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Leo J. Ryan
Born May 5, 1925 — Died Nov 18, 1978
From Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
Biography
Leo Joseph Ryan Jr. (May 5, 1925 – November 18, 1978) was an American teacher and politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the U.S. representative from California's 11th congressional district from 1973 until his assassination during the Jonestown massacre in 1978. Before that, he served in the California State Assembly, representing the state's 27th district.
Also Known As
Rep. Leo Ryan
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