Alma Hernandez

Alma Hernandez is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Arizona House of Representatives for the 3rd district. Hernandez was elected in 2018 to succeed Macario Saldate, who was term-limited.[1]

Alma Hernandez
Member of the Arizona House of Representatives
from the 3rd district
Assumed office
January 14, 2019
Serving with Andrés Cano
Preceded byMacario Saldate
Personal details
Political partyDemocratic
RelativesDaniel Hernandez Jr.
ResidenceTucson, Arizona

Early life and education

Hernandez is a native of Tucson, Arizona, and attended the University of Arizona before becoming involved as the program coordinator of Bridging the Gap, a program that helps women living with HIV/AIDS.[2]

Personal life

Hernandez is Jewish. She was the first Mexican-American Jew to win an elected position in American history. Her brother, Daniel Hernández Jr., also serves as a State Representative.

References

  1. Steller, Tim (February 18, 2018). "Steller column: 3 Hernandez siblings could reshape Tucson politics". Tucson.com. Retrieved January 13, 2019.
  2. "About Alma". Alma Hernandez for State House. Retrieved January 13, 2019.
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