Residence: Lexington

Marital Status: Married (Jane)

Prev. Occupation: Attorney

Prev. Political Exp.: KY House, 1975-79; KY Attorney General, 1979-1983; KY Lt. Governor, 1983-1987

Military: USAR, 1969-75

Education: BA University of Kentucky, 1966; JD University of Kentucky, 1968

Birthdate: 09/21/1944

Birthplace: Dawson Springs, KY

Religion: Christian

Percentage in Last Election: 59%

Major Opponent: Ernie Fletcher