Dick Thornburgh

Politician

Dick Thornburgh was an American lawyer and Republican politician who served as the 41st Governor of Pennsylvania from 1979 to 1987. Following his gubernatorial tenure, he was appointed as the United States Attorney General, serving under Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush from 1988 to 1991. Known for his role in handling the Three Mile Island nuclear accident as governor, he was praised for his calm and effective crisis management. Throughout his career, Thornburgh was recognized for his integrity and his instrumental role in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Nov 16, 1932 - Dec 31, 2020 American 10 Quotes

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