David Knezek

David Knezek (born August 13, 1986) is an American politician who represents the 8th District on the Wayne County Commission. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Prior to his appointment to the Wayne County Commission in 2020, he served as a member of the Michigan Senate from 2015-2018 and as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013-2014.

David M. Knezek, Jr.
Member of the Michigan Senate
from the 5th district
In office
January 1, 2015 – January 9, 2019
Preceded byTupac Hunter
Succeeded byBetty Jean Alexander
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 11th district
In office
January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2014
Preceded byDavid Nathan
Succeeded byJulie Plawecki
Personal details
Born (1986-08-13) August 13, 1986
Dearborn Heights, Michigan
Political partyDemocratic
ResidenceDearborn Heights, Michigan
Alma materUniversity of Michigan-Dearborn
OccupationUnited States Marine
AwardsNavy 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
Branch/service United States Marine Corps
Years of service2006-2012
Rank Sergeant
Unit1st Battalion 24th Marines
2nd Battalion 24th Marines
3rd Battalion 24th Marines
Battles/warsIraq War

Education and Early Career

David Knezek has a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Michigan-Dearborn.[1] He then served in the U.S. military 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.[2]

References
  1. Michigan Manual 2015-2016. Lansing, MI: The Legislative Service Bureau. 2016. p. 154.
  2. "About Rep. Knezek". Michigan House of Representatives. Archived from the original on 17 December 2013. Retrieved 16 December 2013.
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