Martha Érika Alonso
Governor of Puebla, Mexico
Born
1973
53 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mexico
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Served as governor of Puebla from 2018 until her death in December of the same year. Alonso was the first woman to hold the position in Puebla's history. Prior to her governorship, she was involved in various political roles and was a representative in the local congress. Her tenure was marked by a focus on governance and public service, working on projects aimed at improving infrastructure and social conditions in the state.
First female governor of Puebla
Political representative in Puebla's congress
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