James Evans (Mississippi politician)

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James Evans
Member of the MississippiHouseofRepresentatives
from the 70th district
In office
1992–2016
Preceded by Kathy Sykes
Personal details
Born (1950-10-13) October 13, 1950 (age 69)
Newton, Mississippi, United States
Political party Democratic
Profession Minister

James Evans (born October 13, 1950) is an American politician. He is a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives from the 70th District, being first elected in 1991. He is a member of the Democratic party. [1]

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References

  1. "James Evans". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved April 23, 2015.