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Affiliation | Democratic |
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Name | Bill Richardson |
Address | Santa Fe, New Mexico , United States |
Email | None |
Website | [Link] |
Born |
November 15, 1947
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Died | September 01, 2023
(75 years)
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Contributor | Classical Liberal |
Last Modifed | IndyGeorgia Sep 02, 2023 12:00pm |
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Info | William Blaine Richardson
Born November 15, 1947 in Pasadena, California to an American father and Mexican mother, Governor Richardson grew up in Mexico City before moving to New England, where he attended high school and college. He has dedicated his life to public service, as a United States Congressman, Ambassador to the United Nations, Secretary of Energy, and now as Governor of New Mexico.
Bill Richardson was recently re-elected to a second term as Governor of New Mexico with the support of 69 percent of voters, representing the largest margin of victory for any Governor in state history. He was supported by Democrats, Republicans and Independents, winning in both urban and rural counties New Mexicans overwhelmingly endorsed Governor Richardson's aggressive efforts to improve education, cut taxes, build a high-wage economy, expand health care access, invest in renewable energy and make New Mexico safer.
Bill Richardson's fiscally responsible governing style has allowed New Mexico to tackle important priorities, while maintaining a balanced budget and the highest reserves in state history. He cut $230 million in bureaucratic waste, invested in new opportunities for New Mexico's children and returned more than $1 billion dollars in taxes to working families.
As Secretary of Energy to President Bill Clinton, Bill Richardson implemented tough efficiency standards to save energy. And as Governor, he has made New Mexico the Clean Energy State by requiring utility companies to produce energy through renewable resources and reduce carbon emissions.
Before becoming Governor, Bill Richardson served in Congress for 15 years and helped President Clinton pass the economic plan that created millions of jobs and led America to its first balanced budget in 30 years.
Appointed by President Clinton as the Ambassador to the UN, Bill Richardson worked with world leaders to build alliances and help prevent the development of nuclear weapons in North Korea. Bill Richardson has been nominated four times for the Nobel Peace Prize for negotiating the release of hostages, American servicemen and political prisoners in North Korea, Iraq, and Cuba. Governor Richardson recently negotiated a 60-day cease fire in war-torn Darfur following direct talks with rebel leaders and the President of Sudan.
As Chairman of the Democratic Governor's Association, Governor Richardson raised more than $28 million for gubernatorial candidates and helped elect the first Democratic majority of governors since 1994. Governor Richardson also served as Chair of the Western Governors Association, Border Governor's Conference and the 2004 Democratic National Convention.
Bill Richardson has been married to his high school sweetheart, Barbara, for 33 years. Richardson received a BA from Tufts in 1970 and a MA from Tuft's Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in 1971.
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Aug 27, 2009 04:35am |
General |
NM Gov. Richardson said to be clear of fed probe
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Article |
Jason |
Mar 18, 2009 08:00pm |
News |
New Mexico governor repeals death penalty
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Article |
COSDem |
Jan 09, 2009 08:20am |
Commentary |
On Richardson’s rise and stall
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Article |
Bob Sacamano |
Dec 16, 2008 05:00pm |
News |
Feds conduct Richardson corruption probe
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Article |
Ex-New Jerseyan |
Dec 03, 2008 09:30am |
News |
Commerce post will test Richardson’s free-trade reputation
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Article |
Bob Sacamano |
Nov 24, 2008 01:00pm |
General |
Bill Richardson: Downwardly mobile?
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Article |
Monsieur |
Mar 21, 2008 03:00am |
News |
Gov. Richardson endorsing Obama
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Article |
ev |
Jan 16, 2008 11:00am |
General |
Governor [Bill Richardson] seeks approval of domestic partnerships
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Article |
DFWDem |
Jan 09, 2008 08:00pm |
News |
Richardson to end presidential bid
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Article |
ev |
Dec 23, 2007 09:00pm |
Profile |
Bill Richardson: Governor relishes his role as a global troubleshooter
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Article |
Gerald Farinas |
Oct 26, 2007 06:00pm |
News |
Roswell incident not explained to Richardson's satisfaction
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Article |
particleman |
Sep 12, 2007 09:00am |
Analysis |
Richardson Flunks Two Subjects
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Article |
Servo |
Sep 04, 2007 11:00am |
Statement |
Richardson: God wants Iowa first
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Article |
RP |
Jul 12, 2007 08:00pm |
News |
Richardson Uses Anti-Gay Slur; GLAAD Covers Up
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Article |
The Sunset Provision |
Jun 11, 2007 08:50pm |
News |
Richardson says light rail could transform L.A., other cities
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Article |
mtrz |
Jun 01, 2007 11:00am |
News |
Richardson sells oil refinery stock
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Article |
The Sunset Provision |
Apr 10, 2007 12:00am |
Profile |
Richardson content to start slow in White House race
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Article |
WesternDem |
Mar 31, 2007 12:00am |
News |
Richardson troubled by N.M. scandal
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Article |
The Sunset Provision |
Mar 30, 2007 04:00pm |
News |
Richardson to travel to North Korea
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Article |
Servo |
Mar 08, 2007 08:05am |
News |
Richardson Defense on Character Raises Questions
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Article |
None Entered |
Feb 05, 2007 12:00pm |
News |
Imus Targets Governor Richardson
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Article |
None Entered |
Jan 11, 2007 01:00pm |
Press Release |
New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Issues Statement on Bush Iraq Plan
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Article |
WesternDem |
Dec 08, 2006 01:00pm |
Announcement |
New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson: 'I Am Running' in 2008
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Article |
Monsieur |
Mar 20, 2006 06:00pm |
News |
Governor vetoes eminent domain legislation
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Article |
Classical Liberal |
Nov 25, 2005 06:15pm |
News |
Gov. Richardson admits throwing curveball
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Article |
Patrick |
Nov 24, 2005 08:00pm |
News |
Four decades later, N.M. governor acknowledges he wasn't drafted by pro baseball team
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Article |
Patrick |
Aug 14, 2005 05:00pm |
Profile |
A New New Democrat [NM Gov Richardson] Looks West and Forward
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Article |
ArmyDem |
Jun 23, 2005 09:00pm |
Statement |
New Mexico Governor Says He'll Slow Down
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Article |
RP |
Jun 21, 2005 12:00am |
News |
Speeding incident a ‘misunderstanding’
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Article |
None Entered |
Jun 15, 2005 09:30am |
News |
Richardson Pushes Western Super Primary
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Article |
GavinBrown |
May 10, 2005 08:00pm |
News |
[NM Governor] Richardson collects $2.9 million for re-election
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Article |
ArmyDem |
May 04, 2004 12:00am |
Poll |
Poll gives [Bill] Richardson 61% favorable rating
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Article |
ArmyDem |
Mar 30, 2004 12:00am |
News |
Governor Bill Richardson Writing Book on Career
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Article |
Gerald Farinas |
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