Mark DeSaulnier
American politician
Mark James DeSaulnier (born March 31, 1952) is an American politician. He is a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives. He became the representative for California's 11th congressional district on January 3, 2015.
Mark DeSaulnier | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's 11th district | |
Assumed office January 3, 2015 | |
Preceded by | George Miller |
Member of the California State Senate from the 7th district | |
In office December 1, 2008 – January 2, 2015 | |
Preceded by | Tom Torlakson |
Succeeded by | Steve Glazer |
Member of the California State Assembly from the 11th district | |
In office December 4, 2006 – December 1, 2008 | |
Preceded by | Joe Canciamilla |
Succeeded by | Tom Torlakson |
Member of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors from the 4th District | |
In office January 29, 1994 – December 4, 2006 | |
Preceded by | Sunne McPeak |
Succeeded by | Susan Bonilla |
Personal details | |
Born | Lowell, Massachusetts | March 31, 1952
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic (2000–present) |
Other political affiliations | Republican (before 2000) |
Residence | Concord, California |
Alma mater | College of the Holy Cross |
Occupation | Restaurateur |
Website | Rep. Mark DeSaulnier |
In 2015, DeSaulnier was diagnosed with leukemia.[1] In May 2016, it was announced the leukemia was incurable and that DeSaulnier would still run for re-election in 2016.[1]
References
change- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Sarah D. Wire (May 6, 2016). "U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier says blood cancer won't keep him from seeking another term". Los Angeles Times.com. Retrieved May 7, 2016.
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