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Elizabeth Warren

American politician and former law professor.

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American politician and former law professor.

Elizabeth Warren, a Democratic senator from Massachusetts, is known for her focus on consumer protection and economic opportunity. Before her political career, she was a prominent law professor and author. Warren's advocacy for banking regulations and establishment of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau have been notable achievements.

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1949-06-22

Elizabeth Warren's birth

Elizabeth Warren was born on June 22, 1949, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

1970

Teaching Children with Disabilities

In 1970, Elizabeth Warren taught children with disabilities for a year in a public school after obtaining a degree in speech pathology and audiology.

1976

Graduation from Rutgers Law School

In 1976, Elizabeth Warren graduated from Rutgers Law School and passed the bar examination shortly thereafter.

1980

Becoming Associate Dean at University of Houston Law Center

In 1980, Elizabeth Warren became an associate dean at the University of Houston Law Center, where she obtained tenure in 1981.

1984

Warren's contribution to Native American cookbook

In 1984, Elizabeth Warren contributed recipes to a Native American cookbook and identified herself as Cherokee, adding to the discussion about her heritage.

1987

Joining University of Pennsylvania Law School

In 1987, Elizabeth Warren joined the University of Pennsylvania Law School as a full professor and later became the William A. Schnader Professor of Commercial Law.

1995

National Bankruptcy Review Commission

In 1995, former congressman Mike Synar asked Elizabeth Warren to advise the National Bankruptcy Review Commission. Warren helped draft the commission's report and opposed legislation that aimed to restrict consumers' right to file for bankruptcy.

2004

Publication of The Two-Income Trap

In 2004, Elizabeth Warren and her daughter, Amelia Tyagi, co-authored the book 'The Two-Income Trap: Why Middle-Class Mothers and Fathers Are Going Broke'. The book highlighted the financial struggles faced by middle-class families due to increasing core expenses despite spending less on other items.

2005

Publication of Study on Bankruptcy and Medical Bills

In 2005, Elizabeth Warren and David Himmelstein published a study revealing that half of families filing for bankruptcy did so after a serious medical issue, with three-quarters having medical insurance. The study sparked policy debates and discussions on healthcare costs.

2007

Appearance in documentary film 'Maxed Out'

In 2007, Elizabeth Warren appeared in the documentary film 'Maxed Out'.

2009

Bostonian of the Year and Lelia J. Robinson Award

In 2009, The Boston Globe named Elizabeth Warren the Bostonian of the Year and the Women's Bar Association of Massachusetts honored her with the Lelia J. Robinson Award.

2010-09-17

Elizabeth Warren as Special Advisor

From September 17, 2010, to August 1, 2011, Elizabeth Warren served as a Special Advisor for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

2012-06-02

Warren wins Democratic nomination

Elizabeth Warren ran unopposed for the Democratic nomination and won it on June 2, 2012, at the state Democratic convention with a record 95.77% of the votes of delegates.

2012-09-05

Warren speaks at Democratic National Convention

Elizabeth Warren received a prime-time speaking slot at the 2012 Democratic National Convention on September 5, 2012. She positioned herself as a champion of a beleaguered middle class and criticized Wall Street CEOs.

2012-11-06

Elizabeth Warren Defeats Brown in U.S. Senate Election

On November 6, 2012, Elizabeth Warren won the U.S. Senate election in Massachusetts, defeating Scott Brown with 53.7% of the vote. This victory made her the first woman ever elected to the U.S. Senate from Massachusetts.

2013-01-03

Elizabeth Warren Assumes Office

Elizabeth Warren assumed office on January 3, 2013, serving alongside Ed Markey. She succeeded Scott Brown in this position.

2014-04

Publication of A Fighting Chance

In April 2014, Elizabeth Warren released her book 'A Fighting Chance', emphasizing the disappearing opportunities for families of modest means to achieve the American dream. The book called for a fair shot at success for hardworking families.

2017-01-06

Warren announces second term candidacy

On January 6, 2017, Elizabeth Warren announced that she would be running for a second term as a U.S. senator from Massachusetts, expressing her determination to stand against the policies of Donald Trump.

2018-09-29

Warren's Town Hall Meeting in Holyoke

On September 29, 2018, Elizabeth Warren stated at a town hall meeting in Holyoke, Massachusetts that she would consider running for president after the November 6, 2018 United States elections.

2018-11-06

Re-election to the United States Senate

Elizabeth Warren was re-elected to the United States Senate for a second term on November 6, 2018, by the people of Massachusetts.

2018-12-30

Warren's Formation of Exploratory Committee for 2016 Presidential Campaign

Elizabeth Warren announced the formation of an exploratory committee for a 2016 presidential campaign on December 30, 2018, emphasizing the need for her populist economic agenda.

2018-12-31

Formation of Warren's Exploratory Committee

On December 31, 2018, Elizabeth Warren announced the formation of an exploratory committee to run for president in the 2020 election.

2019-02-09

Formal Announcement of Elizabeth Warren's 2020 Presidential Campaign

Elizabeth Warren formally announced her 2020 presidential campaign at a rally in Lawrence, Massachusetts, at the site of the 1912 Bread and Roses Strike. This followed speculation and urging from supporters after her consideration as a top contender for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination.

2019-04-19

Elizabeth Warren calls for impeachment of President Trump

On April 19, 2019, Elizabeth Warren tweeted calling for the impeachment of President Trump, stating that elected officials should prioritize their constitutional duty over political considerations.

2019-09-17

Warren Rally at Washington Square Park

Over 20,000 people attended a Warren rally at New York City's Washington Square Park. Long lines formed with people waiting as long as four hours for selfies after her speech.

2019-10-24

Warren Leading in Polls

An October 24, 2019, Quinnipiac poll placed Elizabeth Warren in the lead with 28%, ahead of Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders.

2019-11-01

Elizabeth Warren releases detailed plan for Medicare for All

On November 1, 2019, Elizabeth Warren released a detailed plan outlining how she proposes to pay for Medicare for All, a proposal she supports along with Senator Bernie Sanders.

2019-11-22

Co-Chairs Announcement

On November 22, 2019, Reps. Ayanna Pressley, Deb Haaland, and Katie Porter were announced as co-chairs of Elizabeth Warren's campaign, all prominent members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus.

2020-01-12

Sanders Volunteer Script Controversy

On January 12, 2020, Politico published a Sanders volunteer script attacking Elizabeth Warren, breaking an agreement made in December 2018 between Warren and Bernie Sanders not to attack each other. This incident increased tensions between the two progressive senators.

2020-01-25

The Des Moines Register endorses Elizabeth Warren

On January 25, 2020, The Des Moines Register officially endorsed Elizabeth Warren for the presidency, highlighting her dedication to fighting for the American people and her energy. The newspaper believed that Warren was the right candidate for the nation at a crucial moment.

2020-02-03

Iowa caucuses results

During the Iowa caucuses held on February 3, 2020, Elizabeth Warren secured the third-place position, earning eight pledged delegates. This marked an important moment in the early stages of the Democratic primary race.

2020-02-11

New Hampshire primary results

In the New Hampshire primary on February 11, 2020, Elizabeth Warren finished fourth and did not meet the eligibility threshold to earn any delegates. This outcome impacted her standing in the presidential race.

2020-03-05

Elizabeth Warren suspends her campaign

Following disappointing results on Super Tuesday, Elizabeth Warren announced the suspension of her presidential campaign on March 5, 2020. This decision marked the end of her bid for the Democratic nomination.

2020-04-23

Death of Warren's Brother from COVID-19

On April 23, 2020, Warren announced on Twitter that her eldest brother had died of COVID-19 two days earlier.

2020-08-13

Warren as Finalist for Biden's Running Mate

On August 13, The New York Times reported that Warren was one of Biden's four finalists along with Harris, Susan Rice, and Gretchen Whitmer.

2021-10-01

Death of Warren's Brother from Cancer

On October 1, 2021, Warren announced that her brother had died of cancer.

2022-06-24

Warren's Response to Roe v. Wade Ruling

After the June 24, 2022, ruling in which the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Warren wrote a New York Times op-ed requesting that President Biden unblock 'critical resources and authority that states and the federal government can use to meet the surge in demand for reproductive health services'.

2023-03-13

Warren's Analysis of Silicon Valley Bank Collapse

On March 13, 2023, Warren presented a detailed analysis of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and provided possible solutions to avoid further bank failures, in The New York Times.

2023-12-14

Bill Introduction by Senator Warren

Senator Elizabeth Warren introduced a bill on December 14, 2023, related to health, education, labor, and pensions. The bill has 41 cosponsors and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

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