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Earl Hilliard
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's 7th district |
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| In office January 3, 1993 – January 3, 2003 |
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| Preceded by | Claude Harris Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Artur Davis |
| Member of the Alabama Senate | |
| In office September 3, 1980 – January 3, 1993 |
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| Preceded by | U. W. Clemon |
| Succeeded by | Sundra Escott |
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| Member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 45th district |
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| In office November 6, 1974 – September 3, 1980 |
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| Preceded by | None (district established) |
| Succeeded by | Sundra Escott |
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Earl Frederick Hilliard
April 9, 1942 Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
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Earl Frederick Hilliard (born April 9, 1942) is an American politician from Alabama. He is known for serving in the United States House of Representatives. This is part of the U.S. government that makes national laws. He also served in the state government of Alabama. His son, Earl Hilliard Jr., is also a politician.
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Early Life and Education
Earl Hilliard was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He went to Western-Olin High School in Birmingham. After high school, he attended Morehouse College. He earned a bachelor's degree there in 1964.
He continued his education at Howard University School of Law. He earned a law degree in 1967. Later, he received a master's degree in business from Atlanta University in 1970.
Political Career
Earl Hilliard began his political career in Alabama. He was elected to the Alabama House of Representatives in 1974. This is one part of Alabama's state legislature. He served there until 1980.
In 1980, he was elected to the Alabama Senate. This is the other part of Alabama's state legislature. He served as a state senator until 1992.
Serving in the U.S. Congress
In 1992, Hilliard was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He represented Alabama's 7th District. This district included parts of Birmingham and Montgomery.
He made history by becoming the first African American from Alabama to serve in Congress since 1877. That was when Jeremiah Haralson was in office. Hilliard served five terms in Congress, from 1993 to 2003.
Later Elections
In 2000, Hilliard faced a challenge from Artur Davis in the Democratic primary election. Hilliard won that election.
Davis challenged Hilliard again in 2002. The boundaries of the 7th District had changed. This time, Davis won the election.
Other Activities
Earl Hilliard is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. He also serves on the board of the Congressional Black Caucus Institute. This group works to support African American members of Congress.
His son, Earl Hilliard Jr., followed in his footsteps. He served in the Alabama House of Representatives. He also ran for Congress in 2010.
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