About Alan Thompson
Lived 1927 – 2019 (aged 92). Alan Thompson was an American politician.
Alan Craig Thompson (May 17, 1927 – July 28, 2019) was an American politician and journalist in the state of Washington. He served in the Washington House of Representatives from 1965 to 1982 and the Washington State Senate from 1982 to 1986, as a Democrat. He was appointed to the Senate in November 1982 to replace the deceased Don Talley. He was also the Chief Clerk of the Washington House of Representatives from 1987 to 1993.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alan Thompson?
American politician (1927-2019)
When was Alan Thompson born?
Alan Thompson was born on 17 May 1927 in Geneva.
When did Alan Thompson die?
Alan Thompson died on 27 July 2019 in Olympia, Washington.
What was Alan Thompson's occupation?
Alan Thompson was a politician.
What nationality was Alan Thompson?
Alan Thompson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alan Thompson (Washington politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alan Thompson. https://biography.guide/alan-thompson-politician-1927/
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