David Knezek

David M. Knezek, Jr.
Member of the Michigan Senate
from the 5th district
Assumed office
January 1, 2015
Preceded by Tupac Hunter
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 11th district
In office
January 1, 2013  December 31, 2014
Preceded by David Nathan
Succeeded by Julie Plawecki
Personal details
Born (1986-08-13) August 13, 1986
Dearborn Heights, Michigan
Political party Democratic
Residence Dearborn Heights, Michigan
Alma mater University of Michigan-Dearborn
Occupation United States Marine
Awards Navy Achievement Medal
Navy Unit Commendation (2)
National Defense Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal (3)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2)
Website
Military service
Allegiance  United States
Service/branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service 2006-2012
Rank Sergeant
Unit 1st Battalion 24th Marines
2nd Battalion 24th Marines
3rd Battalion 24th Marines
Battles/wars Iraq War

David Knezek (born August 13, 1986) is an American politician who represents the 5th District in the Michigan Senate. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Prior to his election in 2014, Knezek served as member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013-2014 and as a scout sniper platoon member in the United States Marine Corps, completing two tours of duty in Iraq. He was honorably discharged in 2014, having risen to the rank of Sergeant.[1]

References

  1. "About Rep. Knezek". Michigan House of Representatives. Retrieved 16 December 2013.
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