Gratitude is born in hearts that take time to count up past mercies.

—Charles E. Jefferson

About Charles E. Jefferson

Charles E. Jefferson (March 31, 1945 – January 10, 2025) was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing 67th District from April 2001 to July 2014. He served as Assistant Majority Leader. He resigned from the Illinois House of Representatives July...

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