William David Ford
1927–2004 (age 77)
U.S. Representative
Biography
William David Ford championed labor rights and economic opportunity throughout his long tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives, drawing on his roots in Michigan to defend working families. He sat on key committees shaping transportation, education, and industrial policy during years of change.
Ford remained a passionate advocate for public education and community health even after retirement, mentoring rising public servants and volunteering locally. His contributions reflected a belief that government can be a force for fairness.