John Cobb (politician)
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John Kenneth Cobb (born 11 February 1950), Australian politician, has been a National Party member of the Australian House of Representatives since November 2001 representing the Division of Parkes, New South Wales. He was born in Bathurst, New South Wales, and was a farmer and grazier before entering politics. He was President of the New South Wales Farmers Association 1998-2001. In July 2005 he was appointed to the ministry as Minister for Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs.
In October 2006 Cobb sparked controversy after reportedly stating at a meeting of disability service advocates that he would "get rid of" a child who had a disability. Mr Cobb denied the accusations.
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| NAME | Cobb, John Kenneth |
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| SHORT DESCRIPTION | Australian politician |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 11 February 1950 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia |
| DATE OF DEATH | living |
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