Richard Thornburgh

Richard Thornburgh is an American lawyer and politician who served as the governor of Pennsylvania from 1979 to 1987. He is known for his effective leadership during crises, including the Three Mile Island nuclear accident in 1979. Thornburgh was also the U.S. Attorney General under Presidents Reagan and Bush, where he focused on issues like drug enforcement and civil rights. He has had a noteworthy legal career and has been involved in various public policy initiatives, promoting ethics and government reform. Thornburgh is recognized for his commitment to public service and his contributions to state and national governance.