Roy Romer

Roy R. Romer (born October 31, 1928) is an American politician. He was the 39th Governor of Colorado. He also served as the superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District from 2001 to 2006.^[1] His son is Nobel Prize winner Paul Romer. He was born in Garden City, Kansas.

Roy R. Romer
Romer in 2019
39th Governor of Colorado
In office January 13, 1987 – January 12, 1999
Lieutenant	Mike Callihan (1987–1994) Samuel H. Cassidy (1994–1995) Gail Schoettler (1995–1999)
Preceded by	Richard Lamm
Succeeded by	William F. Owens
Colorado State Treasurer
In office 1977–1987
Preceded by	Sam Brown
Succeeded by	Gail Schoettler
Superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District
In office 2001–2006
Preceded by	Ramon C. Cortines
Succeeded by	David Brewer
Personal details
Born	(1928-10-31) October 31, 1928 (age 95) Garden City, Kansas
Nationality	American
Political party	Democratic
Spouse(s)	Beatrice Romer
Children	7 children
Residence	Holly, Colorado
Alma mater	(B.A.) Colorado State University (J.D.) University of Colorado Law School
Military service
Branch/service	United States Air Force
Battles/wars	Korean War

References

1. Press, The Associated (7 June 2000). "Colorado Ex-Governor Takes Schools Post" – via NYTimes.com.