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- Born: July 15, 1936
- Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio
- Assumed office: January 6, 1999
- Party: Republican Party
- Spouse: Janet Allan Voinovich
- Education: Ohio University
- Religion: Roman Catholic
- Previous position held: Governor of Ohio Project Vote Smart: Senator George Voinovich (Ohio)
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George Voinovich is a Republican U.S. Senator representing Ohio. He became Senator in 1999 and succeeded former astronaut John Glenn who previously held the position. On January 12, 2009, Voinovich announced that he would retire from public service in 2010.Fox News: Sen. Voinovich to Retire in 2010 (January 12, 2009)
Political Career
- 1967-1971: Ohio State House of Representatives
- 1977-1978: Cuyahoga County (Commissioner)
- 1979: State of Ohio (Lieutenant Governor)
- 1979-1988: City of Cleveland (Mayor)
- 1988: U.S. Senate (Candidate)
- 1990-1998: State of Ohio (Governor)
- 1998-present: U.S. Senate (Senator)
Voinovich is a member of the following Senate committees:
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
- Environment & Public Works
- Foreign Relations Project Vote Smart: Senator George Voinovich (Ohio)
Quotes
"Those of us that have been given the honor to serve in these times must step up to the plate and put this country on a course that will see it through these harrowing times and make it strong and viable for the 21st century." - Senator VoinovichFox News: Sen. Voinovich to Retire in 2010 (January 12, 2009)
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George Voinovich Questions
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can a girl dress up as boy george 5 AnswersAbsolutely. I don't see why not...You can dress up as whomever..it's part of dressing up! Boy George would be a fun one to dress up as too! read more -
Why is Melissa George leaving Greys Anatomy? 5 AnswersShe commented that "it was my choice" and a "Grey's insider" commented that "Melissa's arc came to a natural end." Being forced by my wife to watch the show,... read more -
Are George Clooney and Pink dating? 3 AnswersAccording to Extra, Pink was just joking. Clooney was recently spotted out with a game show contestant at a sushi bar. read more
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George Carlin Tribute: What is your favorite quote AND video by George Carlin? 7 AnswersI love George Carlin. It's so sad that he's gone. One of my favorite sayings of his is "NIMBY" which is "Not In My Back Yard". That one is great and probably ... read more
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RT @CQHealthTweet: Republican George Voinovich of Ohio was only senator who didn't vote. Went home to Cleveland instead, says Plain Deal ...
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To Sen. George Voinovich: Our country needs you to move forward with health reform http://bit.ly/r2eoE #hc09 #OH #44106
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We commend Senators George Voinovich (R) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D) for introducing the Roosevelt Scholars Act of 2009 http://ow.ly/EUEW
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The Sorting Table -- Curious George Voinovich: http://bit.ly/6sUILs
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Curious George Voinovich, this a.m. on The Sorting Table: http://bit.ly/7e92DC
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