Joel Dykstra
| Joel D. Dykstra | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from the 16th district | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2003 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 13, 1958 Canton, South Dakota |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Vicki |
| Profession | CEO of Global Services Group, Inc. |
| Religion | Evangelical Christian |
Joel D. Dykstra is a Republican member of the South Dakota House of Representatives, who has represented the 16th District since 2003. His district includes Lincoln and Union counties.
In 1980 Dykstra graduated from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma with a degree in Business Management. Dykstra has three daughters and one granddaughter. He and his family lived in Europe for nine years while Dykstra worked for Lasmo Energy.
In 2007, Dykstra announced his candidacy for United States Senate, vying for the seat then held by incumbent Senator Tim Johnson (D). Dykstra was defeated on November 4, 2008, when Senator Johnson held onto his Senate seat by a margin of approximately 62.5% to 37.5%.[1]
See also
Notes
- ↑ Peter Harriman. "Johnson drubs Dykstra". Argus Leader. Retrieved November 14, 2008.
External links
- Joel Dykstra for U.S. Senate - Former Campaign website
- South Dakota Legislature - Representative Joel D. Dykstra official SD House website
- Project Vote Smart - Representative Joel D. Dykstra (SD) profile
- Follow the Money - Joel D Dykstra
| Party political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by John Thune |
Republican nominee for United States Senator from South Dakota (Class 2) 2008 |
Succeeded by Mike Rounds |