Jeanette Williams
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This article is about the American politician and activist. For the American photographer, see Jennette Williams.
Alice Jeanette Williams (June 11, 1914 – October 24, 2008), née Alice Jeanette Klemptner, was an American politician and human and women's rights activist from Seattle, Washington. She served on the Seattle City Council from 1969 to 1989. In 1962, she became the first woman to head the King County Democrats as well as any major political party in a large metropolitan area in the United States.
Quick Facts Seattle City Council Member, Succeeded by ...
Jeanette Williams | |
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Seattle City Council Member | |
In office 1969–1989 | |
Succeeded by | Cheryl Chow |
President of the Seattle City Council | |
In office January 3, 1982 – January 3, 1984 | |
Preceded by | Paul Kraabel |
Succeeded by | Norm Rice |
Personal details | |
Born | (1914-06-11)June 11, 1914 Seattle, Washington |
Died | October 24, 2008(2008-10-24) (aged 94) Seattle, Washington |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | David Williams |
Alma mater | University of Washington, American Conservatory of Music |
Profession | Politician, Activist, Musician |
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