William Sowerby | |
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Member of the MichiganHouseofRepresentatives from the 31st district | |
In office January 1, 2017 –January 1, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Marilyn Lane |
Succeeded by | Reggie Miller |
Personal details | |
Born | September 16,1956 |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Martha Higgins |
Children | 1 |
Alma mater | Wayne State University |
Website | Bill Sowbery |
William J. Sowerby (born September 16,1956) [1] is an American politician from Michigan. Sowerby was Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives from District 31.
On September 16,1956,Sowerby was born. Sowerby grew up in St. Clair Shores,Michigan. [2] [1]
In 1978,Sowerby earned a BA degree from Wayne State University. [3]
Sowerby was an automotive sales representative. [1]
On November 8,2016,Sowerby won the election and became a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives. Sowerby defeated Lisa Valerio-Nowc and Mike Saliba with 56.16% of the votes. [4] On November 6,2018,as an incumbent,Sowerby won the election and continued serving District 31. Sowerby defeated Lisa Valerio-Nowc by 59.89% of the votes. [5] [3] [6]
Sowerby's wife is Martha. He has a son from a previous marriage. [3]
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