David Knezek

David M. Knezek, Jr.
Member of the Michigan Senate from the 5th district
In office January 1, 2015 – January 9, 2019
Preceded by	Tupac Hunter
Succeeded by	Betty Jean Alexander
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 11th district
In office January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2014
Preceded by	David Nathan
Succeeded by	Julie Plawecki
Personal details
Born	(1986-08-13) 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]
Military service
Allegiance	United States
Branch/service	United States Marine Corps
Years of service	2006-2012
Rank	Sergeant
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 formerly represented the 5th district in the Michigan Senate. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Prior to his election to the Michigan Senate in 2014, Knezek served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013-2014. Knezek was defeated by Betty Jean Alexander in the Democratic primary election held on August 7, 2018.

Education and Early Career

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.

External links

• Profile at Vote Smart
• Legislative website
• Twitter account