Ann Richards was a prominent Texas Democrat known for her sharp wit and charismatic presence in politics. Born Dorothy Ann Willis on September 1, 1933, in Lacy-Lakeview, Texas, she displayed political acumen from a young age, excelling in high school debates. Graduating from Baylor University in 1954, she initially entered the teaching profession before volunteering for various Democratic campaigns in the 1950s. Her career trajectory took a significant turn when she became the Travis County commissioner in 1976, followed by her election as Texas state treasurer in 1982. Richards quickly gained national recognition during her keynote address at the 1988 Democratic National Convention, where she famously taunted Republican nominee George H.W. Bush.
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