William R. “Bo” Brown was born on November 8, 1949. He is an American politician who is currently serving as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives from the 70th district. He was elected in November 2019 and assumed office on January 7, 2020.
Education: Brown earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Tennessee State University and a Master of Public Policy and Administration from Jackson State University. He also attended Santa Clara University as a postgraduate.
Career: Brown’s career has been diverse and impactful. From 1967 to 1971, he worked as a teacher and coach in the Jackson Public School District. He later served as a community relations specialist for the United States Department of Justice. From 1972 to 1983, he was a program manager at the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
He was a radio broadcaster for WOKJ and WKXI-FM before becoming an insurance agent at New York Life. Brown has since worked as a financial representative for the Modern Woodmen of America and served as a member of the Jackson City Council.
Political Career: Brown was elected to the Mississippi House of Representatives in November 2019 and assumed office on January 7, 2020. He represents the 70th district and is a member of the Democratic Party. His current term ends on January 4, 2028.
