Oscar Goodman

Oscar Goodman

Oscar Baylin Goodman (born July 26, 1939) is an American lawyer and politician. He was the mayor of Las Vegas, Nevada from 1999 to 2011. Mayor Goodman is an Independent and a former member of the Democratic Party.

Read more about Oscar Goodman:  Biography, Significant Events, Seeking Higher Office

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