born 1946
Jodi Rell is an American politician who served as the 89th governor of Connecticut from 2004 to 2011. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first woman to hold the office in the state and is known for her work on education reform and budget issues during her tenure. Prior to becoming governor, Rell served as the lieutenant governor of Connecticut from 2004 until she ascended to the governorship following the resignation of Governor John Rowland.