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Jalila Jefferson-Bullock
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| Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives for the 91st District | |
| In office 2004–2007 |
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| Preceded by | Rosalind Peychaud |
| Succeeded by | Walt Leger III |
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| Born | 1975 (age 49–50) Silver Spring, Maryland, U.S. |
| Relations | William J. Jefferson (father) |
| Alma mater | Harvard University (B.A., J.D.) University of Chicago (M.A.) |
Jalila Eshe Jefferson-Bullock was born in 1975. She is an American lawyer and politician. She served as a state representative in the Louisiana House of Representatives. She represented District 91 from 2004 to 2007.
About Jalila Jefferson-Bullock
Jalila Jefferson-Bullock is known for her work in law and politics. She represented her community in Louisiana. She won her seat in a general election. This happened after she had previously lost to Rosalind Peychaud in a special election.
Her Early Life and Education
Jalila Jefferson-Bullock grew up in New Orleans. She attended Benjamin Franklin High School there. After high school, she went to Harvard University. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.
She continued her studies at the University of Chicago. There, she received a master's degree in humanities. Later, she returned to Harvard to study law. She earned her law degree from Harvard Law School. She is also a member of the American Bar Association. This is a group for lawyers in the United States.
Her Political Career and Campaigns
Jalila Jefferson-Bullock was active in politics. In 2004, she was a delegate. This means she was chosen to represent her state at the Democratic National Convention.
In 2005, she won the election for House District 91. She served in the Louisiana House of Representatives. In 2007, she ran for a seat in the Louisiana State Senate. She wanted to represent District 5. However, she was not elected in that race.
