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Also Known As Shirley Anita St. Hill
Born November 30, 1924 • New York City • New York
Died January 1, 2005 (aged 80) • Ormond Beach • Florida
Title / Office House of Representatives (1969-1983), United States
Founder National Women’s Political Caucus
Political Affiliation Democratic Party
Awards And Honors Presidential Medal of Freedom (2015)

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