Richard N. Dixon

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Richard N. Dixon
22nd
Nancy K. Kopp
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates
In office
1983-1996
Personal details
Born(1938-04-17)April 17, 1938
stock broker, Politician

Richard N. Dixon ((1938-04-17)April 17, 1938 – June 7, 2012) was the first African American Treasurer of Maryland. Previously, he was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Carroll County, Maryland, from 1983 to 1996.

Background

Richard Dixon was one of six children of Thomas and Mamie Dixon. His father earned a living as a custodian but insisted that his children go to college.[1]

Education

Dixon attended the Robert Moton School, in

M.B.A.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Obituary: Richard N. Dixon, former Maryland treasurer - Baltimore Sun". Articles.baltimoresun.com. 2012-06-10. Retrieved 2013-01-12.
  2. ^ "Richard N. Dixon, Maryland State Treasurer". Msa.maryland.gov. Retrieved 2013-01-12.
Political offices
Preceded by Treasurer of Maryland
1996–2002
Succeeded by
Nancy K. Kopp