FINANCIAL · CA · 1975-1987
Jesse M. Unruh
Treasurer · Democrat · California
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On the record
"Big Daddy" — former Speaker of CA Assembly; pioneered modern campaign finance
Background
Jesse M. Unruh occupied the Treasurer office in California for 12 years (1975–1987). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Ivy Baker Priest; succeeded by Thomas W. Hayes. Note: "Big Daddy" — former Speaker of CA Assembly; pioneered modern campaign finance. Same-year political environment (1975): Governor Jerry Brown.
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Others who held this office in California
- Kathleen Brown (1991-1995)
- Thomas W. Hayes (1989-1991)
- Ivy Baker Priest (1967-1975)
- Bert A. Betts (1959-1967)
- Charles G. Johnson (1923-1956)