• Source: Bobby Singleton

      • Bobby D. Singleton (born March 25, 1962) is an American politician who is currently a Democratic member of the Alabama Senate, representing the 24th District since a special election in January 2005. Previously he was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives from 2002 through 2005.


      Biography


      Born in Greensboro, Alabama, Singleton received a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Alabama State University and a J.D. from Miles Law School. He is a member of the Greenleaf Missionary Baptist Church in Greensboro. Singleton is the former chairman of the Alabama Legislative Black Caucus as well as Minority Whip of the Democratic caucus.


      Controversy


      On July 1, 2010, Singleton was arrested for blocking the entrance to Greenetrack gambling hall in Eutaw, Alabama. He was blocking members of Alabama Governor Bob Riley's Task Force on Illegal Gambling from entering the facility; which was a violation of a state Supreme Court order to re-enter and re-secure the site. Fifteen others were arrested including Greenetrack's CEO.


      References




      External links


      Alabama State Legislature: Senator Bobby Singleton - official government website
      Project Vote Smart - Senator Bobby D. Singleton (AL) profile
      Follow the Money - Bobby D. Singleton: 2006 2002 campaign contributions
      Political profile at Bama Politics

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