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Tish Naghise
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| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 68th district |
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| In office January 9, 2023 – March 8, 2023 |
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| Born | 1963/1964 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Died | (aged 59) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Citizenship | Nigeria United States |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Charles |
| Children | 2 |
Letitia "Tish" Naghise (1963/1964 – March 8, 2023) was an American politician. She was a member of the Democratic Party. Tish Naghise served in the Georgia House of Representatives for District 68. She was a representative from January 2023 until her passing in March of the same year.
Her Early Life and Education
Tish Naghise was born in Atlanta, Georgia. Her family had roots in Nigeria. She loved learning and went to college. She earned an associate degree from Atlanta Metropolitan State College in 2006. Later, she got a bachelor's degree in 2010. She continued her studies and earned a graduate degree from Clayton State University in 2022.
Her Work in Politics and Community
Tish Naghise lived in Fayetteville, Georgia. She was very active in her community and in politics. She helped with Barack Obama's presidential campaigns in 2008 and 2012. She was a local team leader, helping to organize people.
In 2016, she worked for the Democratic Party of Georgia. She was a field organizer, which means she helped connect with voters. She also helped with Jon Ossoff's campaign in 2017. Tish Naghise was chosen as a delegate for Georgia in 2020. This meant she represented her state at a big political meeting.
Before becoming a state representative, Tish Naghise worked to protect the environment. She was an organizer for Georgia Conservation Voters. She also worked as a paralegal. A paralegal helps lawyers with legal work. She even co-owned a trucking company.
Her Family Life
Tish Naghise was married to Charles. They had two sons together. She passed away on March 8, 2023, in Atlanta, at the age of 59.
