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James T. Hargrett Jr.
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| Member of the Florida Senate from the 21st district |
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| In office January 1993 – January 2001 |
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| Preceded by | John Grant |
| Succeeded by | Les Miller |
| Member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 63rd district |
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| In office January 1983 – January 1993 |
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| Preceded by | Spud Clements |
| Succeeded by | Dean Saunders |
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| Born | July 31, 1942 Tampa, Florida, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Berlyn |
| Children | 2 |
| Residences | Tampa, Florida |
| Alma mater | Morehouse College Atlanta University |
| Occupation | Businessman |
James T. Hargrett Jr., born on July 31, 1942, is a former politician from Florida. He spent many years serving the people of Florida in the state government. He was a member of both the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate.
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A Career in Public Service
James T. Hargrett Jr. dedicated a significant part of his life to public service. He worked as a state legislator, which means he helped make laws for the state of Florida.
Serving in the House of Representatives
Mr. Hargrett first joined the Florida House of Representatives. This is one part of Florida's law-making body. He represented the 63rd district. His time in the House lasted for ten years, from 1982 to 1992.
Moving to the Florida Senate
After his time in the House, James T. Hargrett Jr. continued his work in the state government. He was elected to the Florida Senate. This is the other part of Florida's law-making body. He served in the Senate from 1992 until 2000.
Working Across Political Parties
In 1998, something interesting happened during the election for Governor. Mr. Hargrett, who was a Democrat, supported a Republican candidate named Jeb Bush. This showed that sometimes politicians from different parties can work together.
Family History
James T. Hargrett Jr. comes from a family with a history in Florida. He is a descendant of a person named Amos Hargrett.
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