Assemblyman Papan also came from the "never complain, never explain" school of politics. Dubbed "Leadfoot Lou" for his penchant for collecting speeding tickets on the road between San Francisco ...

Papan is a member of the Papan political dynasty built by Assembly “Dean” Lou Papan, who served in the legislative chamber from 1973 to 1986, then again from 1996 to 2002.

Known as “Dean of the Assembly” Papan, a Democrat who represented San Mateo County, served from 1972-1986 and again from 1996-2002. He was elected Assembly speaker pro Tempore in 1974 ...