Eva Clayton

Eva McPherson Clayton (born September 16, 1934) is an American Democratic politician. When she was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1992, Clayton became the first African American to represent North Carolina in the House since 1898.[1] She retired from politics in 2003.

Eva Clayton
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from North Carolina's 1st district
In office
November 3, 1992 – January 3, 2003
Preceded byWalter B. Jones Sr.
Succeeded byFrank Ballance
Personal details
Born
Eva McPherson

(1934-09-16) September 16, 1934 (age 90)
Savannah, Georgia, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Theaoseus Clayton
EducationJohnson C. Smith University (BS)
North Carolina Central University (MS)

References

  1. "CLAYTON, Eva M." History, Art, and Archives United States House of Representatives. US House of Representatives. Retrieved 24 January 2017.