Keith Maurice Ellison
Attorney General of Minnesota
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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American painter and sculptor
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August 4th, 1945 80 years ago
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August 4th, 1871 154 years ago
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Pope during the year 1590
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August 4th, 1521 504 years ago
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August 4th, 1946 79 years ago
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