Calvin Giles

Calvin L. Giles (born July 10, 1962) is an Illinois state politician. He was a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives representing the 8th district from 1993 until 2007. Calvin replaced Robert LeFlore who died in 1993.^[1]

Early life[]

Giles earned his bachelor's degree in management from Northeastern Illinois University. He is also a landscape designer.

State Representative[]

As a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Giles was on five committees: Elementary and Secondary Education (Chairperson), Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Tourism and Conventions, and Committee of the Whole. He was defeated for re-election in the Democratic primary on March 21, 2006, by LaShawn Ford.

Personal life[]

Giles and his wife, Tracey, have one child.

References[]

^ Pollock, James. "State Rep. LeFlore dies after a long illness; Giles named to seat". Illinois Issues. Sangamon State University. 19 (6). Retrieved May 11, 2020.

External links[]

Illinois General Assembly – Representative Calvin L. Giles (D), 8th District
Illinois House Resolution HR1585 – Honors Illinois State Representative Calvin Giles on his hard work and dedication to the people of the State of Illinois – January 9, 2007
Chicago Tribune, October 13, 2004. Choices for the legislature. Newspaper endorses Green Party candidate Julie Samuels in Samuels' district.
Illinois State Board of Elections – Candidate Detail: Calvin L. Giles

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[1] Pollock, James. "State Rep. LeFlore dies after a long illness; Giles named to seat". Illinois Issues. Sangamon State University. 19 (6). Retrieved May 11, 2020.

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