Bob Riley

Bob Riley (1944- ) was the governor of Alabama from 2003-2011, elected in 2002 as the third Republican to hold the office since Reconstruction. During his tenure in office, Riley focused his efforts on reforming the state's tax system and education programs, as well as attracting new industries to the area.

Alabama Governor Bob Riley speaking at the Alabama Pecan Festival in Mobile, November 2006
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Alabama Governor Bob Riley speaking at the Alabama Pecan Festival in Mobile, November 2006