James R. Roebuck, Jr.

James R. Roebuck, Jr.

Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 188th district
In office April 15, 1985 – present

Born	February 12, 1945 (1945-02-12) (age 63) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Cheryl Arrington
Residence	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alma mater	Virginia Union University, University of Virginia
Profession	educator
Religion	Baptist

James R. Roebuck, Jr. (born February 12, 1945) is a Democratic politician who represents the 188th Legislative District (West Philadelphia) in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He was first elected in 1984 and has been re-elected 11 times.

Roebuck is a 1963 graduate of Central High School. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1966 from Virginia Union University. He earned a Ph.D. in 1977 from University of Virginia.