David Blanchard

David James Blanchard (January 5, 1921 – December 23, 1962) was an American lawyer and Republican politician who served as the 63rd speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly. His father, George Washington Blanchard, was a U.S. congressman.

Biography Blanchard was born on January 5, 1921, in Edgerton, Wisconsin. His father, George Washington Blanchard, was a member of the United States House of Representatives. Blanchard graduated from the University of Wisconsin and the University of Wisconsin Law School.

Career Blanchard was a member of the Assembly from 1955 until his death. He became Speaker in 1961. Additionally, Blanchard was a delegate to the 1960 Republican National Convention. He was succeeded in his Assembly seat by his wife.