William Raggio
American lawyer and state senator
Born
1926
100 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A prominent lawyer and politician in Nevada, played a significant role in state legislation during tenure as a state senator from 1972 to 2012. Raggio served as the Senate Minority Leader and was involved in various legislative initiatives, including education reform and tax legislation. His legal career spanned several decades, during which he became known for his expertise in law and public policy. Raggio's influence in Nevada politics persisted through his long service and leadership roles within the state government.
Served as Nevada State Senate Minority Leader
Authored key education and tax reform legislation
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