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Michael Kushmerek | |
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| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 3rd Worcester district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Stephan Hay |
| Member of the Fitchburg City Council | |
| In office 2014–2021 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1986 (age 37–38) Massachusetts |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Fitchburg, Massachusetts |
| Alma mater | Fitchburg State University |
| Website | www |
Michael P. Kushmerek (born 1986) is an American politician in Fitchburg, Massachusetts representing 3rd Worcester District (Fitchburg) in the Massachusetts state house of representatives.[1][2]
Early life
[edit]Kushmerek grew up in Saugus, attended Fitchburg State University, where he received a bachelor's degree in history and political science in 2008 and a master's degree in history in 2013.[3]
Political career
[edit]Kushmerek was elected ward 4 representative in the Fitchburg City council in 2014, in 2016 He was elected city council president, in 2019 he was elected councilor at large.[3]
In 2020, Kushmerek was elected to represent the 3rd Worcester District (Fitchburg and Lunenburg, Precinct B) in the Massachusetts House of Representatives to succeed fellow Democrat Stephan Hay, defeating Republican Glenn Fossa. He was sworn in on January 6, 2021.[4][5]
Personal life
[edit]Kushmerek is married to Carissa (Scottfenton) Kushmerek. Before his election, he worked as a director at Northeastern University, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and Fitchburg State University.[6][better source needed]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Representative Michael P. Kushmerek
- ^ "Michael Kushmerek, Fitchburg Democrat, captures open House seat". Worcester Telegram. Retrieved 2021-02-10.
- ^ a b Representative Michael P. Kushmerek
- ^ Cronin, Kushmerek emerge victorious after final Fitchburg votes counted Friday night
- ^ Murray, Stephanie. "NEW SESSION begins on BEACON HILL — FURLOUGHS hit MBTA staff — NEW VIRUS STRAIN likely in Mass". POLITICO. Retrieved 2021-02-10.
- ^ "ABOUT MIKE | Mike Kushmerek Candidate State Representative".
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