Rafael Hernández Colón

 is a Popular Democratic Party (PPD) Lawyer and former Governor of Puerto Rico
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Born: Oct 24, 1936
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Lawyer, politician, and former Governor of Puerto Rico.


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Carlos Romero-Barceló is a rival of Rafael Hernández Colón
Opponents for three gubernatorial race from 1976, 1980, and 1984.

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Background

  • BA, Political Science, Johns Hopkins University.
  • JD, University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras.

Professional Positions

  • Secretary of Justice, 1965-1969.
  • Member of the Puerto Rico Senate and President of the Senate, 1969-1973.
  • Governor of Puerto Rico, 1973-1977.
  • Unsuccessful bid for a second term as Governor in 1976 and 1980. Losing to Carlos Romero Barceló both times.
  • Successfully defeated Carlos Romero Barceló to become Governor of Puerto Rico, 1985-1989
  • Successfully won reelection to be Governor of Puerto Rico, 1989-1993.

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