Ann Anderson | |
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Member of the Washington Senate from the 42nd district | |
In office January 12, 1987 –September 15, 1998 | |
Preceded by | Barney Goltz |
Succeeded by | Joe Elenbaas |
Personal details | |
Born | 1952 (age 71–72) Yakima,Washington,U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Eric |
Residence(s) | Acme,Washington,U.S. |
Education | Central Washington University (BA,MA) |
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