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R. Lorraine Wojahn
Ruth Lorraine Wojahn (née Kendall; September 17, 1920 – October 13, 2012) was an American politician in the state of Washington. Born in Easton, Washington, she attended the University of Washington. Wojahn served in Washington House of Representatives in 1969 and then in the Washington State Senate in 1977 as a Democrat. She died in Tacoma, Washington. Early life Wojahn was born Ruth Lorraine Kendall on September 17, 1920, in Easton, Washington. She was adopted by Frederick Charles Kendall, an executive for the Northern Pacific Railway, and Edna Ogilbee Kendall. Her father's work meant they moved frequently and although Wojahn spent most of her childhood in Seattle, Washington, the family spent four years in Missoula, Montana, when she was between the ages of ten and fourteen. They moved back to Seattle around 1935 and Wojahn graduated from Roosevelt High School. She had considered working in the medical field, influenced by caring for her mother through a chronic heart ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Washington State Senate
The Washington State Senate is the upper house of the Washington State Legislature. The body consists of 49 members, each representing a district with a population of nearly 160,000. The State Senate meets at the Legislative Building in Olympia. As with the lower House of Representatives, state senators serve without term limits, though senators serve four-year terms. Senators are elected from the same legislative districts as House members, with each district electing one senator and two representatives. Terms are staggered so that half the Senate is up for reelection every two years. Like other upper houses of state and territorial legislatures and the federal U.S. Senate, the state senate can confirm or reject gubernatorial appointments to the state cabinet, commissions and boards. Leadership The state constitution allows both houses to write their own rules of procedure (article II, section 9) and to elect their own officers (article II, section 10) with the proviso tha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
, colors = , anniversaries = 16 June (Organization Day) , battles = , battles_label = Wars , website = , commander1 = LTG Scott A. Spellmon , commander1_label = Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers , commander2 = MGbr>Richard J. Heitkamp, commander2_label = Deputy Chief of Engineers and Deputy Commanding General , commander3 = MGKimberly M. Colloton, commander3_label = Deputy Commanding General for Military and International Operations , commander4 = MGbr>William H. Graham, commander4_label = Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations , commander5 = COLbr>James J. Handura, commander5_label = Chief of Staff for the U.S. Army Corps of Engi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
HIV/AIDS
Human immunodeficiency virus infection and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is a spectrum of conditions caused by infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), a retrovirus. Following initial infection an individual may not notice any symptoms, or may experience a brief period of influenza-like illness. Typically, this is followed by a prolonged incubation period with no symptoms. If the infection progresses, it interferes more with the immune system, increasing the risk of developing common infections such as tuberculosis, as well as other opportunistic infections, and tumors which are rare in people who have normal immune function. These late symptoms of infection are referred to as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). This stage is often also associated with unintended weight loss. HIV is spread primarily by unprotected sex (including anal and vaginal sex), contaminated blood transfusions, hypodermic needles, and from mother to ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
UNICEF
UNICEF (), originally called the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund in full, now officially United Nations Children's Fund, is an agency of the United Nations responsible for providing Humanitarianism, humanitarian and Development aid, developmental aid to children worldwide. The agency is among the most widespread and recognizable social welfare organizations in the world, with a presence in 192 countries and territories. UNICEF's activities include providing immunizations and disease prevention, administering Antiretroviral drug, treatment for children and mothers with HIV, enhancing childhood and maternal nutrition, improving sanitation, promoting education, and providing emergency relief in response to disasters. UNICEF is the successor of the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund, created on 11 December 1946, in New York, by the United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration, U.N. Relief Rehabilitation Administration to provide ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peggy Maxie
Peggy Joan Maxie (born August 18, 1936) is an American former politician in the state of Washington. Maxie was the first African-American woman elected to the Washington House of Representatives, serving the 37th district from 1971 to 1983. She was the prime sponsor the Landlord-Tenant Act in Washington state. Representing the Central District, Seattle, along with parts of Capitol Hill and Downtown, she worked to preserve her district and the representation of Central District in the legislature. She was defeated in the primary election for her seat in 1981 by Gary Locke. An alumnus of Seattle University and the University of Washington, she holds Bachelor of Arts and Masters in Social Work degrees and has worked as a mental health therapist and counselor. Early life Maxie was born on August 18, 1936, in Amarillo, Texas. Her parents were Cleveland, an auto mechanic, and Reba Maxie, a housewife, and she had four siblings. Her parents divorced and her mother moved the family to S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mike Parker (mayor)
Michael Parker or Mike Parker may refer to: In arts and media *Michael Barrymore (born 1952), British television personality and entertainer born Michael Parker *Mike Parker (reporter) (1943–2018), Chicago television reporter *Mike Parker (writer) (born 1967), British travel writer *Michael Parker (novelist) (born 1959), American novelist and short story writer *Mike Parker (typographer) (1929–2014), American typographer and type designer *Worldwide (rapper) (born 1986), American hip-hop musician, real name Michael Parker Others *Michael Parker (politician) (born 1949), former U.S. congressman from Mississippi *Michael Parker (courtier) (1920–2001), private secretary to the Duke of Edinburgh, 1947–1957 *Mike Parker (hurdler) (born 1938), British hurdler *Michael Parker (bishop) (1900–1980), bishop in the Church of England *Michael Parker (event organiser) (1941–2022), producer of military tattoos and large-scale events *Michael Parker (basketball) (born 1981), Ameri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gordon Johnston (mayor)
Gordon Johnston may refer to: * Gordon Johnston (politician) (1920–2005), politician in Manitoba, Canada *Gordon Johnston (soldier) (1874–1934), football player, coach and soldier *Gordon Johnston (field hockey) (born 1993), Canadian field hockey player See also *Camp Gordon Johnston Camp Gordon Johnston was a World War II United States Army training center located in Carrabelle, Florida, United States. The site's history is featured at the Camp Gordon Johnston Museum. History Camp Gordon Johnston opened in September 1942 as ..., World War II training center * Gordon Johnson (other) {{hndis, Johnston, Gordon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Equal Rights Amendment
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution designed to guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex. Proponents assert it would end legal distinctions between men and women in matters of divorce, property, employment, and other matters. The first version of an ERA was written by Alice Paul and Crystal Eastman and introduced in Congress in December 1923. In the early history of the Equal Rights Amendment, middle-class women were largely supportive, while those speaking for the working class were often opposed, pointing out that employed women needed special protections regarding working conditions and employment hours. With the rise of the women's movement in the United States during the 1960s, the ERA garnered increasing support, and, after being reintroduced by Representative Martha Griffiths in 1971, it was approved by the U.S. House of Representatives on October 12, 1971, and by the U.S. Senate on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daniel J
Daniel is a masculine given name and a surname of Hebrew origin. It means "God is my judge"Hanks, Hardcastle and Hodges, ''Oxford Dictionary of First Names'', Oxford University Press, 2nd edition, , p. 68. (cf. Gabriel—"God is my strength"), and derives from two early biblical figures, primary among them Daniel from the Book of Daniel. It is a common given name for males, and is also used as a surname. It is also the basis for various derived given names and surnames. Background The name evolved into over 100 different spellings in countries around the world. Nicknames (Dan, Danny) are common in both English and Hebrew; "Dan" may also be a complete given name rather than a nickname. The name "Daniil" (Даниил) is common in Russia. Feminine versions (Danielle, Danièle, Daniela, Daniella, Dani, Danitza) are prevalent as well. It has been particularly well-used in Ireland. The Dutch names "Daan" and "Daniël" are also variations of Daniel. A related surname developed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
George Sheridan (Washington Politician) (1840–1896), American politician
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George Sheridan may refer to: * George Sheridan (footballer) (1929–1986), English footballer *George A. Sheridan George Augustus Sheridan (February 22, 1840 – October 7, 1896) was an Americans, American American Civil War , Civil War veteran and politician who, along with Effingham Lawrence is known for serving for List_of_members_of_the_United_States_C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Washington's 6th Congressional District
Washington's 6th congressional district encompasses the Olympic Peninsula, most of the Kitsap Peninsula, and most of the city of Tacoma. Its counties include the entirety of Clallam, Kitsap, Jefferson, and Grays Harbor counties, and part of Mason and Pierce counties. The 6th district has been represented in the U.S. House of Representatives by Derek Kilmer, a Democrat from Gig Harbor, since January 2013. He succeeded 36-year incumbent and fellow Democrat Norm Dicks, at the time the dean of the Washington delegation. Established after the 1930 U.S. Census, the 6th district is a working class district, with many of its jobs provided by tourism and a declining timber industry on the Pacific and Juan de Fuca coasts, and by the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton. Presidentially, the 6th leans Democratic. It was one of only two districts retained by the Democrats in the Republican realignment election of 1994. Recent election results from presidential races List o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Floyd Hicks
Floyd Verne Hicks (May 29, 1915 – December 1, 1992) was an American politician and attorney who served as an associate justice of the Washington Supreme Court and member of the United States House of Representatives. Background Hicks was born in Prosser, Washington. He attended Central Washington University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in education. Hicks became a high school teacher and football coach. He continued his education at Washington State University, from which he earned certification as an education administrator. Army service After the start of World War II, Hicks joined the United States Army in 1942. He rose to the rank of captain in his four years in the military. Career Following his discharge from the Army, Hicks enrolled in the University of Washington School of Law, where he earned a Juris Doctor in 1948. Soon afterward, he established a small private practice in Pierce County, Washington. In 1961, Hicks was chosen as a superior court judge. In 196 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
