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Born August 15, 1938, in St. Louis, MO
After her election to the California State Assembly in 1976, Maxine Waters worked on a wide range of legislation, from sex abuse prevention to corporate divestment from South Africa. Elected to the House of Representatives in 1991, Congresswoman Waters is currently serving her 17th term. She is considered one of the most powerful people in California’s political circles and a highly influential member of the Democratic party.