leadership roles.
Implemented comprehensive climate change initiatives
Promoted education and health care reforms
First openly bisexual governor in the U.S.
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