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Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

b. 1954

Politician, Democrat member of the Texas House of Representatives

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About Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

Born 1954. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins is an American politician.

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (née Gervin; born April 3, 1954) is an American politician. She is a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives, representing the 120th District. She defeated incumbent Laura Thompson, an independent, in the November 2016 general election.

Biography Gervin-Hawkins was raised in Michigan by a single mother of six. She graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 1975 with a degree in accounting. Her first job was at the Ford Motor Company. She moved to San Antonio, Texas, after her brother, professional basketball player George Gervin, who played for the NBA's San Antonio Spurs, hired her as his personal accountant. In 1991, the siblings founded the George Gervin Youth Center in San Antonio.

Gervin-Hawkins was married to Robert Hawkins, a professional basketball player.

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Important facts

Born
3 April 1954
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Positions held
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
Also known as
Barbara Gervin Hawkins

People in Barbara Gervin-Hawkins's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

Portrait of George Gervin
George Gervin
b. 1952
Basketball player
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Barbara
1930 – 1997
Film actor
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Laura Thompson
b. 1987
Sport cyclist
 Portrait of Robert Hawkins
Robert Hawkins
1954 – 1993
Basketball player

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Barbara Gervin-Hawkins?

politician, Democrat member of the Texas House of Representatives

When was Barbara Gervin-Hawkins born?

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins was born on 3 April 1954.

What is Barbara Gervin-Hawkins's occupation?

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins is a politician.

What nationality is Barbara Gervin-Hawkins?

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

· Wikidata: Q28228796

· DBpedia: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

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