Marjorie King (Democrat) represented [the 37th] district of King County in the House of Representatives from 1965 to 1966. She was appointed to complete the deceased Ann O'Donnell's unexpired term. King is the first black woman to have served in the Washington State Legislature.

Devoted to community affairs and better government. King continue[d] to serve in Democratic leadership positions.

--Political Pioneers, The Women Lawmakers