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Lena Swanson
Lena N. Swanson (born October 1, 1937)[1] is an American politician and activist who served as a member of the Washington State Senate, representing the 35th district in 1997.[2] A member of the Democratic Party, she was appointed to fill the vacancy created by Brad Owen's resignation to become lieutenant governor in February 1997 and was subsequently defeated by conservative Democrat Tim Sheldon later that same year.[1][3]
Lena Swanson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Washington Senate from the 35th district | |
| In office February 3, 1997 – December 5, 1997 | |
| Preceded by | Brad Owen |
| Succeeded by | Tim Sheldon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 1, 1937 Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Tom |
| Residence(s) | Bremerton, Washington, U.S. |
References edit
- ^ a b "She's Senator Swanson now". Kitsap Sun. February 4, 1997. Retrieved June 27, 2021.
- ^ "Lena Swanson's Biography". Vote Smart. October 22, 2015. Retrieved June 27, 2021.
- ^ "35TH DISTRICT SENATE: Sheldon, voters end Swanson's Senate tenure". Kitsap Sun. September 17, 1997. Retrieved June 27, 2021.