About Bob Morton
Lived 1934 – 2015 (aged 81). Bob Morton was an American politician and christian minister.
Harry Robert Morton (May 19, 1934 – August 7, 2015) was an American politician of the Republican Party. He was a member of the Washington State Senate and House of Representatives, representing the 7th Legislative District.
Morton was a leader of the State of Lincoln secession movement, wherein the Eastern Washington and Panhandle of Idaho would become a 51st state. He also gave Cathy McMorris Rodgers her start in politics; first as his campaign manager, then as his legislative assistant, and finally creating the vacancy in the state House of Representatives when he ascended to the State Senate, which she filled via appointment. He died on August 7, 2015.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Morton?
American politician from Washington
When was Bob Morton born?
Bob Morton was born on 19 May 1934 in Hornell.
When did Bob Morton die?
Bob Morton died on 7 August 2015 in Spokane.
What was Bob Morton's occupation?
Bob Morton was a politician and christian minister.
What nationality was Bob Morton?
Bob Morton was American.
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· DBpedia: Bob Morton (politician)
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