James Langevin
James R. Langevin (born April 22, 1964) is an American politician from Rhode Island. He had represented Rhode Island's 2nd congressional district from 2001 to 2023. He is a part of the Democratic Party. He was also the Secretary of State of Rhode Island between 1995 and 2001.
Jim Langevin | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Rhode Island's 2nd district | |
In office January 3, 2001 – January 3, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Robert Weygand |
Succeeded by | Seth Magaziner |
Secretary of State of Rhode Island | |
In office January 3, 1995 – January 3, 2001 | |
Governor | Lincoln Almond |
Preceded by | Barbara Leonard |
Succeeded by | Ed Inman |
Member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives from the 29th district | |
In office January 1989 – January 1995 | |
Succeeded by | Joseph McNamara |
Personal details | |
Born | Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. | April 22, 1964
Political party | Democratic |
Education | Rhode Island College (BA) Harvard University (MPA) |
Website | House website |
Langevin is the first quadriplegic to be a part of the United States Congress. He was paralyzed after an accidental shooting.[1]
In January 2022, Langevin announced he would not run for re-election in that year's election.[2]
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Langevin at the 2017 Bristol Fourth of July Parade
References
- ↑ McCutcheon, Michael; Barone, Chuck (2013). 2014 Almanac of American Politics. The University of Chicago Press.
- ↑ "First on 10: Langevin won't seek re-election in 2022". January 18, 2022.
Other websites
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