Eric Descheenie facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Eric Descheenie
Descheenie in 2017
Member of the Arizona House of Representatives from the 7th district
In office January 9, 2017 – January 14, 2019
Preceded by	Albert Hale
Succeeded by	Myron Tsosie
Personal details
Born	Chinle, Arizona, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Education	Arizona State University, Tempe (BA)

Eric Descheenie is an American politician. He used to be a member of the Democratic Party. From 2016 to 2019, he served in the Arizona House of Representatives. He represented District 7 in Arizona.

After leaving the House, Eric Descheenie continued to work for his community. He is now the Director of Tribal Government Relations. In this role, he helps connect the Navajo County Board of Supervisors with tribal governments. He has also worked to help people find housing and ensure everyone has equal opportunities.

Eric Descheenie's Public Service

Eric Descheenie has dedicated his career to public service. He has worked in different roles to help people in Arizona. His work often involves connecting different groups and making sure everyone's voice is heard.

His Time in the Arizona House

The Arizona House of Representatives is part of the state's government. Its members create and vote on laws for Arizona. Eric Descheenie was elected to this important role in 2016. He served for one term, which ended in 2019.

How He Was Elected

In 2016, Eric Descheenie ran for the Arizona House of Representatives. He and another candidate, Wenona Benally, were the only ones running in the Democratic Primary election. This meant they automatically moved on to the general election. They were also unopposed in the general election. This means no other candidates ran against them. So, they were elected to represent District 7.

In 2014, Eric Descheenie also ran for a political office. He tried to become a state senator for District 7. However, he lost the Democratic Primary election to the person who already held the position, Carlyle Begay.