Kenneth Cockrel Sr.
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Kenneth Vern "Ken" Cockrel Sr. (November 5, 1938 – April 25, 1989) was an American politician, prominent attorney, and revolutionary, community organizer, from the city of Detroit. Cockrel served as a member of Detroit's Common Council, from his swearing-in in 1978 until 1982. In addition to winning major cases representing poor and working class Detroiters, Cockrel rose to political prominence as he helped organize social and political movements, including the League of Revolutionary Black Workers and other radical black, Marxist formations.[1][2]
Quick Facts Member of the Detroit Common Council, Preceded by ...
Kenneth Cockrel Sr. | |
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Member of the Detroit Common Council | |
In office 1978–1982 | |
Preceded by | Carl Levin |
Succeeded by | Mel Ravitz |
Personal details | |
Born | Kenneth Vern Cockrel, Sr. (1938-11-05)November 5, 1938 Royal Oak Township, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | April 25, 1989(1989-04-25) (aged 50) Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Sheila Cockrel |
Children | 2 |
Residence(s) | Detroit, Michigan |
Alma mater | Wayne State University |
Profession | Lawyer, Community Organizer, Revolutionary, Politician |
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