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Crystal Peoples-Stokes
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| Majority Leader of the New York State Assembly | |
| Assumed office December 17, 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Joseph Morelle |
| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 141st district |
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| Assumed office January 1, 2003 |
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| Preceded by | Arthur Eve |
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| Born | December 22, 1951 Buffalo, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | 1 |
| Education | Buffalo State College (BS, MS) |
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Crystal Peoples-Stokes is an important politician from New York. She was born on December 22, 1951. She represents a part of New York called Assembly District 141. This area includes the city of Buffalo in Erie County. Right now, she is the Majority Leader of the New York State Assembly. This means she is a very important leader in the state government.
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Education and Early Life
Crystal Peoples-Stokes went to Buffalo State College. She studied to become a teacher. She earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in elementary education. She also earned a master's degree, which helped her work with students.
Political Career
Serving Erie County
Before working for the state, Crystal Peoples-Stokes was part of the Erie County Legislature. She represented the 7th District. She served in this role from 1993 to 2002.
Joining the State Assembly
In 2000, Peoples-Stokes ran for a seat in the State Assembly. She challenged the person who held the seat before her, Arthur O. Eve. This election was a very close race. Even though she didn't win that time, her campaign helped more people vote.
Peoples-Stokes was elected to the New York State Assembly in November 2002. This happened after Arthur Eve retired. She ran for re-election in November 2008 and November 2010. She won both times without anyone running against her.
Becoming Majority Leader
On December 17, 2018, Crystal Peoples-Stokes was chosen for a big leadership role. She became the Majority Leader of the New York State Assembly. This was a historic moment. She was the first woman and the first African American to hold this important position.
Role in Presidential Election
In the 2020 United States presidential election, Peoples-Stokes had another important role. She served as an alternate elector. Electors are people who officially cast votes for president. She stepped in to replace another elector during that election.
Personal Life
Crystal Peoples-Stokes lives in Buffalo, New York. She lives with her daughter, Rashaun. She also lives with her grandson, Kaleb Malik.
