Wei Wenbo (Chinese: 魏文伯; Pinyin: Wèi Wénbó; 1905–1987) was a Chinese politician who was born in Huanggang, Hubei. His birth name was Wei Qufei (Chinese: 魏去非) Early life In 1905 Wei was born in Huanggang, Hubei, China. Career In 1925, Wei joined the Communist Youth League of China. In 1926, Wei joined the Chinese Communist Party. In 1952, Wei founded and became the President of the East China University of Political Science and Law. In 1979, Wei became the Minister of Justice until 1982. In 1983, Wei was chosen to become a member of The Central Advisory Commission of China. Personal life He was married to a fellow Chinese revolutionary, Li Jingyi. He died due to old age and sickness in 1987. He had 4 daughters and 1 son. He was also a poet. References External links Wei Wenbo's profile 1905 births 1987 deaths People's Republic of China politicians from Hubei Politicians from Huanggang Chinese Communist Party politicians from Hubei Presidents of East China University of Political Science and Law Ministers of Justice of the People's Republic of China