Carl, Janet (1948-)
Dates
- Existence: 1948-
Biography
Janet Carl was born February 24, 1948 in Atlantic, Iowa. She graduated from the University of Iowa and worked as an administrator and writing instructor at Grinnell College. In 1981, she was elected as a Democrat to the Iowa House, representing District 71 (parts of Poweshiek, Iowa, Benton, and Tama counties) from 1981-1983 and District 53 (Poweshiek and parts of Iowa counties) from 1983-1987.
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
A Political Dialogue: Iowa's Women Legislators oral histories
Interviews with Iowa women legislators conducted by Suzanne O'Dea Schenken.
Audio recording, August 19, 2020
Audio recording of a tribute to Iowa state legislator JoAnn Orr composed and read by her friend and fellow legislator Janet Carl; summarizes Orr's personal biography, community service, and political career.
Audio recording, August 19, 2020
Audio recording of an interview with Iowa state legislator Janet Carl about her legislative service, the women's caucus in the Iowa legislature, and advice for other women running for office.
Transcript, August 19, 2020
Transcript of a tribute to Iowa state legislator JoAnn Orr composed and read by her friend and fellow legislator Janet Carl; summarizes Orr's personal biography, community service, and political career.
Transcript, August 19, 2020
Transcript of an interview with Iowa state legislator Janet Carl about her legislative service, the women's caucus in the Iowa legislature, and advice for other women running for office.
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