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1970 - Death of Congressman William Levi Dawson

William L. Dawson, a trailblazing African American politician, passed away on this day in 1970. He represented Chicago, Illinois in the U.S. House of Representatives for over 27 years (from 1943 to 1970), making him one of the most influential Black lawmakers of his time.

Dawson was:

  • The first African American to chair a standing committee in Congress (Government Operations Committee, 1949).
  • A key figure in Chicago’s Black political movement.
  • A powerful advocate for civil rights, veterans, and urban communities.

His long-standing service helped pave the way for future generations of Black political leadership in America.

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