Michael Peterson (politician)

Michael Peterson
Member of the Kansas House of Representatives
from the 37th district
In office
2005–2014
In office
1976–1990
Personal details
Born (1941-09-18)September 18, 1941
Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.
Died February 18, 2014(2014-02-18) (aged 72)
Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.
Political party Democratic
Spouse(s) Robin Novak
Children five
Residence Kansas City, Kansas
Occupation lawyer

Michael James Peterson (September 18, 1941 – February 18, 2014) was an American Democratic member of the Kansas House of Representatives, representing the 37th district. He served from 1979 until 1990, and then again from 2005 until his death in 2014.[1]

Career

Peterson received his law degree from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law in 1971.[2] He then practiced law.[3]

Death

He died at the age of 72 on February 18, 2014, in a Kansas City-area hospital, following a long illness.[4]

Committee membership

Major donors

The top 5 donors to Peterson's 2008 campaign:[5]

References

  1. Michael J. Peterson at kanfocus.com
  2. Alumni Association-The University of Kansas-Rep. Michael Peterson (D-KS-32nd District)
  3. Project Vote Smart - Rep. Michael Peterson Biography
  4. State Rep. Mike Peterson of Kansas City dies after long illness; services not set
  5. Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign Contributions
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