Michael O'Pake
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Michael O'Pake has been a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania Senate since 1972 and is the current Minority Whip in the Pennsylvania Senatw. O'Pake was re-elected in November of 2008 with his term expiring in 2012. O'Pake also served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1969 to 1972.
O'Pake graduated from St. Joseph's with his Bachelor's degree in 1961 and from Penn law in 1964 with his Juris Doctor degree. O'Pake is a practicing Attorney in addition to being a Senator.
Committee Assignments
O'Pake serves on these committees:
- Aging and Youth
- Agriculture and Rural Affairs Ranking Democratic Member
- Rules and Executive Nominations [1].
District 11
O'Pake represents Pennsylvania Senate District 11. District 11 includes the Reading Area which is outlying area of Philadelphia[2].
Personal
O'Pake is single and resides in Reading, Pennsylvania.
External links
- Profile from the Pennsylvania Senate website
- Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000
- Sen. O'Pake's website
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