Interview with Jody Richards, December 28, 2010
Project: Kentucky Legislature Oral History Project
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In this interview, Jody Richards discusses his family background, education, and preparation for politics. He reviews his legislative races and rise to power in the Kentucky House of Representatives. There is some additional insights into his work on KERA and educational issues. He discusses at length his work to promote the Western Kentucky region and the politics of the region. He also discusses his gubernatorial campaigns.Interview Accession
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Richards, Jody Interview by George G. Humphreys. 28 Dec. 2010. Lexington, KY: Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.
Richards, J. (2010, December 28). Interview by G. G. Humphreys. Kentucky Legislature Oral History Project. Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries, Lexington.
Richards, Jody, interview by George G. Humphreys. December 28, 2010, Kentucky Legislature Oral History Project, Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.
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