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Virgil Smith Jr.
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| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 4th district |
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| In office January 1, 2011 – April 12, 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Samuel "Buzz" Thomas |
| Succeeded by | Ian Conyers |
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 7th district |
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| In office January 1, 2003 – January 1, 2009 |
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| Preceded by | Hansen Clarke |
| Succeeded by | Jimmy Womack |
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| Born | December 18, 1979 Detroit, Michigan, US |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Parent | Virgil C. Smith (father) |
| Alma mater | Michigan State University (B.A.) Western Michigan University (M.A.) |
Virgil K Smith (born December 18, 1979) is a former politician from the Democratic Party. He served in both the Michigan House of Representatives and the Michigan Senate. In these roles, he helped make laws for the state of Michigan.
From 2011 to 2016, Smith represented Michigan's 4th Senate district. This area included cities like Allen Park, Lincoln Park, Southgate, and parts of Detroit. Before that, from 2003 to 2008, he represented State House district 7, which covered the northern part of Detroit.
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About Virgil Smith's Life
Virgil Smith Jr. was born on December 18, 1979. His father, Virgil C. Smith, was also a well-known public servant. He served as a judge and a state senator in Michigan.
Education and Learning
Virgil Smith Jr. went to college to study political science. He earned his first degree from Michigan State University. Later, he continued his studies and received a master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University. This type of degree helps people learn how to manage public services and government.
Virgil Smith's Political Journey
Becoming a State Representative in 2002
In 2002, Virgil Smith Jr. decided to run for a seat in the Michigan House of Representatives. He won the Democratic primary election against another experienced politician, Henry Stallings II. This victory helped him become a state representative.
Serving in the State Senate
In 2010, Smith was elected to the Michigan Senate. He won against George Cushingberry. As a state senator, he worked on important laws for Michigan residents. He was re-elected in 2016. However, he later resigned from his position in the Senate.
Running for Detroit City Council in 2017
After leaving the State Senate, Virgil Smith Jr. decided to run for a seat on the Detroit City Council in 2017. He ran in district 2. He made it to the general election, where he faced Roy McCalister Jr. In the end, Smith did not win this election.
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