James Claude Wright Jr. (December 22, 1922 – May 6, 2015) was an American politician who served as the 48th speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1987 to 1989. He represented Texas' 12th congressional district as a Democrat from 1955 to 1989.

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Politicians

Most Influential Speakers of the House, Ever

18 candidates · 0 votes · vote on the order