Ollie Mohamed

Ollie Mohamed (February 7, 1925 - April 6, 2008) was an American store owner and politician.

He was a Democratic member of the Mississippi Senate in the mid-to-late 20th century and its President pro tempore in 1992.

[1][8][10] In 1957, Mohamed's political career began when he ran for the office of alderman of Belzoni.

[9] Mohamed ran for re-election in 1971 after terms were redistricted, but lost by 32 votes to Buddy Grisham.

[10][6] Immediately after losing the election Governor Kirk Fordice made Mohamed a legislative lobbyist.