Louise Day Hicks

American politician and school committee member

Louise Day Hicks - Leaders & Politicians born 1916
Born

1916
110 years ago

Died
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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