EXECUTIVE · VA · 1956-1970
Cynthia Newman
Secretary of State · Democrat · Virginia
On the record
First woman VA Sec of Commonwealth
Background
Virginia's Secretary of State 1956–1970: Cynthia Newman — 14-year tenure. After: Secretary of State (1972-1978). Note: First woman VA Sec of Commonwealth. Same-year political environment (1956): Governor Thomas B. Stanley.
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- Anne Petera (2002-2006)
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- Pamela Womack (1990-1994)
- Sandra Bowen (1982-1986)
- Frederick T. Gray (1978-1980)
- Cynthia Newman (1972-1978)
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