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Bobby L. Rush

Former US House of Representatives - Illinois-1

District 1, Illinois

Bobby L. Rush is an experienced American politician, civil rights leader, and ordained minister. Born in 1946 in Albany, Georgia, he has spent decades serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois' 1st congressional district since 1993. Rush notably co-founded the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party in the late 1960s, playing a significant role in the civil rights movement. As a member of the Democratic Party, his political career has focused on advocating for civil liberties, economic development, and social change. Over his long tenured career, Rush has had significant influence in health care legislation, renewable energy policies, and telecommunications advancements.