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Doug Wilder, 1st black elected governor, to retirePublished 05/17/08
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - L. Douglas "Doug" Wilder, who earned a place in history as the nation's first elected black governor, announced yesterday that he would not seek re-election as Richmond's mayor, likely bringing his storied political career to a close.
Mr. Wilder, 77, announced his plans to retire in a meeting with Richmond city department directors, then issued a news release.
"I'm not seeking re-election. I've done everything you can do," Mr. Wilder said in a television interview. The...
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