Justin Parish
American politician
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Justin V. Parish (born August 27, 1980) is an American politician who served for one term in the Alaska House of Representatives.[1][2] His family includes Tlingit people. In 2017, "Representative Justin Parish, a first-time legislator, introduced himself in Tlingit and acknowledged his own Native heritage. His paternal grandmother is a member of the Dog Salmon clan."[3]
Justin Parish | |
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| Member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 34th district | |
| In office January 17, 2017 – January 14, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Cathy Muñoz |
| Succeeded by | Andi Story |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 27, 1980 |
| Party | Democratic |
Career
Parish was elected to the Alaska House in 2017, defeating Republican incumbent Cathy Muñoz in 2016. After opting not to seek re-election, he endorsed the candidacy of his chief of staff, Juneau Borough Assemblyman Rob Edwardson, to succeed him.[1] The 2018 general election was won by another Democrat, Andi Story. Parish represented Alaska's thirty-fourth district, which encompasses parts of Juneau, Alaska, including the Mendenhall Valley, Auke Bay, Out the road, and Airport areas.[4]
