Al Davis (Nebraska politician)
Albert "Al" T. Davis (born July 28, 1952)[1] is an American businessman and politician who served as a member of the Nebraska Legislature from 2013 to 2017.[2]
Al Davis | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 43rd district | |
| In office January 9, 2013 – January 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Deb Fischer |
| Succeeded by | Tom Brewer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 28, 1952 Hyannis, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Residence | Hyannis, Nebraska |
| Alma mater | University of Denver (BA) |
Early life and education
Davis was born in Hyannis, Nebraska. As a high school student, Davis wrote and performed in plays. He attended Creighton University and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and economics from the University of Denver.[3]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Davis worked as a real estate developer and ranch-owner.[4]
In 2012, incumbent District 43 senator Deb Fischer ran for the U.S. Senate, leaving the seat open. Davis placed second in the May 15, 2012 primary election,[5] then defeated John Ravenscroft in the general election.[6] In his 2016 re-election campaign, Davis was defeated by Tom Brewer.[7]
References
- "Sen. Al Davis". Lincoln, Nebraska: Nebraska Legislature. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
- "Senator Al Davis's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
- admin (2013-04-05). "Rancher/actor cast as state senator". Unicameral Update. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
- Hoffschneider, Kerry. "Seeds". York News-Times. Retrieved 2020-10-13.
- Gale, John A. "Primary Election May 15, 2012" (PDF). Lincoln, Nebraska: Secretary of State of Nebraska. p. 36. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
- Gale, John A. "Official Results of Nebraska General Election November 6, 2012" (PDF). Lincoln, Nebraska: Secretary of State of Nebraska. p. 15. Retrieved October 25, 2013.
- Bureau, Paul Hammel / World-Herald. "Republican opponents in Legislature race don't see eye to eye, even on residency". Omaha.com. Retrieved 2020-10-13.