Robert Merski
Robert "Bob" Merski is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 2nd District.
Robert Merski | |
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| Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Florindo Fabrizio |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 14, 1975 Erie, Pennsylvania |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Mercyhurst University Wilkes University |
| Profession | Educator |
Personal
Merski was born and grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. He attended Cathedral Preparatory School and graduated from Mercyhurst University with a degree in education. He later received a master's degree from Wilkes University and worked as a social studies teacher for the Erie City School District.[1] Merski's father, Robert Merski, Sr., previously served as the Sheriff of Erie County.
Political career
Merski previously served on the Erie City Council for seven years. In 2018, he took a leave of absence from with the Erie City School District to run for the 2nd District seat after the incumbent, Florindo Fabrizio, announced he would not be running for reelection due to a terminal cancer diagnosis.[1] Endorsed by Fabrizio before his passing, Merski won the Democratic primary over two other candidates by securing 47% of the vote and went on to beat Republican Tim Kuzma in the general election after receiving 65% of the vote.[2][3]
References
- Rink, Matthew (December 30, 2018). "Erie's Merski prepares for 1st year as state legislator". Erie Times-News. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
- "Bob Merski declares victory in 2nd District Democratic Race". YourErie.com. May 16, 2018. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
- "Bob Merski Wins Race for Second District General Assembly". ErieNewsNow.com. November 6, 2018. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
