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How many women have served as governor of West Virginia?
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This governor served the shortest term in office, only six days.
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This governor pronounced martial law and called out the National Guard three times during the deadly Paint Creek-Cabin Creek strike.
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Who was the only member of Congress to march with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in Selma, Alabama?
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Who was the first woman elected to the state's executive branch?
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This state treasurer was forced to resign after the state lost more than $300 million in investments.
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Matthew Reese helped organize this candidate's presidential campaign in West Virginia.
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Which member of Congress introduced legislation in 1980 that deregulated the railroad industry?
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Who was the first governor with an office in Charleston after the capital was moved from Wheeling?
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Who served as the state senate president for more than 15 years before becoming governor?
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