EXECUTIVE · PA · 1995-2001
Tom Ridge
Governor · Republican · Pennsylvania
NOTABLE
On the record
First DHS Secretary
Background
Between 1995 and 2001, Tom Ridge held the Governor seat in Pennsylvania, a 6-year tenure. Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Earliest occupant of this seat in Officium's records; succeeded by Mark Schweiker. Note: First DHS Secretary. Same-year political environment (1995): Secretary of State Yvette Kane.
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- Tom Wolf (2015-2023)
- Tom Corbett (2011-2015)
- Ed Rendell (2003-2011)
- Mark Schweiker (2001-2003)
- Bob Casey Sr. (1987-1995)
- Dick Thornburgh (1979-1987)
- Milton Shapp (1971-1979)
- Raymond P. Shafer (1967-1971)
- William Scranton (1963-1967)
- David L. Lawrence (1959-1963)
- George M. Leader (1955-1959)
- John S. Fine (1951-1955)
- James H. Duff (1947-1951)
- Edward Martin (1943-1947)