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David Duane Freudenthal (born October 12, 1950) is an American attorney, economist, and politician who served as the 31st governor of Wyoming from 2003 to 2011. Freudenthal previously was the United States Attorney for the District of Wyoming from 1994 to 2001.
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Freudenthal was born in Thermopolis, Wyoming, the seventh of eight children, and grew up on a farm north of town. He graduated from Amherst College in 1973 with a bachelor's degree in economics. After graduating he joined the Department of Economic Planning and Development as an economist and later became the state planning director for Governor Ed...
Economy
During Freudenthal's term the state has enjoyed a prosperous economy. The petroleum, natural gas, and mineral boom in Wyoming have given the state a budget surplus, projected to be $1.8 billion in 2006. Freudenthal has proposed that the state save $1.2 billion over the next two years. Freudenthal, who enjoys one of the highest approval ratings of any governor at around 68 percent, was endorsed by the National Rifle Association.
Wolves
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar invited Freudenthal, Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer, and Idaho Gov. Butch Otterto meet in Denver, CO to discuss management of wolves. State Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials said the 153 wolves was a minimum count and they needed to add 30 percent to reach more than 200 wolves. An estimated 1,700 wolves reportedly live in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington and Oregon.
National Governors Association - Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal (dead link)biographyDec 29, 2022 · Dave Freudenthal, a Democrat who served as governor of Wyoming from 2003-2011, released his new book last week, “The Paradox of Plenty.” The book explores Wyoming’s close-knit dependence on mineral revenues and how this relationship has affected its economy through the years.
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Feb 7, 2024 · LANDER — Former Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal’s book “The Paradox of Plenty” recalls a common bumper sticker seen in the state during downturns in the coal and gas industry: “Oh Lord, grant...
Jan 6, 2003 · Wyoming native Dave Freudenthal graduated from Amherst College in 1973 and then returned to Wyoming to take a position as an economist for the Wyoming Department of Economic Planning and Development. Governor Ed Herschler appointed him state planning coordinator in 1975.
Feb 24, 2023 · Former governor Dave Freudenthal discusses his book "Wyoming: The Paradox of Plenty" and how the state's tax system and economy became so reliant on minerals and fossil fuels. He also shares his views on the challenges and opportunities for diversification and sustainability in the state.
Dave Freudenthal, a Wyoming native, served two terms as Wyoming’s 31st governor. In 2002, Freudenthal, a Democrat and first-time candidate, won an upset victory in one of America’s most overwhelmingly Republican states.
