William Sowerby (politician)

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.

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

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