About David R. Nelson
Born 1937. David R. Nelson is an American politician.
David Robert Nelson (born May 22, 1942) is an American politician who served as a State Representative and Sheriff of Bristol County, Massachusetts.
Early life Nelson was born on May 22, 1942, in New Bedford, Massachusetts. He attended New Bedford public schools, Providence College, Sacred Heart Major Seminary, and Saint Mary's College. Prior to becoming sheriff, Nelson worked as a rare book dealer.
Early political career From 1970 to 1976, Nelson was a New Bedford City Councilor. He was elected council president in 1974. From 1977 to 1978 he was City Clerk. Nelson resigned in 1997 and was succeeded by his Assistant Deputy Superintendent Thomas Hodgson.
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American politician
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David R. Nelson was born on 14 December 1937 in New Bedford.
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