Richard Bryan
American lawyer and Nevada Governor

Born
July 16th, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 25th Governor of Nevada from 1983 to 1989. Worked as an attorney and legislator prior to the governorship. Held positions such as the Chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board and served in the Nevada State Senate. After serving as Governor, continued a political career as a United States Senator from Nevada from 1989 to 2001. Was instrumental in various policy initiatives during his tenure.
Served as the 25th Governor of Nevada
Served as a United States Senator from Nevada
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