Bill Alexander (American politician)
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William Vollie Alexander Jr. (born January 16, 1934) is an American retired politician who represented the U.S. state of Arkansas in the United States House of Representatives from 1969 to 1993, rising to the post of Chief Deputy Majority Whip.
Quick Facts House Democratic Chief Deputy Whip, Leader ...
Bill Alexander | |
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House Democratic Chief Deputy Whip | |
In office January 3, 1981 – January 3, 1987 | |
Leader | Tip O'Neill |
Preceded by | Dan Rostenkowski |
Succeeded by | David Bonior |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Arkansas's 1st district | |
In office January 3, 1969 – January 3, 1993 | |
Preceded by | Ezekiel C. Gathings |
Succeeded by | Blanche Lincoln |
Personal details | |
Born | William Vollie Alexander Jr. (1934-01-16) January 16, 1934 (age 90) Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Gwen Haven Alexander Debi Drury Alexander |
Education | University of Arkansas Rhodes College (BA) Vanderbilt University (LLB) |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1953–1955 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | J.A.G. Corps |
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