REGULATORY · TX · 1999-2003
David Dewhurst
Land Commissioner · Republican · Texas
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Later TX Lt Gov 2003-2015; lost 2012 U.S. Senate primary to Cruz
Background
David Dewhurst served as Land Commissioner of Texas from 1999–2003 (4 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. After: Lieutenant Governor (2003-2015). Note: Later TX Lt Gov 2003-2015; lost 2012 U.S. Senate primary to Cruz. Same-year political environment (1999): Governor George W. Bush; Attorney General John Cornyn; Secretary of State George W. Bush appointee chain (multiple).
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