Quinton Ross (politician)
Quinton T. Ross Jr. (born October 30, 1968) is an American politician who is a Democratic member of the Alabama Senate, representing the 26th District since 2002.
Quinton Ross | |
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 Quinton Ross in 2019 at Alabama State University's graduation | |
| Minority Leader of the Alabama Senate | |
| In office November 2014 – October 2, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Roger Bedford, Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Billy Beasley |
| Member of the Alabama Senate from the 26th district | |
| In office November 6, 2002 – October 2, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Charles Langford |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 30, 1968 Mobile, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | J. Kelley |
| Profession | educator |
Early life and education
Ross was born in Mobile, Alabama.[1] He received his education from the following institutions:
- MA, Education, Alabama State University
- BS, Political Science, Alabama State University
- EdD, Educational Leadership, Policy and Law, Alabama State University[1]
Career
Professional experience
Ross has had the following professional experience:
- Director, Adult Education Consortium, H. Trenholm State Technical College, present
- Principal, Booker T. Washington Magnet High School, Montgomery[1]
Political experience
He is a senator in the Alabama State Senate, 2002–present[1]
Ross was found not guilty of corruption in 2011.[2]
Current legislative committees
Ross has been a member of the following legislative committees:
- Commerce, Transportation, and Utilities, Member
- Education, Vice Chair
- Tourism and Marketing, Member
- Veterans and Military Affairs, Member[1]
Organizations
Ross has been a member for the following organizations:
- Member, Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools
- Member, Hutchinson Missionary Baptist Church
- Member, National Association of Secondary School Principals
- Member, Omega Psi Phi[1]
Personal life
Ross is married to J. Kelley, and together they have two children named Quinmari and Quinton.[1] He attends a Baptist church, which is a denomination of Christianity.[1]
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References
- "Senator Quinton T. Ross, Jr.'s Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved October 21, 2012.
- "Sen. Quinton Ross, acquitted in Alabama bingo trial, questions the prosecution's motivations". The Birmingham News. September 18, 2011.
External links
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