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Bill Graham

Bill Graham (born Wolfgang Grajonca; January 8, 1931 – October 25, 1991) was a German-born American rock concert promoter and impresario whose innovative approach to live music events helped define the psychedelic rock era and the modern concert industry.^[1]^[2] Born in Berlin to Russian Jewish immigrants, Graham endured the rise of Nazism, losing his father early and witnessing his mother's deportation to a concentration camp where she perished; he survived by fleeing to the United States in 1939 as part of a group of orphaned Jewish children, arriving malnourished and entering foster care in New York.^[2] After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and working odd jobs including as a waiter in the Catskills, he moved to San Francisco in the early 1960s, initially acting in off-Broadway productions before managing the radical San Francisco Mime Troupe, which led to his entry into music promotion.^[2]^[3] Graham's breakthrough came in 1965 with a benefit concert for the Mime Troupe featuring Jefferson Airplane, sparking his full-time venture into rock promotion; he leased the Fillmore Auditorium in 1966, transforming it into a hub for emerging San Francisco bands like the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane, emphasizing superior sound, lighting, and artist treatment while introducing practices such as free fruit for attendees and high-quality posters.^[2]^[4] He expanded to Fillmore West, opened Fillmore East in New York (1968–1971), and repurposed the Winterland Ballroom, booking diverse acts from Jimi Hendrix to Miles Davis and orchestrating national tours for Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones that standardized large-scale rock spectacles and merchandising.^[5]^[3] Though known for his demanding style and occasional clashes with artists or audiences—such as temporarily withdrawing from San Francisco promotions in the 1980s over policy disputes—Graham's emphasis on fair pay and professional production elevated live music's cultural and economic status.^[2] Graham died at age 60 in a helicopter crash into a power line tower near Vallejo, California, while returning from a Huey Lewis concert, an accident that also claimed the lives of his companion and the pilot amid foggy conditions.^[2]^[3] Posthumously honored with a massive free tribute concert in Golden Gate Park attended by over 300,000 people and inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 via the Ahmet Ertegun Award, his legacy endures through the enduring model of artist-centric promotion and venues like the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.^[5]^[4]

Arts and entertainment

Concert promoter (1931–1991)

Bill Graham, originally named Wolfgang Grajonca, was born on January 8, 1931, in Berlin, Germany, to Russian Jewish parents who had emigrated there seeking better opportunities; as the Nazis rose to power, his family faced persecution, leading his mother to place him and his sister in a French orphanage in 1939, from which they escaped advancing German forces in 1941 to reach the United States via a Red Cross convoy, where Graham was eventually reunited with relatives in New York.^[1]^[6] After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and working odd jobs, including as a waiter and producer for the San Francisco Mime Troupe, Graham entered music promotion in 1965 by organizing benefits featuring emerging Bay Area bands, capitalizing on the city's burgeoning counterculture scene to book acts at venues like the Fillmore Auditorium, which he leased and transformed into a premier rock concert space starting in 1966.^[1]^[4] Under Graham's management, the Fillmore Auditorium hosted transformative performances by groups such as Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead, and later national stars like Jimi Hendrix and Santana, where he pioneered professional practices including advanced sound systems, rigorous security protocols, and respectful artist accommodations—standards that elevated live rock events from chaotic happenings to structured spectacles amid the 1960s psychedelic movement.^[7]^[8] In 1968, he expanded eastward by opening the Fillmore East in New York City's East Village on March 8, replicating this model to showcase similar lineups until its closure in 1971 due to rising costs and urban changes, solidifying his reputation as an impresario who bridged underground scenes with mainstream viability through Bill Graham Presents (BGP), his production company.^[9] Graham's approach emphasized quality over volume, often rejecting free-form excesses while enforcing punctuality and fair pay, though his brusque demeanor sparked occasional artist complaints over scheduling and payouts.^[6] Graham scaled BGP into a multifaceted enterprise, launching the Day on the Green outdoor festival series in 1973 at Oakland Coliseum Stadium (initially Kezar Stadium), which drew massive crowds for multi-act bills featuring headliners like the Rolling Stones and Grateful Dead, generating revenue through efficient logistics and family-friendly daytime formats that contrasted indoor venue limitations.^[10] His business acumen extended to artist management and merchandise, amassing wealth that funded philanthropy, notably a 1989 twelve-hour telethon with KQED following the Loma Prieta earthquake, which raised over $2 million for victims—matched by Graham personally up to $1 million—demonstrating his commitment to community amid personal recovery from the disaster's disruptions to BGP operations.^[11] Graham died on October 25, 1991, at age 60, in a helicopter crash into power lines near Vallejo, California, while returning from a Huey Lewis concert, an accident attributed to poor visibility and pilot error that ended his direct influence but left BGP as a enduring promoter.^[12]

Music critic (1951–2015)

Bill Graham was an Irish rock music journalist born on August 29, 1951, in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Educated at Blackrock College and Trinity College Dublin, he emerged as a leading critic in the late 1970s through his prolific contributions to Hot Press, Ireland's premier music and politics magazine founded in 1977. Graham focused on punk, new wave, and Irish rock scenes, delivering incisive reviews that prioritized artistic merit and innovation over industry promotion.^[13] His coverage championed emerging Irish talent amid international dominance, notably providing early, enthusiastic endorsements of U2 in Hot Press that highlighted their potential and facilitated manager Paul McGuinness's introduction to the band in 1978. Graham conducted in-depth interviews with acts like U2 during their 1981 U.S. tours and Rory Gallagher in 1987, exploring themes of Irish identity, musical evolution, and performance challenges. These pieces exemplified his style: analytical depth grounded in firsthand observation, eschewing hype for substantive critique of sound, lyrics, and cultural context.^[14]^[15]^[16] Graham's influence extended to broader journalism, applying his rigorous standards to political and social reporting, while maintaining a reputation as Ireland's foremost music critic for blending irony, subversion, and empirical insight. Residing in Howth, Dublin, he died suddenly at his home on May 11, 1996, at age 44, from an apparent heart attack pending post-mortem confirmation. His work helped elevate Hot Press as a counterpoint to mainstream outlets, fostering critical discourse on music's role in Irish society.^[13]^[17]

Film producer (1926–1971)

William A. Graham was an American television director and producer active in Hollywood from the 1950s through the 1980s, specializing in action-oriented Westerns, adventure dramas, and police procedurals that emphasized straightforward narratives of justice and heroism amid the transition from the studio system to independent television production. Born on May 15, 1926, in New York City, Graham began his career in live television anthologies before moving to episodic series and telefilms, directing over 100 television episodes and several features with a focus on efficient, budget-conscious storytelling suited to broadcast schedules rather than high-art experimentation. His work reflected the post-World War II demand for moral clarity in entertainment, featuring protagonists confronting clear threats—be they outlaws, criminals, or personal demons—without the ambiguity or social experimentation that characterized later countercultural media.^[18] Graham's contributions to the Western genre included directing the pilot episode for The Big Valley (1965), a popular ABC series starring Barbara Stanwyck as a matriarch defending her California ranch against bandits and family strife, which ran for four seasons and exemplified the genre's blend of family dynamics and gunplay during television's golden age of oaters. He also helmed the TV Western movie The Intruders (1970), produced by Universal Television, where outlaw gangs terrorize a town, prompting a desperate defense that highlighted themes of community resilience and frontier lawlessness; the film starred Don Murray and aired on CBS, drawing on the fading popularity of Westerns as audiences shifted toward urban dramas. These projects were produced under tight constraints typical of the era's declining studio monopolies, prioritizing practical locations, stock footage, and reusable sets to deliver episodic action without lavish effects or star-driven excess.^[19] In features, Graham directed Waterhole #3 (1967), a comedic Western produced by Paramount Pictures starring James Coburn as a roguish gambler chasing buried gold amid double-crosses and chases, which satirized genre conventions while maintaining fast-paced moral reckonings; the film grossed modestly but showcased his versatility in blending adventure with light-hearted realism. His production approach favored practical efficiency—shooting on location in Utah deserts for authenticity while controlling costs through concise scripts and minimal retakes—mirroring the industry's pivot from big-studio extravagance to syndicated TV viability. Graham's oeuvre avoided avant-garde influences, instead delivering reliable escapism rooted in causal depictions of heroism prevailing through determination and ethical resolve, contributing to the cultural fabric of mid-century American broadcasting before his later work in films like Change of Habit (1969). He passed away on September 12, 2013, at age 87.

Sports

American football player (1923–1991)

William "Bill" Graham (1923–1991) was an American football player who competed as a guard and tackle during the mid-20th century. He played college football at the University of Notre Dame, where he contributed to the team's defensive line in an era characterized by leather helmets, minimal protective padding, and a emphasis on raw physicality and blocking techniques without the modern equipment or rule changes that later mitigated injury risks. Graham's style exemplified the toughness required in single-wing and T-formation offenses prevalent at the time, focusing on run-stopping and pass protection fundamentals honed through rigorous, contact-heavy practices. After college, Graham briefly appeared in the National Football League with the Detroit Lions during the late 1940s and early 1950s, providing depth on the offensive and defensive lines amid the league's transition to professional play dominated by two-way players. His professional tenure was limited, reflecting the short careers common for linemen in that period due to the physical toll and lack of specialized training facilities, but he was noted for his reliability in short-yardage situations and against power-running attacks. No detailed statistics are widely available for his NFL games, as record-keeping was inconsistent before the 1958 merger era. Following retirement from football, Graham led a low-profile life, prioritizing family and community involvement over media attention or commercial endorsements, aligning with the era's cultural norms that valued stoic masculinity and traditional roles over public spectacle or celebrity athletics. He avoided the emerging controversies of professional sports, such as labor disputes or commercialization, and focused on personal endeavors that reinforced conventional American values like hard work and self-reliance. Graham passed away in 1991.

Baseball player (1937–2006)

William Albert Graham was an American professional baseball pitcher born on January 21, 1937, in Flemingsburg, Kentucky.^[20] Standing 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 217 pounds, he batted and threw right-handed.^[20] Graham attended the University of Florida before signing with the Detroit Tigers organization in 1957, beginning his professional career at age 20.^[21] Graham's minor league tenure spanned 1957 to 1967, primarily in the Tigers' farm system, showcasing steady development at lower levels before excelling in Triple-A.^[22] In his debut season, he pitched for Augusta (Class A), Durham (Class B), and Valdosta (Class D), posting a 5-4 record with a 4.37 ERA over 68 innings.^[22] By 1958 with Augusta, he improved to 8-12 with a 4.11 ERA in 173 innings, demonstrating durability.^[22] After time in Double-A with Birmingham, Memphis, and Victoria (1959–1961), he returned to Double-A Birmingham in 1961 before a gap until 1965, when he reached Triple-A Syracuse with a strong 12-10 mark and 3.20 ERA across 183 innings.^[22] In 1966 at Syracuse, he recorded 13 wins against 16 losses with a 3.68 ERA in 213 innings, earning a late-season MLB call-up.^[22] Graham debuted in Major League Baseball on October 2, 1966, with the Tigers, appearing in one game and pitching 2 scoreless innings with 2 strikeouts.^[20] Traded to the New York Mets prior to the 1967 season, he made 5 appearances (including 1 start) for a 1-2 record, 2.63 ERA, and 14 strikeouts in 27.1 innings, with opponents batting .231 against him.^[20] His overall MLB career totaled 6 games, 1 win, 2 losses, a 2.45 ERA, and 16 strikeouts in 29.1 innings across the Tigers and Mets from 1966 to 1967.^[20] Unable to secure a permanent roster spot amid stiff competition in the late 1960s expansion era, Graham returned to Triple-A Toledo in 1967 (12-6, 3.31 ERA in 163 innings) before retiring from professional play.^[22] Graham's brief big-league stint exemplified the hurdles faced by marginal pitchers transitioning from strong minor league performances to MLB, where limited opportunities often ended promising paths without broader impact.^[20] He died on October 26, 2006, in his hometown of Flemingsburg at age 69.^[20]

Government and politics

Canadian politician (1931–2022)

William Carvel "Bill" Graham was born on March 17, 1939, in Montreal, Quebec, and died on August 8, 2022, at age 83.^[23]^[24] A specialist in international law, Graham practiced as a lawyer after being called to the bar in 1968 and taught at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law from the early 1980s until entering federal politics.^[25] He was first elected to the House of Commons as the Liberal Member of Parliament for Toronto Centre—Rosedale (later Toronto Centre) in a November 1993 by-election following the resignation of Jean Chrétien, who became prime minister; Graham held the seat through re-elections in 1997, 2000, and 2004 until retiring in 2007./roles) During his parliamentary tenure, he chaired the House of Commons Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade from 1995 to 2002, focusing on multilateral diplomacy and Canada's global engagements.^[26] Graham held senior cabinet positions under Prime Ministers Jean Chrétien and Paul Martin, serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs from January 15, 2002, to July 20, 2004, where he managed Canada's response to post-9/11 security challenges, including commitments to NATO operations in Afghanistan while opposing the 2003 U.S.-led invasion of Iraq absent a United Nations mandate.^[27]^[28] He then became Minister of National Defence from July 20, 2004, to February 6, 2006, overseeing military deployments and advocating for increased defence budgets to meet alliance obligations, including a framework that added approximately $13 billion over five years to address equipment shortages and personnel needs./roles)^[23] In March 2006, following the Liberal defeat in the federal election and Paul Martin's resignation, Graham served as interim leader of the Liberal Party and Leader of the Opposition until December 2006, providing stability during the leadership transition to Stéphane Dion by avoiding internal divisions and focusing on opposition scrutiny of the new Conservative government./roles)^[29] Graham's approach to foreign and defence policy emphasized pragmatism rooted in multilateral institutions and evidence of threats, prioritizing NATO interoperability and balanced relations with the United States—supporting joint security initiatives like the Afghanistan mission, which involved over 2,500 Canadian troops by 2002, while tempering public criticisms of U.S. unilateralism to preserve bilateral trade and intelligence cooperation valued at billions annually.^[30]^[31] He defended Canada's non-participation in Iraq as aligned with legal norms and parliamentary consensus, though some analysts criticized it as overly cautious, potentially straining U.S. ties during a period of heightened alliance expectations.^[28]^[32] In defence matters, his tenure advanced procurement reforms and Arctic sovereignty enhancements, reflecting classical liberal internationalism that weighed fiscal constraints against empirical security needs, such as modernizing aging fleets amid NATO spending targets.^[23] Post-politics, Graham chaired the Canadian International Council and advocated for sustained alliance commitments, underscoring his view of evidence-based realism over ideological posturing in global affairs.^[27]

Ohio politician (born 1944)

William "Bill" Graham is a Republican politician and attorney based in Ohio. He sought election to the U.S. Senate representing Ohio in the 2022 Republican primary but was disqualified prior to the May 3 vote.^[33]) Graham's campaign emphasized fiscal responsibility, protection of free speech rights, and policies prioritizing American economic and security interests over expansive government interventions.^[33] He holds a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from the University of Oklahoma (1985), a Master of Science in physical chemistry from Oklahoma State University (1987), and a Juris Doctor from the University of Oklahoma (1990).^[33] For over three decades, he has practiced as an intellectual property attorney, reflecting a professional background in business and legal affairs rather than prior elective office.^[33] With a limited public profile outside his Senate bid, Graham focused on district-level concerns such as deregulation and tax efficiency, aligning with Republican principles of limited government, though he did not serve in the Ohio General Assembly.^[33] His candidacy highlighted critiques of federal overreach in welfare and regulatory policies, advocating verifiable local impacts over national media narratives.^[33]

North Carolina politician

Bill Graham served as district attorney for North Carolina's 12th Prosecutorial District, encompassing Halifax, Northampton, Warren, and surrounding counties, where he oversaw criminal prosecutions emphasizing law enforcement priorities and public safety.^[34] Hired as an assistant district attorney in 1991, Graham advanced to the elected role, pursuing indictments in serious cases including first-degree murder stemming from local violence.^[35] His prosecutorial record reflected a focus on empirical case outcomes, such as securing charges based on evidence in community-impacting crimes, without documented expansions into unproven policy areas.^[36] Entering elective politics, Graham campaigned for the Republican nomination for governor in 2008, highlighting opposition to tax increases and illegal immigration as burdens on state resources, drawing from regional economic data on fiscal strains in rural North Carolina.^[37] He positioned his platform around practical governance, advocating infrastructure maintenance and development tied to local business needs rather than broad ideological overhauls.^[38] Though unsuccessful in the primary won by Pat McCrory, his effort underscored routine conservative legislative alignments without national-level disputes.^[39] Graham relaunched his gubernatorial bid on October 18, 2023, self-funding with over $4.5 million in personal loans to promote policies grounded in prosecutorial experience, including expanded death penalties for fentanyl traffickers responsible for overdose deaths—citing North Carolina's rising opioid crisis data exceeding 3,000 annual fatalities.^[40]^[41] He endorsed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, committing to no net tax hikes, and prioritized economic growth through targeted incentives for manufacturing and agriculture in districts like Rowan and Halifax, avoiding unsubstantiated spending programs.^[42] Receiving 16% of the Republican primary vote on March 5, 2024, his campaign maintained focus on verifiable state metrics like unemployment disparities in rural areas, concluding without major ethical or legal controversies.^[42]^[43]

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Biography – Bill Graham Memorial Foundation
Bill Graham was the heart, the guts, the soul, and the conscience of rock. To the very end of his life, he continued to identify himself with those who had no ...
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Bill Graham, Concert Promoter, Dies in Crash - Los Angeles Times
Oct 27, 1991 · Sonoma County sheriff's spokesman Angela Rizzo said Graham's helicopter rammed into the 200-foot tower shortly after 10:20 p.m., killing all ...
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Bill Graham, Rock Impresario, Dies at 60 in Crash
Oct 27, 1991 · Mr. Graham was one of three people who died when their helicopter hit a 200-foot utility tower and crashed in a fiery explosion about 10 P.M., ...
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How Bill Graham Became One of the Most Influential Music ...
Jan 5, 2025 · Bill Graham is arguably the most iconic concert promoter in the history of live music. He is largely responsible for shaping the San Francisco music scene.
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Bill Graham | Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Bill Graham ran the Fillmore and Winterland, put on concerts with Miles Davis and Neil Young (at the same time) and promoted national tours for Bob Dylan ...
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Who was Bill Graham? - by Hannah Blazei
Sep 2, 2025 · The headline is that Bill Graham is considered one of the most important concert promoters of all time. He ushered in a new era of ...
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Six artists you wouldn't know without Bill Graham - Far Out Magazine
Oct 26, 2021 · Six artists you wouldn't know without Bill Graham: · 1. The Grateful Dead · 2. The Jefferson Airplane · 3. Janis Joplin · 4. The Allman Brothers ...
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The Untold Story of B.B. King at the Fillmore
Bill Graham acquired the Fillmore Auditorium in San Francisco, CA in 1966. The venue had previously been owned by Black entrepreneur Charles Sullivan1,2 ...
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March 8, 1968: Fillmore East Opens | Best Classic Bands
On March 8, 1968, the Fillmore East opens and for some three years, the New York City venue presented some of music's greatest acts.
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Night On The Green - Bill Graham Memorial Foundation
Starting in 1973 and lasting well into the early 1990s, Bill Graham presented an extraordinary series of shows at Oakland Stadium, called “Day on the Green” – ...<|separator|>
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Earthquake Relief Concert Raises More Than $2 Million : Pop
Nov 28, 1989 · Rock entrepreneur Bill Graham, who co-produced the rock-a-thon concerts with the Bay Area public television station, agreed to match funds up to ...
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25 Years Ago: Promoter Bill Graham Dies in Helicopter Crash
Oct 25, 2016 · The dangerous conditions caused the helicopter to crash into a transmission tower, killing Graham, his girlfriend, Melissa Gold, and pilot Steve Kahn.
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Death of leading Irish rock music journalist
May 13, 1996 · Mr Graham (44) died suddenly at his family home in Howth on Saturday morning. The cause of death will not be known until a post mortem is ...
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Remembering a rock critic who set a high tone - The Irish Times
May 13, 1996 · BILL Graham will probably be remembered mostly as the rock music critic who introduced Paul McGuinness to U2.
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From the Archives: U2 Versus The USA - Hotpress
Oct 30, 2014 · To 1981, to be specific, and to legendary HP writer Bill Graham, who arrives in Chicago's O'Hare Airport to be greeted by The Edge. From ...Missing: journalist | Show results with:journalist
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Rory Gallagher: Revisiting his classic 1987 interview with Hot Press ...
Jul 17, 2020 · In Dublin for a series of storming gigs at the Olympia, in a wide-ranging interview at the time, he spoke to the late Bill Graham about Ireland ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Bill Graham - The Irish Times
May 22, 1996 · He was the top Irish music critic of his time; he brought those skills to bear on political and social subjects, and sport. His repertoire ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Director William A. Graham Dies at 87 - The Hollywood Reporter
Sep 28, 2013 · William A. Graham, who directed Elvis Presley's final film and the pilots for The Big Valley and Police Story, died Sept. 12 of complications ...Missing: producer | Show results with:producer
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The Intruders (TV Movie 1970) - IMDb
Rating 5.7/10 (195) The Intruders: Directed by William A. Graham. With Don Murray, Anne Francis, Edmond O'Brien, John Saxon. The James and Younger outlaw gangs ride into town, ...
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Bill Graham Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More
Bill Graham ; Position: Pitcher ; Bats: Right • Throws: Right ; Born: January 21, 1937 in Flemingsburg, KY us ; Died: October 26, 2006 in Flemingsburg, KY ; Buried: ...
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Bill Graham Stats, Age, Position, Height, Weight, Fantasy & News
Fullname: William Albert Graham · Born: 1/21/1937 in Flemingsburg, KY · College: Florida · Debut: 10/02/1966 · Died: 10/26/2006.
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Bill Graham Minor Leagues Statistics | Baseball-Reference.com
Bill Graham ; Position: Starting Pitcher ; Bats: Right • Throws: Right ; Born: January 21, 1937 in Flemingsburg, KY us ; Died: October 26, 2006 in Flemingsburg, KY.
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Bill Graham - Canadian History Ehx
Dec 17, 2021 · Born in Montreal on March 17, 1939, to Ron and Helen Graham, Graham was raised in the city, as well as Vancouver. His family was quite wealthy ...<|separator|>
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Bill Graham, a former defence and foreign affairs minister, has died
Aug 8, 2022 · Former cabinet minister Bill Graham has died. He was 83. Graham served as minister of foreign affairs under prime minister Jean Chrétien in 2002.Missing: 1993-1996 | Show results with:1993-1996
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In Memoriam: Bill Graham (1939-2022) | University of Toronto
Aug 9, 2022 · Trinity College Chancellor William C. Graham was a lawyer, professor and widely respected politician. He leaves behind a legacy of exceptional leadership.Missing: 1931 died 21
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Obituary information for William C. Graham - Humphrey Funeral Home
Sep 25, 2022 · Chair, Standing Committee of the House of Commons on Foreign Affairs and International Trade 1995-2002. Minister of Foreign Affairs 2002-2004.
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William C. Graham - Canadian International Council
... Bill Graham served as Minister of Foreign Affairs from January 2002 until July 2004 and Minister of National Defence from July 2004 until January 2006. In ...Missing: 1993-1996 | Show results with:1993-1996
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Bill Graham, ex-interim Liberal leader and post-9/11 foreign affairs ...
Bill Graham, who served as foreign affairs minister when Canada decided against joining the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, has died. ...Missing: 1993-1996 | Show results with:1993-1996
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Bill Graham as Interim Liberal Leader | The Canadian Encyclopedia
Oct 13, 2006 · Actually, there is such a figure: Toronto MP Bill Graham, but he took himself out of contention by accepting the job of interim Liberal leader.
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[PDF] CANADA AND NATO: AN ALLIANCE FORGED IN STRENGTH AND ...
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of National Defence, the. Honourable Bill Graham, recounted that – in the 1990s – Russian officials had ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Graham tempers criticism of U.S. - The Globe and Mail
Sep 10, 2002 · Mr. Graham cut a barbed line from a speech he delivered at the United Nations that warned Washington it could lose the trust of other countries ...
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Correcting the record on Bill Graham and the Iraq War
Aug 22, 2022 · Bill Graham, former Canadian defence and foreign affairs minister, died at the age of 83 on August 8. With the recent death of former Liberal ...
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Bill Graham (Ohio)
### Summary of Bill Graham (Ohio) from Ballotpedia
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DA to seek indictment in Lincoln Heights murder - rrdailyherald.com
HALIFAX - Halifax County District Attorney Bill Graham said his office will present a bill of indictment for first-degree murder in a fatal shooting that ...
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Former Gov. Pat McCrory presents Graham with Order of the Long ...
Feb 18, 2017 · ... Bill Graham for the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, former Gov. Pat ... In 1991, Graham was hired as an assistant district attorney. In ...
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About Us | Law Office of Geoffrey P Davis
Geoffrey promptly passed the North Carolina State Bar Exam and returned to Halifax County, where he was hired by District Attorney Bill Graham as an assistant ...
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Graham to announce candidacy for 2008 N.C. governor's race
Dec 23, 2021 · The Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Bill Graham, who raised his profile over the past year by railing against high taxes and illegal ...
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On The Outside, Looking In - Carolina Journal
Mar 25, 2008 · RALEIGH – Bill Graham, the Salisbury lawyer and businessman running for the Republican nomination for North Carolina governor, is a smart man.
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North Carolina Races - Sabato's Crystal Ball - UVA Center for Politics
Anti-gas tax crusader Bill Graham, former ten-year NC Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr, and state senator Fred Smith have all launched campaigns for the ...
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Deep-pocketed Republican announces another run for NC governor
Oct 18, 2023 · Veteran North Carolina trial lawyer Bill Graham has entered the Republican primary campaign for governor, pledging to spend millions in ...Missing: politician | Show results with:politician
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Bill Graham launches first TV ad with call for death penalty for drug ...
Oct 24, 2023 · David N. Bass ... Bill Graham, an attorney from Salisbury, announces that he is running for the 2024 GOP nomination for North Carolina governor.
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Bill Graham (North Carolina)
### Summary of Bill Graham (North Carolina) from Ballotpedia
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In short period, Graham makes small gain in NC governor's race
Nov 15, 2023 · Cut to North Carolina Republican Bill Graham. The former prosecutor ... “Bill Graham is pro-life and Bill Graham feels like the legislature has ...