About Charles Chew
Lived 1922 – 1986 (aged 63). Charles Chew was an American politician.
Charles Chew Jr. (October 9, 1922 – July 3, 1986) was an American politician in Illinois. He served in the Illinois Senate from 1967 to 1986.
Born in Greenville, Mississippi, Chew served in the United States Navy during World War II. He went to Tuskegee University and Harvard University. Chew served on the Chicago City Council and was a Democrat. He worked as an administrative assistant in community relations in the Cook County Sheriff office. Chew served in the Illinois Senate from 1967 until his death in 1986. He led the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus alongside Carol Moseley Braun. Chew died in a hospital in Chicago, Illinois from throat cancer.
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Who was Charles Chew?
American politician (1922-1986)
When was Charles Chew born?
Charles Chew was born on 9 October 1922.
When did Charles Chew die?
Charles Chew died on 3 July 1986.
What was Charles Chew's occupation?
Charles Chew was a politician.
What nationality was Charles Chew?
Charles Chew was American.
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