Julius C. Michaelson
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Julius C. Michaelson | |
|---|---|
| 66th Attorney General of Rhode Island | |
| Preceded by | Richard J. Israel |
| Succeeded by | Dennis J. Roberts II |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 25, 1922 |
| Died | November 12, 2011 (aged 89) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Boston University |
Julius Cooley Michaelson (January 25, 1922 – November 12, 2011) served as
Attorney General from 1975 to 1979 and was the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee in 1982 against Republican John Chafee.[1]
Julius Cooley Michaelson was born to Carl and Celia (née Cooley) Michaelson. He entered the
State Senate and served until 1974. He was the Deputy Majority Leader
during the 1969 session.
In 1974, he won the State Attorney General election and left office after two terms. He challenged incumbent Republican U.S. Senator John Chafee in 1982, garnering 49% to Chafee's 51%.
He died on November 12, 2011.[2] At the order of Rhode Island Governor Lincoln Chafee, son of former Senator John Chafee, state flags were flown at half-staff in his memory.[3]
See also
References
- ^ (8 August 1982). Rep. Kemp Calls Late To Check On 'ambush', Lawrence Journal World
- Providence Journal. 2011-11-14. Retrieved 2011-11-14.
- Providence Journal. 2011-11-14. Retrieved 2011-11-14.