Jimmy D. Long Politician

Jimmy Dale Long, Sr. (born October 6, 1931), is a Democratic former member of the Louisiana House of Representatives. He represented District 23 (Winn and Natchitoches parishes) from 1968 until 2000, being the "dean" of the Louisiana House when he returned to private life. A recognized authority on educational policy, for sixteen years, he chaired the House Education Committee. Shreveport The ShreveportTimes named Long "One of the 100 Most Influential People of the 20th Century in North Louisiana." He is a member of the Long political dynasty.

Personal facts

Birth dateOctober 06, 1931
Birth place
Louisiana , Winn Parish Louisiana , Winnfield Louisiana , United States
Religion
Baptists
Residence
Louisiana , Natchitoches Parish Louisiana , Natchitoches Louisiana
Spouse
Dorothy Griffin Long
Children
Jimmy D. Long Jr.

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