Jack Scott (politician)
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Jack Scott is an American politician. He currently serves as a California State Senator, representing the 21st district.
[edit] Personal
Scott was born in Sweetwater, Texas. He received a Bachelor's degree from Abilene Christian University, a Master of Divinity degree from Yale University, and a Ph.D. degree in American history from Claremont Graduate University.
Scott and his wife, Lacreta, had five children, one of whom died in 1993. They now have ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
[edit] Career
Prior to being elected to the California Legislature, Scott served as President of Pasadena City College from 1987 to 1995 and is the first President Emeritus of the college.
Scott was elected to the California State Assembly in 1996 and later elected to the State Senate in 2000.
Currently, Scott chairs the Senate Committee on Education and Senate Budget Subcommittee on Education.
