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Sheldon Silver

American politician (1944-2022) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 77

Sheldon Silver was an American Democratic Party politician, attorney, and convicted felon from New York City who served as Speaker of the New York State Assembly from 1994 to 2015. A native of Manhattan's Lower East Side, Silver served in the New York State Assembly from 1977 to 2015.

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In 1994, he was elected as Speaker; he held that position for two decades. During this period, Silver was known as one of the most powerful politicians in the state.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1944 to 2022 · aged 77

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