Royal L. Bolling Jr. facts for kids
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Royal Lee Bolling, Jr.
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![]() Bolling, circa 1983
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Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the[data missing] district |
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In office 1973–1986 |
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Preceded by | Franklin W. Holgate |
Succeeded by | Shirley Owens-Hicks |
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Born | May 1, 1944 |
Political party | Democratic |
Relations | Bruce Bolling (brother) |
Parent | Royal L. Bolling Sr. |
Alma mater | Boston University Suffolk University |
Royal Lee Bolling Jr. was born on May 1, 1944. He is an American businessman and a politician. He worked to represent people in the state of Massachusetts.
About Royal Lee Bolling Jr.
Royal Bolling Jr. was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He went to Dorchester High School. Later, he studied at Boston University and Suffolk University. He also worked in real estate and construction.
Serving in Government
Royal Bolling Jr. is an African-American and a member of the Democratic Party. He served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives for many years. This is a group of elected officials who make laws for the state of Massachusetts. He was a representative from 1973 to 1986.
A Family of Public Servants
Royal Bolling Jr. comes from a family that has served in government. His father, Royal L. Bolling Sr., also worked in the Massachusetts General Court. This is the name for the state legislature in Massachusetts. His brother, Bruce Bolling, was also a public servant. He served on the Boston City Council, which helps run the city of Boston.