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Wendell Hampton Ford (September 8, 1924 – January 22, 2015) was an American politician from Kentucky. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as Governor of Kentucky from 1971 to 1974, a member of the United States Senate for 24 years from 1974 to 1999.
Jan 22, 2015 · Updated 3:06 PM PDT, January 22, 2015. FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. and Kentucky Gov. Wendell Ford, an unapologetic smoker whose unfiltered chats and speeches endeared him to voters in a state that once thrived on tobacco and coal, has died at age 90. Ford’s health had declined in the last two weeks, said Mike Ruehling, who had ...
Learn about the life and achievements of Wendell H. Ford, who served as Kentucky's governor and senator and sponsored many laws on aviation, energy, and labor. Find out how he established the Wendell H. Ford Government Education Center in Owensboro to promote civic engagement.
Jan 22, 2015 · Wendell Ford was a Kentucky politician who served as governor, lieutenant governor and senator for 33 years. He was known for his influence on Kentucky issues, his support for Democrats and his humble personality.
Jan 22, 2015 · Wendell Hampton Ford was born on Sept. 8, 1924, and grew up on a farm near Owensboro, in Yellow Creek. He attended the University of Kentucky in 1943 and served in the Army from 1944 to 1946.
Jan 22, 2015 · By Steve Bittenbender LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Reuters) - Wendell Ford, a former governor and the last Democratic U.S. senator from Kentucky, died on Thursday. A native of Owensboro, Ford served four ...
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Jan 22, 2015 · Ford was a powerhouse of Kentucky Democratic politics, serving as governor and U.S. senator for 33 years. He was praised by current and former politicians for his kindness, mentorship and influence on key legislation.
