Tom Foley
American politician from Washington (1929-2013) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 84
Thomas Stephen Foley was an American lawyer, diplomat, and politician who served as the 49th speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1989 to 1995. A member of the Democratic Party, Foley represented Washington's 5th congressional district for 30 years (1965-1995).
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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026
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He was the first Speaker of the House in over a century since Galusha Grow in 1862 to be defeated in a re-election campaign.
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United States
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Lived 1929 to 2013 · aged 84
