Louise Day Hicks
American politician and school committee member
Born
1916
109 years ago
Died
October 21st, 2003
21 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a member of the Boston School Committee from 1960 to 1967 and became its chairwoman. Advocated for policies affecting public schools during a time of significant desegregation efforts. Represented Massachusetts's 9th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1971 to 1975. Focused on education and community issues during her political tenure.
Chaired the Boston School Committee
Served in the U.S. House of Representatives
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