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Donna Pope

1931 – 2023

American politician

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Lived 1931 – 2023 (aged 91). Donna Pope was an American politician and director.

Donna Pope (October 15, 1931 – June 23, 2023) was an American politician and civil servant who served as the Director of the United States Mint, appointed by President Ronald Reagan.

Career Pope served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives from 1972 to 1981. After being chosen to serve as Director of the United States Mint, she resigned from the House on May 13, 1981 to work for the Mint as a consultant while she waited to be confirmed by the United States Senate. On September 10, 1981, she was officially sworn in as Director.

During her time as the Director of the United States Mint, she oversaw the establishment of gold coins, which were the first since 1933. After leaving the United States Mint in 1991, she served as the Director of U.S. Market Activities for the International Olympic Committee's centennial coin program.

Death Pope died on June 23, 2023, at the age of 91.

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Ohio state representative, Director of the United States Mint

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Donna Pope?

American politician (1931–2023)

When was Donna Pope born?

Donna Pope was born on 15 October 1931 in Cleveland.

When did Donna Pope die?

Donna Pope died on 23 June 2023.

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Donna Pope was a politician and director.

What nationality was Donna Pope?

Donna Pope was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Donna Pope

· Wikidata: Q5296444

· DBpedia: Donna Pope

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