Martin O'Malley

American politician and governor

Martin O'Malley - American politician and governor
Born

January 18th, 1963
62 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 61st Governor of Maryland from 2007 to 2015. Focused on education reform, public safety initiatives, and economic development during tenure. Prior to governorship, held position as Mayor of Baltimore from 1999 to 2007, implementing various urban development projects. Worked as an attorney and was involved in Maryland politics for several years, advocating for progressive policies and reforms.

Governed Maryland from 2007 to 2015

Served as Mayor of Baltimore from 1999 to 2007

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