Karyn Polito
American politician and lawyer
Karyn Polito (born November 11, 1966) is an American lawyer, businesswoman, and politician. She was the 72nd Lieutenant Governor of the U.S. state of Massachusetts from January 8, 2015 to January 5, 2023.
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72nd Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts | |
In office January 8, 2015 – January 5, 2023 | |
Governor | Charlie Baker |
Preceded by | Tim Murray |
Succeeded by | Kim Driscoll |
Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 11th Worcester district | |
In office January 8, 2001 – January 8, 2011 | |
Preceded by | Ronald Gauch |
Succeeded by | Matthew Beaton |
Personal details | |
Born | Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, U.S. | November 11, 1966
Political party | Republican |
Children | 2 |
Education | Boston College (BS) New England School of Law (JD) |
Polito was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 2001 to 2011. Polito was first elected Lieutenant Governor in 2014 as the running mate of Charlie Baker.[1]
References
change- ↑ Agrella, Ronald J. (August 11, 2018). "Baker, Polito Announce Re-election Campaign". NECN.