EXECUTIVE · WA · 1997-2005
Gary Locke
Governor · Democrat · Washington
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Obama Commerce Sec + China Amb
Background
Gary Locke occupied the Governor office in Washington for 8 years (1997–2005). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Earliest occupant of this seat in Officium's records; succeeded by Christine Gregoire. Note: Obama Commerce Sec + China Amb. Same-year political environment (1997): Attorney General Christine Gregoire; Secretary of State Ralph Munro; Treasurer Mike Murphy.
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- Dixy Lee Ray (1977-1981)
- Daniel J. Evans (1965-1977)
- Albert Rosellini (1957-1965)
- Arthur B. Langlie (1949-1957)
- Mon C. Wallgren (1945-1949)