Joseph E. King

Joseph E. King (born September 2, 1945) was an American politician in the state of Washington. He served in the Washington House of Representatives from 1981 to 1993.[1] He was Speaker of the House from 1987 to 1993.[2] He sought the Democratic nomination for the Washington gubernatorial election, 1992, but was defeated by Mike Lowry.[3]

Joseph E. King
Member of the Washington House of Representatives for the 49th district
In office
1981–1993
Personal details
Born (1945-09-02) September 2, 1945
Texas, United States
Political partyDemocratic

References
  1. http://leg.wa.gov/History/Legislative/Documents/MembersOfLeg2011.pdf
  3. Jim Simon, "Primary Focus: Governor -- The Selling Of Joe King -- House Speaker Emphasizing He's A `Can-Do Moderate", "The Seattle Times", August 24, 1992.


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