Bennett McVey Stewart
(1912-1988)
Illinois
Democrat
Representative
96th Congress (1979-1981)
Congressman Bennett Stewart represented Illinois’ 1st Congressional District during the 96th Congress (1979-1981). Stewart was an educator, alderman, and Chicago City Council member throughout his career. He was very active in the state and national Democratic party, holding various positions. Stewart received a bachelor’s degree from Miles College.