Don Samuels
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Don Samuels (born May 13, 1949)[1] is an American politician and activist, who served as a member of the Minneapolis City Council from 2003 to 2014. A member of the Democratic Party, Samuels came to national attention as a candidate for the DFL nomination for Minnesota's 5th congressional district, for which he placed an unexpectedly close second to incumbent Ilhan Omar in the 2022 primary.
Quick Facts Member of the Minneapolis City Council, Preceded by ...
Don Samuels | |
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Member of the Minneapolis City Council | |
In office February 14, 2003 – January 6, 2014 | |
Preceded by | Joe Biernat |
Succeeded by | Blong Yang |
Constituency | 3rd ward (2003–2006) 5th ward (2006–2014) |
Personal details | |
Born | (1949-05-13) May 13, 1949 (age 75)[1] Jamaica |
Political party | Democratic |
Education | Pratt Institute (BS) Luther Seminary (MDiv) |
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