Lincoln Almond
Lincoln Carter Almond (born June 16, 1936) is an American attorney, politician and member of the Republican Party. Almond served as United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island from 1969–1978 and 1981–1993 and latter the 72nd Governor of Rhode Island, serving from 1995 to 2003.
Read more about Lincoln Almond: Early Life, Education and Early Career, Tenure As U.S. Attorney, Rhode Island District, Tenure As Governor, Service in Retirement, Personal Life
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