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Dennis J. Kearney
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| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 2nd Suffolk District | |
| In office 1975–1977 |
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| Preceded by | Anthony Scalli |
| Succeeded by | Richard Voke |
| Suffolk County Sheriff | |
| In office 1977–1986 |
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| Preceded by | Thomas Eisenstadt |
| Succeeded by | Robert Rufo |
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| Born | September 25, 1949 Chelsea, Massachusetts |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Alma mater | Boston Latin School Harvard College Harvard Kennedy School Suffolk University Law School |
| Occupation | Attorney Politician |
Dennis J. Kearney, born on September 25, 1949, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, is an American lawyer and politician. He has held important public jobs in Massachusetts. He served as a state representative and later as the Sheriff of Suffolk County. Today, he is the President of a law firm called Kearney, Donovan & McGee, P.C.
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Who is Dennis J. Kearney?
Dennis J. Kearney is known for his work in both law and government. He started his career as a lawyer, which means he helps people with legal problems. Later, he decided to work in politics to help his community.
Early Life and Education
Dennis Kearney grew up in Chelsea, Massachusetts. He went to some well-known schools. He studied at Boston Latin School, which is a famous public school. After that, he attended Harvard College and the Harvard Kennedy School. He also earned a law degree from Suffolk University Law School. These schools helped him prepare for his career in law and public service.
Serving in Government
Mr. Kearney served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. This is a group of elected officials who make laws for the state of Massachusetts. He was a state representative from 1975 to 1977.
After that, he became the Sheriff of Suffolk County. A sheriff is a top law enforcement officer in a county. They are in charge of the county jail and other police duties. Dennis Kearney was the Suffolk County Sheriff from 1977 to 1986.
Running for Mayor
In 1983, Dennis Kearney ran for mayor of Boston. The mayor is the leader of a city's government. He was one of several people who wanted to be mayor that year. He received 7% of the votes in the election.
Current Work
Today, Dennis J. Kearney continues his work in law. He is the President of his own law firm, Kearney, Donovan & McGee, P.C. This means he leads the law company and helps manage its legal cases.
