Michael Howard (American politician)
Michael Howard (born 1983/1984)[1] is an American politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), he represents District 50A in the south-central Twin Cities metropolitan area.
Michael Howard | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 50A district | |
| Assumed office January 8, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Linda Slocum |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1983/1984 (age 37–38) |
| Political party | Democratic–Farmer–Labor |
| Spouse(s) | Sarah |
| Children | 1 |
| Residence | Richfield, Minnesota |
| Alma mater | Augsburg College |
| Occupation | public relations manager |
Early life, education, and career
Howard was raised in Becker, Minnesota. He attended Augsburg College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. During college, he was an intern for U.S. Senator Paul Wellstone's campaign in 2002.[1]
After graduating, Howard worked as a personal care assistant for children with autism. He worked on Mike Freeman's election campaign for Hennepin County attorney in 2006. Soon after, he began working for the DFL caucus in the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2007 and became its communications director in 2008, a position he held until 2017.[1][2]
Howard was elected a member of the Richfield city council in 2014 and served until 2018.[3]
Minnesota House of Representatives
Howard was elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2018.
Personal life
Howard and his wife, Sarah, have one child. He has lived in Richfield, Minnesota since 2010.[3]
References
- Wig, Andrew (January 8, 2015). "New Richfield council member to be sworn in, become father on same day". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 10, 2018.
- Bonelli, Cam (May 10, 2018). "Richfield City Councilmember Howard to run for House District 50A seat". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 10, 2018.
- Bonelli, Cam (October 11, 2018). "Voters guide questions House Representative District 50A". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 10, 2018.