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Also Known As Elizabeth Lynne Cheney Perry
Born July 28, 1966 (age 58) • Madison • Wisconsin
Title / Office House of Representatives (2017-2023), United States
Political Affiliation Republican Party
Notable Family Members father Dick Cheney

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