Foster Furcolo

Foster Furcolo

John Foster Furcolo (July 29, 1911 – July 5, 1995) was a Massachusetts politician and the state's 60th governor. He also represented the state as a member of the United States House of Representatives, and held a variety of other government offices in Massachusetts. He was the first Italian-American governor of the state, and an active promoter of community colleges.

Read more about Foster Furcolo:  Early Years, House of Representatives, Massachusetts Treasurer, Massachusetts Governor, Later Years, Family and Legacy

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