Lamin Swann
American politician and businessman (1977–2023)
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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 | |
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| 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) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | University of Kentucky |
Background
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
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
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]
