Juan Mendez (politician)
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| Member of the Arizona House of Representatives from the 26th district |
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| Assumed office 2013 |
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| Born | May 18, 1985 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Tempe, Arizona |
| Alma mater | Phoenix College Arizona State University |
| Website | mendezforaz |
Juan Jose Mendez (born May 18, 1985) is an American politician and state representative from Arizona. He is a member of the Democratic Party.
Personal life and education
Mendez attended Tolleson Union High School, and received an associate degree from Phoenix College. He later received a bachelor's degree from Arizona State University, majoring in political science.[1] Mendez describes Cesar Chavez as the Arizonan political figure he admires most.[2]
Political career
Mendez was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2012. He serves on the Insurance and Retirement Committee and the Reform and Human Services Committee.[1]
Mendez supports closing "tax loopholes" for out-of-state corporations, raising education funding, and more restrictions on gifts to legislators. He opposes Arizona SB 1070 and allowing guns in schools.[2]
Mendez gained national attention in 2013 for choosing to open a House meeting with a secular speech, rather than a traditional religious prayer.[3] During his speech, Mendez quoted astronomer Carl Sagan.[4]
Mendez serves on the City of Phoenix Human Services Advisory Committee, and manages the nonprofit Community Voice Mail, an organization devoted to helping the impoverished.[1]
References
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External links
- Official page at the Arizona State Legislature
- Campaign Website
- Profile at Project Vote Smart
- Biography at Ballotpedia
- Financial information (state office) at the National Institute for Money in State Politics
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