Calvin Giles

Calvin L. Giles is an Illinois state politician. He was a Democratic member of the Illinois [House of Representatives] representing the 8th district from 1993 until 2007. Calvin replaced Robert LeFlore who died in 1993.

Early life

Giles earned his bachelor's degree in management from Northeastern Illinois University. He is also a landscape designer.

State representative

As a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Giles was on five committees: Elementary and Secondary Education, Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Tourism and Conventions, and Committee of the Whole. He was defeated for re-election in the Democratic primary on March 21, 2006, by LaShawn Ford.

Personal life

Giles and his wife, Tracey, have one child.