Heidi Swank
Heidi Ann Swank (born 1968 in Prescott, Wisconsin) is an American politician and a Democratic member of the Nevada Assembly since February 4, 2013 representing District 16.
Heidi Swank | |
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Member of the Nevada Assembly from the 16th district | |
Assumed office February 4, 2013 | |
Preceded by | John Oceguera |
Personal details | |
Born | 1968 (age 51–52) Prescott, Wisconsin, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic |
Residence | Las Vegas, Nevada |
Alma mater | Hamline University Northwestern University |
Website | heidiswank |
Education
Swank graduated from Prescott High School[1] and earned her BA from Hamline University. She earned her MA and Ph.D. from Northwestern University.[2]
Elections
When Democratic Assemblyman John Oceguera ran for the United States House of Representatives and left the District 16 seat open, Swank won the three-way June 12, 2012 Democratic primary and won the November 6, 2012 general election with 9,649 votes (71.43%) against Republican nominee Ben Boarman.[3]
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References
- "Assemblywoman Heidi Swank". Carson City, Nevada: Nevada Legislature. Retrieved November 15, 2013.
- "Heidi Swank's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved November 15, 2013.
- "2012 Official Statewide General Election Results November 6, 2012". Carson City, Nevada: Secretary of State of Nevada. Retrieved November 15, 2013.
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