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Annette M. Robinson
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| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 56th district |
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| In office February 22, 2002 – December 31, 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Albert Vann |
| Succeeded by | Tremaine Wright |
| Member of the New York City Council from the 36th district |
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| In office January 1, 1992 – December 31, 2001 |
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| Preceded by | New district |
| Succeeded by | Albert Vann |
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| Born | May 24, 1940 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | William Robinson |
| Children | 6 |
| Alma mater | Southern New Hampshire University (B.S., M.S.) |
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Annette Robinson is a well-known politician who served in the New York State Assembly. She was a representative for the 56th district from 2002 to 2016. This district includes parts of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Crown Heights, and Bushwick in Brooklyn. Before that, she was a member of the New York City Council.
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About Annette Robinson
Early Life and Education
Annette Marie Robinson was born in Harlem, New York. She grew up in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. As a child, she was very involved in her local Catholic community. She also loved to dance and performed at the Brooklyn Academy of Music when she was only 8 years old. Later, she went to New Hampshire College, which is now called Southern New Hampshire University. She earned both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from there.
Her Political Journey
Annette Robinson's career in politics started in 1977. She was first elected to the Community School Board District 16. This was her first step into public service.
After that, she worked for the New York City Comptroller, Harrison J. Goldin. She served three terms as a Coordinator and Liaison. She also worked as a District Director for U.S. Congressman Major R. Owens.
In 1991, she was elected to the New York City Council. She represented the Bedford-Stuyvesant area. She served on the City Council until 2000.
Moving to the State Assembly
Because of term limits, Annette Robinson could not run for the City Council again in 2000. However, she was chosen in a special election in 2002 to join the New York State Assembly. She won this election with more than 90% of the votes.
She also served as the District Leader and State Committeewoman for the 56th Assembly District. Her office was located at Restoration Plaza, in the same space that was once used by the famous politician Shirley Chisholm.
Retirement and Legacy
Annette Robinson announced in 2016 that she would be retiring from the State Assembly. On April 16, 2016, she officially supported Tremaine Wright to take her place. This endorsement happened at Tremaine Wright's campaign announcement. Robinson said she was proud to "pass the torch" to her successor.
Even after retiring from the Assembly, she continued to be active in politics. She remained the female Democratic District leader for the 56th Assembly district. She also became the Vice Chair of the Kings County Democratic Party. This made her the second most powerful person in the party, after the Party Boss, Frank Seddio.
Other Activities
Besides her work in the New York Assembly, Annette Robinson is also the Vice-Chairwoman of the New York State Council of Black Elected Democrats. This group helps support and connect Black elected officials in New York State.
