Patricia Fiero


Patricia G. Fiero is an American politician who represented the 5th Essex District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1984 to 1991.

Early life

Fiero was born on June 12, 1941 in Brooklyn. She graduated from Bucknell University and SUNY Buffalo.

Political career

Fiero was elected in a 1984 special election after Representative Richard R. Silva was elected mayor of Gloucester. She ran as an opponent of Speaker Thomas W. McGee and was one of the earliest supporters of George Keverian when he challenged McGee for Speaker. She remained in the House until she was defeated for reelection by Bruce Tarr in 1990. During her tenure, Fiero was known as one of the House's more liberal members.

Personal life

Fiero was married to Dick Kraus who also served in the Massachusetts General Court.