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Life and Times of William Jefferson

  • Born in Lake Providence

    Born in Lake Providence

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    Life and Times of William Jefferson

  • Earned a J.D. from Harvard Law

    Earned a J.D. from Harvard Law

  • Elected to LA Senate

    Elected to LA Senate

  • Member of the US House of Representatives

    Member of the US House of Representatives

  • Ran for govenor of Louisiana

    Ran for govenor of Louisiana

  • Sentenced to 13 years for bribery

    Sentenced to 13 years for bribery