Paul G. Pinsky

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Paul G. Pinsky
Pinsky in 2008
Member of the Maryland Senate
from the 22nd district
Assumed office
1994
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates
from the 22nd district
In office
1987–1994
Personal details
Born (1950-03-05) March 5, 1950 (age 74)
Camden, New Jersey, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
ResidenceUniversity Park, Maryland[1]
OccupationTeacher and Union Organizer

Paul G. Pinsky (born March 5, 1950) is an American politician from Maryland and a member of the Democratic Party. He is currently serving in his 4th full term in the Maryland State Senate, representing Maryland's District 22 in Prince George's County.

Background

Pinsky was born in Camden, New Jersey on March 5, 1950. He was first elected to the Maryland House of Delegates in 1986, serving one full and one partial terms before being appointed to an open seat in the Maryland State Senate. He attended the George Washington University.

In the legislature

Pinsky has been a member of the Maryland State Senate since 1994. He has gained a reputation as a champion of progressive causes, especially in relation to education and the environment. Pinsky currently sits on the Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs Committee.

References

  • "Maryland Manual Online". Maryland State Archives. 2007. Retrieved 2007-08-08.