Karen Freeman-Wilson
Karen Freeman-Wilson | |
|---|---|
Freeman–Wilson in 2014 | |
| 20th Mayor of Gary | |
| In office January 1, 2012 – December 31, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Rudy Clay |
| Succeeded by | Jerome Prince |
| 93rd President of the National League of Cities | |
| In office 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Mark Stodola |
| Succeeded by | Joe Buscaino |
| 40th Attorney General of Indiana | |
| In office June 8, 2000 – January 14, 2001 | |
| Governor | Frank O'Bannon |
| Preceded by | Jeff Modisett |
| Succeeded by | Steve Carter |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Karen Marie Freeman October 24, 1960 Gary, Indiana, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Carmen Wilson (m. 1982) |
| Education | Harvard University (BA, JD) |
| Profession | Attorney |
Karen Marie Freeman-Wilson (born October 24, 1960) is an American attorney, former judge, and politician who served as Indiana Attorney General from 2000 to 2001, as well as mayor of Gary, Indiana from 2012 to 2019. She has been President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League since January 2020.