VIDEO BLAST FROM THE PAST: Ann Richards Speaks at the 1988 Democratic National Convention 18JUL1988

 

I remember watching her give this speech, so proud that Ann Richards was addressing the Democratic Convention and laughing my ass off at her barbs at bush. Texas could really use her now in the wake of the horrible floods in the Hill Country. You are missed Gov Richards, thank you for all you did while here.

Dorothy Ann Richards was an American politician who served as the 45th governor of Texas from 1991 to 1995. A Democrat, she first came to national attention as the Texas State Treasurer, when she gave the keynote address at the 1988 Democratic National Convention. Wikipedia

Born: September 1, 1933, Lacy Lakeview, TX

Died: September 13, 2006 (age 73 years), Austin, TX

Previous offices: Governor of Texas (1991–1995), Texas State Treasurer (1983–1991)

Children: Cecile Richards

Education: Baylor University, The University of Texas at Austin, Waco High School