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Governors
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Dick Thornburgh Papers 
 Digitized collection of the papers of Dick Thornburgh, who served as U.S. Attorney General (1988-1991) and completed two terms as Governor of Pennsylvania. View the text of his personal papers, images, video and audio clips, and other materials from this extensive collection. Searchable, or browse by periods of Thornburgh's life and career. From the University of Pittsburgh Library. http://www.library.pitt.edu/thornburgh/ Topics: Notable People: Government Last updated Jun 22, 2006 Governors of California
California's governors, from Peter H. Burnett (elected 1849) to Arnold Schwarzenegger (elected 2003), listed both alphabetically and chronologically. Each entry includes a brief biography, official portrait, inaugural address, selected facts, and a timeline of significant events. From the California State Library. http://www.californiagovernors.ca.gov/h/ Topics: Government, Notable People: Government Last updated Jan 10, 2008 Huey Long: Every Man a King
Brief background about Huey Long, Governor of Louisiana from 1928 to 1932 and U.S. senator, and his contributions to the development of the Social Security system. Long's "Share Our Wealth" program "wanted the government to confiscate the wealth of the nation's rich ... [and] to guarantee every family in the nation an annual income." Also includes excerpts from Huey Long's autobiography, and the text of a U.S. Senate speech. From Social Security Online. http://www.ssa.gov/history/hlong1.html Topics: Notable People: Government Last updated Aug 15, 2007 Huey Long: The Man, His Mission, and Legacy
Material about Huey Long, Louisiana's legendary governor and U.S. Senator who was assassinated in 1935 at the age of 42. Features an illustrated biography, background about his programs to modernize and reform Louisiana. Significant programs included public works, expansion of health care options, and the "Share Our Wealth" proposals, which featured public benefit programs such as old-age pensions. From a nonprofit organization founded to educate the public about Huey Long. http://www.hueylong.com/ Topics: Notable People: Government Last updated Aug 15, 2007 Maria Shriver, First Lady of California
The official Web site of Maria Shriver, wife of California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, provides a biographical sketch of her prior careers and an annotated photo gallery spotlighting her current role as first lady of California. Includes information from Shriver about literacy, Alzheimer's disease, Special Olympics, military families, and other topics. Some information also available in Spanish. http://www.firstlady.ca.gov/state/firstlady/fl_homepage.jsp Topics: Government, Notable People, Notable People: Government, The Olympic Games Last updated Sep 21, 2004 Mexican Governors [of California]
An annotated list of the governors of California when the state was under Mexican rule, from 1822-1846. Compiled by a hobbyist, but compares favorably against print sources. Includes several references. http://missiontour.org/related/mexicangov.htm Topics: Government, Notable People: Government Last updated Sep 10, 2003 National Governors Association
This lobbying association is the voice of present and past governors in the United States. Find discussions of current issues such as education, health, and the environment. Also includes sections on present and many past governors, with brief biographies of current governors. Highlights current news and issues relating to both state and federal concerns. Searchable; includes a site index. http://www.nga.org/portal/site/nga Topics: Government, Government, Notable People: Government, Politics by Place Last updated Jul 21, 2005 Office of the Governor of California
The official website features news reports and events central to Governor Schwarzenegger's office. Includes political biographies of the Governor and First Lady; virtual tours of his office; and his issues, speeches, and appointments. Portions available in Spanish. http://gov.ca.gov/ Topics: Government, Notable People: Government Last updated Jan 9, 2008 Spanish Governors [of California]
An annotated list of the 12 governors of California when the state was under Spanish rule, from 1769 through 1821. Compiled by a hobbyist, but compares favorably against print sources. Includes several references. http://missiontour.org/related/spanishgov.htm Topics: Government, Notable People: Government Last updated Sep 10, 2003 A Voice of Conscience: The Legacy of Adlai Stevenson
Companion to a 2000-2001 exhibit created on the occasion of the centennial of the birth of Adlai E. Stevenson, "remembered for his contributions to public life: governor of Illinois, Democratic presidential candidate, and United Nations ambassador." Features a sampling of photos, documents, and memorabilia on topics such as early influences, governorship, and the 1952 and 1956 presidential elections. Note: Film clips are not available. From the Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, Princeton University. http://infoshare1.princeton.edu/libraries/firestone/rbsc/mudd/online_ex/stevenson/ Topics: Notable People: Government Last updated Oct 17, 2007 Washington State Governor
The official Web site of the Washington state governor's office features a list of Governor Christine Gregoire's recent activities, biographical information, the names and positions of the senior management team, and information about executive orders, proclamations, judicial appointments, boards, and commissions. Also includes news releases, speeches, photographs, information about the governor's residence and first gentleman Mike Gregoire, state facts, and links. From the State of Washington. http://www.governor.wa.gov Topics: Government, Notable People: Government Last updated Mar 14, 2005 |
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