Lamin Swann
Lamin Swann (December 2, 1977 – May 14, 2023) was an American politician and businessman who was a Democratic member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from January 2023 until his death.[1]
Lamin Swann | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from the 93rd district | |
| In office January 1, 2023 – May 14, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Norma Kirk-McCormick (redistricting) |
| Succeeded by | Adrielle Camuel |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 2, 1977 |
| Died | May 14, 2023 (aged 45) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | University of Kentucky |
Background edit
Lamin Swann was born on December 2, 1977.[2] A native of Lexington, Kentucky, he first became involved in politics at age eight, after attending a demonstration with his grandfather at the Kentucky State Capitol, advocating for Martin Luther King Jr. Day to become a recognized holiday in Kentucky.[3] He graduated from Tates Creek High School[4] and the University of Kentucky, where he studied social work and wrote for the university newspaper.[5]
Swann had cerebral palsy and had publicly discussed his experiences living with the condition.[5]
Career edit
Swann was a social worker within the Fayette County Family Court system, and founded a women's fashion label in Lexington.[5][6] He was active in civil rights protests.[3]
Swann was elected to the Kentucky House of Representatives in 2022, as the member for the 93rd district.[3][5] He introduced and supported bills to prevent discrimination in awarding Section 8 housing, protect access to abortion, and to end a state holiday of the Robert E. Lee Day.[5]
Death edit
On May 9, 2023, Swann was hospitalized for an undisclosed medical emergency. He died five days later, on May 14, at the age of 45.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann, 45, dies days after suffering medical emergency". AP News. 14 May 2023. Retrieved 12 Sep 2023.
- ^ "Representative Lamin Swann (D)". Kentucky General Assembly. Retrieved May 14, 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann, 45, dies days after suffering medical emergency". Associated Press. May 14, 2023. Retrieved May 14, 2023.
- ^ "Ky. Rep. Lamin Swann passes away after hospitalization". wkyt.com. 14 May 2023. Retrieved 16 May 2023.
- ^ a b c d e Roldan, Roberto (May 14, 2023). "Ky. Rep. Lamin Swann dies following hospitalization". WEKU. Retrieved May 14, 2023.
- ^ Niemeyer, Liam (May 14, 2023). "Rep. Lamin Swann dies after 'significant medical emergency'". Kentucky Lantern. Retrieved May 14, 2023.