Thelma Drake

American politician and legislator

Thelma Drake - American politician and legislator
Born

November 20th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia from 2005 to 2007. Before her congressional tenure, held various positions in local Virginia government, including as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates. Actively involved in issues relating to transportation and education during time in office. After leaving Congress, continued to influence local politics through various community involvement initiatives.

Represented Virginia's 2nd congressional district

Served in the Virginia House of Delegates

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