James Meeks

Politician

Birthday August 4, 1948

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Illinois

Age 75 years old

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About

Former Democratic member of the Illinois Senate, who represented the 15th district from 2003 to 2013. He is a strong advocate against same-sex marriage in Illinois.

Before Fame

He earned a degree in Religion and Philosophy from Bishop College in Dallas, Texas.

Trivia

He is a baptist minister and founder of Salem Baptist Church, a megachurch in Chicago that has over 20,000 members.

Family Life

He has four children with his wife Jamell.

Associated With

He had a contentious relationship with former Governor Rod Blagojevich and was one of the first people to call for his impeachment.