EXAM #2 MATCHING GOVERNORS

Ann Richards

Second Woman governor in Texas, Represented Texas Image: Cowboy boots, Straight talk, tough (1 Term)

Bill Clements

First Republican Governor, Broke Century-Long democratic streak 1978, Redefined Texas Party Affiliation (2 Terms)

James "Pa" Ferguson

"Farmer Jim", Represented poor farmers & Workers, Impressed using quotes, was impeached" (1 Term)

Miriam. A Ferguson

She opposed the KKK, Contested prohibition laws, and was the first woman governor of Texas. (2 Terms)

W. Lee "Pappy" O' Daniel

Popular Governor, Radio Show host, PROMISED blocking state sale tax, stop capital punishment, and make state pension. Never delivered on promises (1 Term)

George W. Bush

Conservative reputation and name-recognition from father’s presidency. Good with both Republican and Democrats. Supported education initiatives & state tax cuts. Soon became U.S President. (1 Term)