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Mike Turner | |
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Member of the TennesseeHouseofRepresentatives from the 51st district | |
In office 1999–2015 | |
Preceded by | C. Robb Robinson |
Succeeded by | Bill Beck |
Personal details | |
Born | Mike Turner February 6,1955 |
Political party | Democratic |
Residence | Old Hickory,Tennessee |
Alma mater | Middle Tennessee State University Tennessee State University |
Occupation | Firefighter |
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The son of Joyce and Johnny Turner,Mike graduated from Dupont High School and also attended Middle Tennessee State University,Tennessee State University,and the National Fire Academy. Former Representative Turner attends Old Hickory Methodist Church.
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