Bob McCaslin Jr.
Robert Brian McCaslin (born March 21, 1957) is an American politician and educator serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 4th Legislative District since November 25, 2014.
Bob McCaslin Jr. | |
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| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 4th district | |
| Assumed office November 25, 2014 | |
| Preceded by | Leonard Christian |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Robert Brian McCaslin November 21, 1957 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Relations | Bob McCaslin Sr. (father) |
| Alma mater | Washington State University (BA) Whitworth College (MEd) |
| Profession | Teacher |
| Website | Official |
Early life and education
McCaslin is the son of Bob McCaslin Sr., who served as a member of the Washington State Senate from 1981 to 2011 and Spokane City Council. McCaslin earned a Bachelor of Arts from Washington State University and Master of Education from Whitworth University.
Career
McCaslin works as a kindergarten teacher.
McCaslin was sworn in early due to the resignation of Larry Crouse. He is from Spokane Valley.[1] McCaslin sought to be appointed to Crouse's seat in January 2014, but Leonard Christian was chosen instead by Spokane County commissioners.[2] Running for a full term in the November 4, 2014, general election, he defeated former Spokane Valley Mayor Diana Wilhite, a fellow Republican.[3]
References
- "Representative-elect Bob McCaslin to take oath of office Tuesday, Nov. 25 at Spokane Valley City Hall". Washington House Republicans. November 24, 2014. Archived from the original on February 11, 2015. Retrieved February 10, 2015.
- "Appointee Christian begins work in Legislature". Spokane Valley Online. January 17, 2014. Archived from the original on February 10, 2015. Retrieved February 10, 2015.
- "State Representative, Pos. 1, Legislative District 4 (Spokane Valley)". The Spokesman Review. Retrieved February 10, 2014.