Calvin L. Giles (born July 10, 1962) is an Illinois state politician. He was a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives representing the 8th district from 1993 until 2007. Calvin replaced Robert LeFlore who died in 1993.[1]

Calvin Giles
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
In office
1993–2007
Personal details
Born (1962-07-10) July 10, 1962 (age 62)
Political partyDemocratic Party
OccupationPolitician

Early life

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Giles earned his bachelor's degree in management from Northeastern Illinois University. He is also a landscape designer.

State representative

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As a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Giles was on five committees: Elementary and Secondary Education (Chairperson), Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Tourism and Conventions, and Committee of the Whole. He was defeated for re-election in the Democratic primary on March 21, 2006, by LaShawn Ford.

Personal life

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Giles and his wife, Tracey, have one child.

References

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  1. ^ Pollock, James. "State Rep. LeFlore dies after a long illness; Giles named to seat". Illinois Issues. 19 (6). Sangamon State University. Retrieved May 11, 2020.
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