Lowell Weicker
Politician, 85th Governor of Connecticut
Born
1931
95 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a U.S. Senator from Connecticut and as the 85th Governor of Connecticut. Elected to the Senate in 1970, served until 1989. Governorship lasted from 1991 to 1995 during which major tax reforms and fiscal policies were implemented, including the introduction of a state income tax. Involved in various political initiatives and maintained an independent political stance throughout his career.
Elected as a U.S. Senator from Connecticut
Served as Governor of Connecticut
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