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William Sowerby (politician)

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William Sowerby
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 31st district
In office
January 1, 2017 – January 1, 2023
Preceded byMarilyn Lane
Succeeded byReggie Miller
Personal details
Born (1956-09-16) September 16, 1956 (age 68)
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseMartha Higgins
Children1
Alma materWayne State University
WebsiteBill Sowbery

William J. Sowerby (born September 16, 1956)[1] is an American politician from Michigan. Sowerby was Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives from District 31.

Early life

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On September 16, 1956, Sowerby was born. Sowerby grew up in St. Clair Shores, Michigan.[2][1]

Education

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In 1978, Sowerby earned a BA degree from Wayne State University.[3]

Career

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Sowerby was an automotive sales representative.[1]

On November 8, 2016, Sowerby won the election and became a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives. Sowerby defeated Lisa Valerio-Nowc and Mike Saliba with 56.16% of the votes.[4] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Sowerby won the election and continued serving District 31. Sowerby defeated Lisa Valerio-Nowc by 59.89% of the votes.[5][3][6]

Personal life

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Sowerby's wife is Martha. He has a son from a previous marriage.[3]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Legislator Details - William Sowerby". Library of Michigan. Retrieved November 10, 2019.
  2. ^ "Bill Sowerby". housedems.com. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  3. ^ a b c "William Sowerby's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  4. ^ "2016 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 8, 2016. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  5. ^ "2018 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 6, 2019. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  6. ^ Lawler, Emily (2017-01-09). "Meet Michigan's new state lawmakers". mlive. Retrieved 2019-11-12.
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Political offices
Preceded by Michigan Representatives
31st District

2017–2023
Succeeded by