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obituary1 year ago•7 min saved

"Former Maine Governor and Congressman Joseph Brennan Dies at 89"

Joseph Brennan, former Maine governor and prominent Democratic politician, has passed away at the age of 89. Brennan, who served as Maine's 70th governor from 1979 to 1987, was remembered by fellow politicians and friends as a great leader and public servant. Born in Portland to Irish immigrants, Brennan's political career spanned five decades, including positions as governor, U.S. congressman, and member of the Federal Maritime Commission. He was praised for his integrity, commitment to social justice, and impact on Maine's politics and policies.

via Press Herald|

#democrat #governor #joseph-brennan

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Trailblazing L.A. politician Gloria Molina dies at 74 after cancer battle.

Gloria Molina, the first Chicana elected to the state Assembly, the Los Angeles City Council, and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, died at the age of 74 after battling cancer for three years. Molina was a pioneering political leader who represented the people of Los Angeles and was noted as a vice chair of the Democratic National Committee. She was a proud Chicana and a product of the Pico Rivera community on Los Angeles County’s Eastside. Molina is survived by her daughter, husband, grandson, and siblings. A celebration of life is scheduled for June 3.

via NBC News|

#cancer #chicana #gloria-molina

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Trailblazing LA politician Gloria Molina dies at 74 after cancer battle.

Gloria Molina, a longtime political leader in Southern California, has died at the age of 74 after battling terminal cancer for three years. Molina served in various elected roles, including the California state Assembly, Los Angeles City Council, and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. She was the first Latina to serve on both the City Council and Board of Supervisors. Molina was born in Montebello to a Mexican mother and Mexican-American father and grew up in Pico-Rivera. She was a champion for women's health and spearheaded the establishment of Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles.

via KABC-TV|

#california #gloria-molina #latina