Andy Schwartz
| Andy Schwartz | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wyoming House of Representatives from the 23rd district | |
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Assumed office January 5, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | Keith Gingery |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
September 26, 1950 Washington, D.C. |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Jean Schwartz |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Jackson Hole, Wyoming |
| Alma mater | Oberlin College |
| Profession | Small business owner |
Andy Schwartz (born September 26, 1950) is an American politician and a Democratic member of the Wyoming House of Representatives representing District 23 since January 5, 2015.[1]
Elections
2014
After incumbent Republican Representative Keith Gingery announced his retirement, Schwartz announced his candidacy and ran unopposed in the Democratic primary. He faced Republican candidate Jim Darwiche in the general election and defeated Darwiche, 56% to 44%. Schwartz's win was one of three Democratic pickups in the state, as Democrats gained seats in the legislature.[2]
2016
Schwartz ran unopposed in the Democratic primary and will face no Republican opposition.
References
- ↑ "Andy Schwartz". Ballotpedia. Retrieved June 20, 2016.
- ↑ "Democrats gain seat in Legislature; ultraconservatives gain 3". Billings Gazette. Retrieved June 20, 2016.
External links
- Official page at the Wyoming Legislature
- Profile from Ballotpedia
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