A 1970 redistricting gave Wilder a predominantly African-American district, and a liberal in a conservative legislature, he worked hard and gained influence through committee chairmanships when he gained seniority.
A 1970 redistricting gave Wilder a predominantly African-American district, and a liberal in a conservative legislature, he worked hard. A 1970 redistricting gave Wilder a predominantly African-American district, and a liberal in a conservative legislature, he gained influence through committee chairmanships. He gained seniority.