Lawrence Douglas Wilder
Full Name
Lawrence Douglas Wilder
Date of Birth
January 17, 1931
Place of Birth
Date of Death
Not available
Place of Death
Not available
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Virginia Union University
- Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law
Spouses Names
Not available
Children Names
Parents Names
- Father: Robert Wilder
- Mother: Beulah Wilder
Known Affiliates Names
- Tim Kaine (Successor as Mayor of Richmond)
- Chuck Robb (Virginia Governor before Wilder)
Affiliated Organizations’ Names
- 66th Governor of Virginia (1990-1994)
- Mayor of Richmond, Virginia (2005-2009)
- Virginia State Senate (1969-1985)
Lawrence Douglas Wilder is a pioneering American lawyer and politician who served as the 66th Governor of Virginia from 1990 to 1994. He is notable for being the first African American to be elected governor in the United States. Before his tenure as governor, Wilder served in the Virginia State Senate, where he was an advocate for civil rights, education, and fiscal responsibility. Wilder’s political career is marked by his commitment to public service and breaking racial barriers. As governor, he focused on crime reduction, education reform, and economic development, leaving a lasting impact on the state’s policy and governance. After serving as governor, Wilder continued his public service as the Mayor of Richmond, Virginia, from 2005 to 2009, where he worked on improving the city’s financial health and promoting urban renewal projects. Wilder’s contributions to Virginia and the nation are recognized through numerous awards and honors, reflecting his role as a trailblazer in American politics and his dedication to serving the public.