Ron Thompson (West Virginia politician)

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Ron Thompson
Member of the West VirginiaHouseofDelegates
from the 27th district
In office
1994–2007
Personal details
Born (1966-11-06) November 6, 1966 (age 56)
United States
Political party Democratic

Ron Thompson (born November 6, 1966) is an American politician from the state of West Virginia. A Democrat, he served as a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from 1994 to 2007, representing the state's 27th District in Raleigh County. Thompson is notable for his extended absence from the House of Delegates due to his bipolar disorder. [1] Thompson announced his resignation from the House of Delegates in July 2007 citing the necessity of longer than expected medical care. [2]

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References

  1. "Thompson still suffering from bipolar disorder". The Register-Herald . February 24, 2007. Retrieved June 30, 2007.[ dead link ]
  2. "Thompson calls it quits". The Register-Herald . July 27, 2007. Retrieved July 28, 2007.[ dead link ]