Calvin Giles

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Calvin L. Giles (born July 10, 1962) is an Illinois state politician. He was a Democratic Party state representative in the Illinois State Representative representing the 8th district from 1993 until 2007.

Contents 1 Early life 2 State Representative 3 Personal life 4 References

[edit] Early life

Giles earned his bachelor's degree in management from Northeastern Illinois University. He is also a landscape designer.

[edit] State Representative

As a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Giles was on five committees: Elementary and Secondary Education (Chairperson), Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Tourism and Conventions, and Committee of the Whole. He was defeated for re-election in the Democratic primary on March 21, 2006 by LaShawn Ford.

[edit] Personal life

Giles and his wife, Tracey, have one child.

[edit] References

• Illinois General Assembly – Representative Calvin L. Giles (D), 8th District
• Illinois House Resolution HR1585 – Honors Illinois State Representative Calvin Giles on his hard work and dedication to the people of the State of Illinois – January 9, 2007
• Chicago Tribune, October 13, 2004. Choices for the legislature. Newspaper endorses Green Party candidate Julie Samuels in Samuels' district.
• Illinois State Board of Elections – Candidate Detail: Calvin L. Giles