Representative Franklin Cooke

Franklin D. Cooke Jr. was born on July 21, 1958, in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S. He is an American politician and a member of the Democratic party. He represents District 16 in the Delaware House of Representatives.

Cooke was elected in the general election on November 6, 2018, winning a significant 85 percent of the vote over Republican candidate Albert Ament. This victory marked the beginning of his political career as a state representative.

Before his election, Cooke served as a police officer for New Castle County. Notably, he was the first African-American mounted officer in the department. His career in law enforcement has undoubtedly shaped his perspective and approach to his role as a state representative.

In his role as a state representative, Cooke has been a part of several committees. He has served on the Corrections, Housing & Community Affairs, Judiciary, Labor, and Veterans Affairs committees. He was also selected to be the vice-chair of the Public Safety & Homeland Security committee.

Throughout his tenure, Cooke’s work has been about community, taking action, and results with resolve. Since his election, he has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for his community and the people of Delaware. His dedication to his constituents and his commitment to public service are evident in his work.