Decision Maker

Donna Edwards

Former US House of Representatives - Maryland-4

District 4, Maryland

Donna Edwards is an accomplished American politician noted for her significant contributions to the Democratic Party. Born in Yanceyville, North Carolina in 1958, she made history in June 2008 when she became the first African American woman to represent Maryland in the United States House of Representatives. Edwards, who holds a Juris Doctor from Franklin Pierce Law Center, has dedicated her career to advancing policies around issues of civil rights, furthering science and technology, and improving conditions for working families. Her political acumen and voracious advocacy make her a respected figure in U.S politics.