Which American Republican politician began their political career first: Michael Clifton Burgess or Richard Keith Armey?
Michael C. Burgess Michael Clifton Burgess (born December 23, 1950) is a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives representing  's 26 congressional district . In 2002, he defeated Scott Armey, the son of House Majority Leader and then-U.S. Representative Dick Armey, in a primary runoff election. Prior to his election, he practiced as a doctor of obstetrics and gynecology.
William Foushee William Foushee, Sr. (October 26, 1749 – August 21, 1824) was an American physician, politician, and socialite. After serving with distinction as a surgeon in the American Revolution, he entered into local Virginia politics, notably serving as the first Mayor of Richmond. He went on to become a political, social, and commercial leader in Richmond for the next half century of his life.