Peggy Maxie
Peggy Maxie | |
|---|---|
 Peggy Maxie in 1973 | |
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 37th district | |
| In office 1971–1983 | |
| Succeeded by | Gary Locke |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 18, 1936 Amarillo, Texas, United States |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Occupation | counselor |
Peggy Joan Maxie (born August 18, 1936) is an American former politician in the state of Washington. Maxie was the first African-American woman elected to the Washington House of Representatives, serving the 37th district from 1971 to 1983. She was the prime sponsor the Landlord-Tenant Act in Washington State. Representing the Central District, Seattle along with parts of Capitol Hill and Downtown, she worked to preserve her district and the representation of Central District in the legislature. She was defeat in primary for her seat in 1981 by Gary Locke[1] An alumnus of Seattle University and the University of Washington, she holds Bachelor of Arts and Masters in Social Work degrees and has worked as a mental health therapist and counselor.[2][3][4]
References[]
- ^ "Peggy Joan Maxie (1936- ) •". 2 February 2009.
- ^ http://web.leg.wa.gov/WomenInTheLegislature/Members/MemberBios/MaxiePJ_1971.pdf
- ^ "Peggy Joan Maxie".
- ^ "Peggy Joan Maxie (1936- )". 2 February 2009.
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