Keith Maurice Ellison
Attorney General of Minnesota
Born
August 4th, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 30th Attorney General of Minnesota, focusing on consumer protection, civil rights, and healthcare. Previously, served in the U.S. House of Representatives representing Minnesota's 5th congressional district from 2007 to 2018, where participation in major legislation took place, including the Affordable Care Act. Helped establish the Congressional Progressive Caucus and was actively involved in various progressive causes during tenure. Worked as a lawyer specializing in civil rights law before entering politics.
Served as Attorney General of Minnesota
Represented Minnesota's 5th congressional district
Co-founded the Congressional Progressive Caucus
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