Former State Senator Priscilla Dunn, a respected Democrat from Birmingham, passed away at the age of 80 on Tuesday. Dunn, who served in the Legislature for over two decades, was remembered by colleagues like Sen. Bobby Singleton for her dedication to education and women’s issues. Even as she battled health issues in her last years in office, Dunn remained a respected figure known for speaking her mind on important matters.
Dunn represented Senate District 19 from 2009 to 2022 and previously served in the Alabama House from 1998 to 2009. U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell paid tribute to Dunn on Twitter, calling her a trailblazer for Black women in elected office. Dunn is survived by her husband and daughter, Karen Dunn Burks, who serves as the Jefferson County Circuit Clerk.
Funeral details were not immediately available at the time of reporting. Dunn’s passing has left a void in Alabama politics, with both Democrats and Republicans acknowledging her impact and influence during her time in office. As a respected and passionate advocate for important issues, Dunn’s legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of those who knew her and worked alongside her.
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