Greg Nickels
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Gregory J. Nickels (born August 7, 1955) is an American politician who served as the 51st mayor of Seattle, Washington. He took office on January 1, 2002 and was reelected to a second term in 2005. In August 2009, Nickels finished third in the primary election for Seattle mayor, failing to qualify for the November 2009 general election, and losing his bid for a third term as mayor. He left office on January 1, 2010.[1]
Quick Facts 51st Mayor of Seattle, Preceded by ...
Greg Nickels | |
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51st Mayor of Seattle | |
In office January 1, 2002 ā January 1, 2010 | |
Preceded by | Paul Schell |
Succeeded by | Michael McGinn |
67th President of the United States Conference of Mayors | |
In office 2009 | |
Preceded by | Manny Diaz |
Succeeded by | Elizabeth Kautz |
Member of the King County Council from the 8th district | |
In office January 1, 1988 ā January 1, 2002 | |
Preceded by | Bob Greive |
Succeeded by | Dow Constantine |
Personal details | |
Born | (1955-08-07) August 7, 1955 (age 68) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Sharon Nickels |
Children | 2 |
Residence | West Seattle |
Alma mater | University of Washington (attended) |
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