Sadiq Khan

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Sadiq Khan born?October 8, 1970
2. Where was Sadiq Khan born?London, England
3. What is the political affiliation?Labour Party
4. What is the academic background?Law degree from the University of North London
5. Who is Sadiq Khan?Sadiq Khan is the Mayor of London. He helps make the city run smoothly and fairly for everyone.
6. What did Sadiq Khan do before he became mayor?Before becoming mayor, he worked as a human rights lawyer. He also served as a councillor and a Member of Parliament.

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