Lynwood Savage facts for kids
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Lynwood Savage
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| Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 192nd district |
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| In office April 5, 2016 – January 3, 2017 |
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| Preceded by | Louise Bishop |
| Succeeded by | Morgan Cephas |
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| Born | 1954 (age 70–71) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Philadelphia |
Lynwood W. Savage was a person who served in the government of Pennsylvania. He was a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. This is a group of people who make laws for the state of Pennsylvania.
Mr. Savage represented a specific area in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This area was called the 192nd House district.
Serving in Government
Becoming a Representative
Lynwood Savage became a state representative in 2016. He won a special election to fill a spot that became open. This meant he finished the term of the previous representative, Louise Bishop.
A special election is held when a government position becomes empty before the usual election time. It allows someone to step in and serve right away.
Time in Office
Mr. Savage served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for a short time. His term started in April 2016 and ended in January 2017.
After completing the term, he tried to win a full term for the same position. However, he did not win the primary election in 2016. Another person, Morgan Cephas, won that election instead.
A primary election is like a first round of voting. It helps a political party choose which person will represent them in the main election.
Learning More Online
- Official Web Site: http://www.pahouse.com/Savage/
- PA House profile
