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Born
1938
Era
1976 — Present
Origin
Compton, CA
Known For
U.S. Representative, civil-rights leader
Has represented California's 43rd Congressional District (which includes parts of Compton) since 1991. A relentless voice for working-class Black Americans, financial-system reform, and the Congressional Black Caucus.
Notable Achievements
Chair of the House Financial Services Committee
Founder of the Congressional Black Caucus PAC
Spirit of Democracy Award, 1992