Juanita Watkins


Juanita Watkins is a former member of the Michigan House of Representatives.

Early life

Watkins was born on May 11, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois.

Education

Watkins graduated from Wendell Phillips High School. Later, she graduated from Wayne State University's Labor School.

Career

In 1976, Watkins was defeated in the Democratic primary for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the 20th district. On November 7, 1978, Watkins was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where she represented the 20th district from January 10, 1979 to December 31, 1982. On November 2, 1982, Watkins was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where she represented the 16th district from January 12, 1983 to December 31, 1990. In 1984, Watkins served as a delegate to Democratic National Convention from Michigan. In 1990, Watkins was defeated in the primary for the position of United States Representative from Michigan 13th District. In 1976, Watkins was defeated in the primary for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the 13th district.

Personal life

Watkins had four children. Watkins is a member of the NAACP.