Childhood and Education Journey of Adam Schiff in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Adam Schiff, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Adam Schiff is an American politician and lawyer, currently serving as a U.S. Senator for California since 2024. A Democrat, he previously served twelve terms in the U.S. House of Representatives (2001-2024) and as a California State Senator (1996-2000).

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

June 22, 1960: Adam Schiff Born

On June 22, 1960, Adam Bennett Schiff was born in Framingham, Massachusetts.

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1970: Moved to Scottsdale, Arizona

In 1970, Adam Schiff moved with his parents to Scottsdale, Arizona.

1972: Moved to Alamo, California

In 1972, Adam Schiff moved with his parents to Alamo, California.

1978: Graduated from Monte Vista High School

In 1978, Adam Schiff graduated from Monte Vista High School in Danville, California. He was the class salutatorian and voted "most likely to succeed".

1982: Graduated from Stanford University

In 1982, Adam Schiff received a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Stanford University, graduating with distinction.

1985: Graduated from Harvard Law School

In 1985, Adam Schiff obtained his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School cum laude.

1990: Schiff met his wife, Eve Sanderson

In 1990, Schiff met his wife, Eve Sanderson, on a tennis court.

1995: Schiff married Eve Sanderson

Schiff and Eve Sanderson married in 1995.

2010: Schiff participated in the inaugural Washington, D.C., triathlon

In 2010, Schiff was the only U.S. representative to participate in the inaugural Washington, D.C., triathlon.

2014: Schiff participated in the AIDS/LifeCycle

In 2014, Schiff was the first member of Congress to participate in the AIDS/LifeCycle, a seven-day charity bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise awareness and funding to fight HIV and AIDS.