EXECUTIVE · NY · 1979-1983
Mario Cuomo
Lt Governor · Democrat · New York
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Later 3-term NY Gov
Background
Mario Matthew Cuomo (1932–2015) was NY Governor for 3 terms (1983-1995). 1984 DNC keynote — "A Tale of Two Cities" — cemented him as a national figure. Twice declined to seek the Dem presidential nomination (1988, 1992). Father of Andrew Cuomo (NY Gov 2011-21) + journalist Chris Cuomo. Signed NY's first-in-nation seat-belt law (1984). Maintained an open Albany governor's mansion + handwritten daily journal. Died Jan 1 2015 — same day his son Andrew was inaugurated to a 2nd term.
Curated bio from Officium's editorial pass.
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Others who held this office in New York
- Stan Lundine (1987-1995)
- Alfred B. DelBello (1983-1985)
- Mary Anne Krupsak (1975-1979)
- Warren M. Anderson (1973-1974)
- Malcolm Wilson (1959-1973)
- George B. DeLuca (1955-1959)
- Frank C. Moore (1953-1955)
- Frank C. Moore (1951-1953)
- Joe R. Hanley (1943-1950)