Jack Kirksey | |
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Member of the MichiganHouseofRepresentatives from the 35th district | |
In office 1977–1984 | |
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Born | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. | November 21, 1928
Political party | Republican |
Children | three |
Alma mater | Wayne State University |
Occupation | School principal, probation officer |
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