Theresa Abed is an American politician from Michigan. Abed was a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives, serving during the 2013–2014 session.
Education
Abed earned a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in social work from Wayne State University.[1]
Career
Abed has a background as a social worker. In 2006, Abed served as a commissioner of Eaton County, Michigan, until 2010.[2][1]
On November 6, 2012, Abed won the election and became a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 71. Abed defeated Deb Shaughnessy with 53.43% of the votes.[3][1]
Abed lost her bid for re-election in 2014 to Republican Tom Barrett.[4] In 2016 Abed unsuccessfully ran against Barrett for the 71st seat again.[5]
References
- ^ a b c "Theresa Abed's Biography". Vote Smart. Archived from the original on May 1, 2023. Retrieved April 8, 2020.
- ^ "Michigan's Newest Legislative Members". Michigan Capitol Confidential. January 14, 2013. Archived from the original on February 25, 2016. Retrieved November 19, 2013.
- ^ "2012 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 6, 2012. Archived from the original on November 28, 2020. Retrieved April 8, 2020.
- ^ "2014 Live Michigan election results: State House Districts 1-110". MLive. November 4, 2014. Archived from the original on June 10, 2020. Retrieved November 28, 2014.
- ^ "Inside the race for Eaton County's 'turbulent' state House seat". Lansing State Journal. Archived from the original on May 1, 2023. Retrieved September 29, 2018.