Joseph A. Brown

Joseph A. Brown (February 10, 1903 – January 16, 1963) was a Michigan politician.

Brown was born on February 10, 1903 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Brown was of African ancestry.

Brown graduated from public school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Brown earned a Bachelors of Arts degree from Virginia Union College and a Bachelor of Laws degree from University of Detroit.

Brown was a lawyer. On November 5, 1946, Brown was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 2nd district from January 1, 1947 to 1948. In 1948, Brown lost the Democratic primary for the same position. Also in 1948, Brown was a delegate to Democratic National Convention from Michigan.

Brown married Lucille Nuttall in 1933. Brown was a member of the Elks and was a Freemason. Brown as a Baptist.

Brown died on January 16, 1963.