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Leo Winters

1922 – 2005

American lawyer

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About Leo Winters

Lived 1922 – 2005 (aged 82). Leo Winters was an American lawyer and politician.

Leo Winters (November 7, 1922 – March 5, 2005) was the ninth lieutenant governor of Oklahoma and the 11th State treasurer for the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Winters, a member of the Democratic Party, served alongside Oklahoma's first Republican governor, Henry Bellmon.

Early life Winters was born November 7, 1922, in Hooker, Oklahoma, to David and Gertrude Winter, who were German immigrants from Ukraine. Winters attended Panhandle State University, but left college to join the United States Army Air Corps. He was elected lieutenant governor on November 6, 1962, after beating former US Representative Wilburn Cartwright in the primary with 63% and defeating Republican Dale J. Briggs in the general election with 54%. He served alongside Oklahoma's first Republican governor, Henry Bellmon.

In 1966, Winters successfully campaigned to become state treasurer.

Later life and death Winters died Saturday, March 5, 2005, in Oklahoma City at the age of 82.

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Education
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Positions held
Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Leo Winters?

American lawyer

When was Leo Winters born?

Leo Winters was born on 7 November 1922 in Hooker.

When did Leo Winters die?

Leo Winters died on 5 March 2005 in Oklahoma City.

What was Leo Winters's occupation?

Leo Winters was a lawyer and politician.

What nationality was Leo Winters?

Leo Winters was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leo Winters

· Wikidata: Q16016638

· DBpedia: Leo Winters

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