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Also Known As David Norman Dinkins
Born July 10, 1927 • Trenton • New Jersey
Died November 23, 2020 (aged 93) • New York City • New York
Political Affiliation Democratic Party

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Mayor David Dinkins wearing a dark tuxedo and bow tie, standing in front of a tan backdrop with text and logo.
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