William Sowerby (politician)

William J. Sowerby (born September 16, 1956)[1] is an American politician from Michigan. Sowerby is a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives from District 31.

This article is about the member of the Michigan House of Representatives. For the 19th-century English clergyman, see William Sowerby.
William Sowerby
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 31st district
Assumed office
2017
Preceded byMarilyn Lane
Personal details
Born (1956-09-16) September 16, 1956
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Martha Higgins
Children1
Alma materWayne State University
WebsiteBill Sowbery

Early life

On September 16, 1956, Sowerby was born. Sowerby grew up in St. Clair Shores, Michigan.[2][1]

Education

In 1978, Sowerby earned a BA degree from Wayne State University.[3]

Career

Sowerby was an automotive sales representative.[1]

On November 8, 2016, Sowerby won the election and became a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives. Sowerby defeated Lisa Valerio-Nowc and Mike Saliba with 56.16% of the votes.[4] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Sowerby won the election and continued serving District 31. Sowerby defeated Lisa Valerio-Nowc by 59.89% of the votes.[5][3][6]

Personal life

Sowerby's wife is Martha. He has a son from a previous marriage. [3]

References
  1. "Legislator Details - William Sowerby". Library of Michigan. Retrieved November 10, 2019.
  2. "Bill Sowerby". housedems.com. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  3. "William Sowerby's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  4. "2016 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 8, 2016. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  5. "2018 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 6, 2019. Retrieved November 13, 2019.
  6. Lawler, Emily (2017-01-09). "Meet Michigan's new state lawmakers". mlive. Retrieved 2019-11-12.
Political offices
Preceded by
Marilyn Lane		 Michigan Representatives
31st District
2017–present		 Succeeded by
Incumbent
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