Mangers was a member of the California State Assembly for the 73rd district from Orange County from 1974 to 1980.

He ultimately lost re-election to Nolan Frizzelle.

After leaving elected office, Mangers worked as a lobbyist.

[1] Mangers is married to Michael Sestak and has two children from his previous relationship with Linda Axenty.

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