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William Jefferson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 19, 1946 |
|---|---|
| Age | 79 |
| Birthplace | Shreveport, Louisiana, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also William Jefferson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Serving as a U.S. Representative for Louisiana and being the subject of a federal bribery and corruption trial. |
Intro
William Jefferson is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Louisiana's 2nd congressional district from 1991 to 2009. He is notable for his involvement in a high-profile federal corruption case.
Early Life & Background
William Jennings Jefferson was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and raised in a segregated Louisiana. He attended Southern University in Baton Rouge, graduating in 1969, and later earned a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School in 1972.
Career Highlights
- Served nine terms (1991–2009) as a U.S. Representative from Louisiana's 2nd district.
- First African-American from Louisiana elected to Congress since Reconstruction.
- Convicted in 2009 on multiple counts of corruption, including bribery and racketeering.
Trivia
- Jefferson was famously found to have $90,000 in cash stored in his freezer, which became a widely publicized symbol of political corruption.
- He founded the Louisiana Democratic Caucus.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is William Jefferson?
William Jefferson is 79 years old.
When was William Jefferson born?
William Jefferson was born the 19 August 1946.
Where is William Jefferson from?
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About August 19th, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: Bill Clinton, the 42nd President of the United States, was born on August 19, 1946, in Hope, Arkansas. His presidency from 1993 to 2001 was marked by significant economic growth and various domestic and foreign policy initiatives.
- Day of the week: August 19th, 1946 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Rickety Rickshaw Man by Eddy Howard & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
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