George Nethercutt Quotes
A collection of quotes by George Nethercutt.
George Nethercutt is a former American politician and attorney. He was born on October 7, 1944, in Spokane, Washington. Nethercutt attended Washington State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in political science in 1967. He then went on to study law at Gonzaga University School of Law, where he graduated in 1971.
Nethercutt began his career as an attorney, practicing law in Spokane for several years. In 1994, he made a significant leap into politics by successfully challenging Speaker of the House Tom Foley in the congressional race for Washington's 5th congressional district. Notably, Nethercutt became the first Republican to represent the district in over three decades.
During his time in Congress, Nethercutt served as a member of various committees, including the House Appropriations Committee and the House Judiciary Committee. He focused on numerous issues, including education, veterans' affairs, and international trade.
After serving five terms in the House of Representatives, Nethercutt made an unsuccessful bid to represent Washington in the Senate in 2004. Following his political career, Nethercutt became an attorney and founded the George Nethercutt Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on educational initiatives.
George Nethercutt's contributions in Washington politics have solidified his place as a respected statesman and advocate for his constituents.
