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Earl Harris Jr.
Representative Earl Harris.jpg
Member of the Indiana House of Representatives
from the 2nd district
Assumed office
November 9, 2016
Preceded by Donna Harris
Personal details
Political party Democratic
Relations Earl Harris (father)
Donna Harris (mother)
Education Indiana University Bloomington (BA)
Ball State University (MA)

Earl J. Harris Jr. is a politician from the United States. He works as a representative in the Indiana House of Representatives. He represents the 2nd district. He started this job on November 9, 2016.

About Earl Harris Jr.

Early Life and Learning

Earl Harris Jr. grew up in East Chicago, Indiana. He went to college at Indiana University Bloomington. There, he earned a degree in telecommunications. Later, he studied at Ball State University. He earned a master's degree in telecommunications and digital storytelling.

His Career and Public Service

Before becoming a politician, Earl Harris Jr. worked in television. He was a producer for channels like Fox Sports Midwest and PBS. He also led a group called the Educational Television Cooperative.

Later, he started his own company, Motivation Media. This company helps create marketing and communication materials.

In November 2016, Earl Harris Jr. was elected to the Indiana House of Representatives. This is where laws are made for the state of Indiana. He also helps lead the Democratic party in the House. He is the assistant Democratic floor leader. He is also the vice chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus.

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