David Knezek
| David M. Knezek, Jr. | |
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| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 5th district |
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Assumed office January 1, 2015 |
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| Preceded by | Tupac Hunter |
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 11th district |
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In office January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2014 |
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| Preceded by | David Nathan |
| Succeeded by | Julie Plawecki |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
August 13, 1986 Dearborn Heights, Michigan |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Dearborn Heights, Michigan |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan-Dearborn |
| Occupation | United States Marine |
| Awards |
Navy Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation (2) National Defense Medal Iraq Campaign Medal (3) Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2) |
| Website | [1] |
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| Allegiance |
 United States
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| Service/branch |
 United States Marine Corps
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| Years of service | 2006-2012 |
| Rank |
 Sergeant
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| Unit |
1st Battalion 24th Marines 2nd Battalion 24th Marines 3rd Battalion 24th Marines |
| Battles/wars | Iraq War |
David Knezek (born August 13, 1986) is an American politician who represents the 5th District in the Michigan Senate. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Prior to his election in 2014, Knezek served as member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013-2014.
David Knezek has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. He then served in the U.S. military as a scout sniper platoon member in the United States Marine Corps, completing two tours of duty in Iraq. He was honorably discharged in 2014, having risen to the rank of Sergeant.
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