Dave Cox
American politician (1938–2010) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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David E. Cox (February 20, 1938 – July 13, 2010) was an American politician from Holdenville, Oklahoma. A Republican, he served as a California State Senator, representing the 1st district from December 2004 until his death in July 2010, and also served as a California State Assemblyman for the six years immediately before his Senate tenure, including three years as Assembly Republican Leader.
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Dave Cox | |
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Member of the California Senate from the 1st district | |
In office December 6, 2004 – July 13, 2010 | |
Preceded by | Thomas "Rico" Oller |
Succeeded by | Ted Gaines |
Minority Leader of the California Assembly | |
In office March 26, 2001 – January 5, 2004 | |
Preceded by | Bill Campbell |
Succeeded by | Kevin McCarthy |
Member of the California State Assembly from the 5th district | |
In office December 7, 1998 – November 30, 2004 | |
Preceded by | Barbara Alby |
Succeeded by | Roger Niello |
Member of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | |
In office 1992–1998 | |
Personal details | |
Born | David E. Cox (1938-02-20)February 20, 1938 Holdenville, Oklahoma |
Died | July 13, 2010(2010-07-13) (aged 72) Fair Oaks, California |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Margaret Cox |
Residence | Fair Oaks, California |
Alma mater | University of San Diego |
Profession | Insurance |
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