Al Davis (Nebraska politician)

Albert "Al" T. Davis (born July 28, 1952)[2] is an American businessman and politician who served as a member of the Nebraska Legislature from 2013 to 2017.[3]

Al Davis
Member of the Nebraska Legislature
from the 43rd district
In office
January 9, 2013 – January 2017
Preceded byDeb Fischer
Succeeded byTom Brewer
Personal details
Born (1952-07-28) July 28, 1952
Hyannis, Nebraska, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Republican (formerly)[1]
EducationCreighton University
University of Denver (BA)

Early life and education

Davis was born in Hyannis, Nebraska. As a high school student, Davis wrote and performed in plays. He attended Creighton University and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and economics from the University of Denver.[4]

Career

Prior to entering politics, Davis worked as a real estate developer and ranch-owner.[5]

In 2012, incumbent District 43 senator Deb Fischer ran for the U.S. Senate, leaving the seat open. Davis placed second in the May 15, 2012 primary election,[6] then defeated John Ravenscroft in the general election.[7] In his 2016 re-election campaign, Davis was defeated by Tom Brewer.[8]

References
  1. https://omaha.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/democratic-governor-candidate-carol-blood-taps-former-gop-state-senator-as-running-mate/article_4f4be380-9a50-11ec-ad59-af62d10f798f.html
  2. "Sen. Al Davis". Lincoln, Nebraska: Nebraska Legislature. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
  3. "Senator Al Davis's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
  4. admin (2013-04-05). "Rancher/actor cast as state senator". Unicameral Update. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  5. Hoffschneider, Kerry. "Seeds". York News-Times. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
  6. Gale, John A. "Primary Election May 15, 2012" (PDF). Lincoln, Nebraska: Secretary of State of Nebraska. p. 36. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
  7. Gale, John A. "Official Results of Nebraska General Election November 6, 2012" (PDF). Lincoln, Nebraska: Secretary of State of Nebraska. p. 15. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
  8. Bureau, Paul Hammel / World-Herald. "Republican opponents in Legislature race don't see eye to eye, even on residency". Omaha.com. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
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