Roger Green

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Roger L. Green

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State House of Reps
Date of Birth June 23, 1949 (Age: 77)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Roger Green holds a triple major in Cultural Anthropology, International Affairs, and Government from Southern Illinois University. He spent decades in the New York State Assembly, where he was a key architect of civil and human rights legislation. Green established the Center for Law and Social Justice at Medgar Evers College and the New York State Martin Luther King Holiday Commission and Institute. He also played a significant role in the global struggle against apartheid and in supporting children affected by the Rwandan genocide.

Political Ideas

Roger Green's political identity is defined by his unwavering commitment to civil and human rights, combined with an unexpected blend of localized and global advocacy. His legislative record reveals a strategic alignment with diverse factions on issues like environmental regulations, hinting at a highly calculated approach to protecting regional interests. Green’s ideological positioning is further complicated by his involvement in international movements, such as the anti-apartheid struggle, which juxtaposes his domestic focus on New York's social justice landscape. His rhetorical style is deeply rooted in personal experiences and cultural narratives, making his arguments both compelling and thought-provoking.

Campaigns
2002: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

18,023 votes (72.41%)

Win
2000: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

28,206 votes (73.26%)

Win
1998: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

17,508 votes (70.18%)

Win
1996: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

21,285 votes (66.78%)

Win