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(Politician) John Conyers Jr. was a prominent American politician known for his over 50 years of service as a U.S. representative from Michigan. He played a significant role in the civil rights movement and was a co-founder of the Congressional Black Caucus. Conyers was recognized for his progressive stances, advocating for policies like single-payer healthcare and reparations for African American descendants of slavery. He held important roles in congressional committees and was the dean of the House of Representatives. Conyers resigned from Congress in 2017 amidst allegations of sexual harassment and misuse of taxpayer funds.
