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Elmer L. Andersen
1909-06-17 – 2004-11-15
Life & Legacy
Elmer Lee Andersen (June 17, 1909 – November 15, 2004) was an American businessman, philanthropist, and politician who built a successful business career with the H. B. Fuller Company. Andersen was most notably the 30th governor of Minnesota. A self-described progressive Republican, he was a well-regarded politician who passed many social and environmental regulations during his time as governor.
In one of the closest elections in the history of Minnesota and the United States, Andersen lost the 1962 Minnesota gubernatorial election by 91 votes to Karl Rolvaag.
Occupation & Career
politician, businessperson, philanthropist, non-fiction writer, governor
Education
University of Minnesota; Muskegon High School; Muskegon Community College
Faith & Community
Lutheranism
Legacy Highlights
Church
Lutheranism
Education & Institutions
Muskegon Community College · Muskegon High School · University of Minnesota
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Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q440445 — wikidata View source
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