John W. Beard (born November 4, 1951, in Decorah, Iowa)[1] is a Democratic politician, representing the 16th District in the Iowa House of Representatives since 2008. Beard lost his campaign for re-election to Bob Hager in 2010. Beard is currently the Democratic candidate for Senate District 28, which after redistricting, included part of the old House District 16. The Senate seat does not have an incumbent.

John Beard
Member of the Iowa House of Representatives
from the 16th district
In office
2008–2010
Personal details
Born (1951-11-04) November 4, 1951 (age 72)
Decorah, Iowa
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseRojene
ResidenceDecorah, Iowa

Early life and education edit

Beard was raised in Bedminster, New Jersey. He attended Rutgers University and the University of Miami.[1]

Career edit

Along with being a politician, Beard is also the owner and operator of Beard Welding and Machine.[1]

Organizations edit

He is a member in the following organizations:

Family edit

Beard is married to his wife RoJene and together they have two sons, a daughter, and two grandchildren.[1]

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d e "John W. Beard". The Iowa Legislature. Archived from the original on 15 November 2013. Retrieved 15 November 2013.

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