Robert Merski Explained

Robert Merski
State House:Pennsylvania
District:2nd
Predecessor:Florindo Fabrizio
Party:Democratic
Birth Date:14 May 1975
Birth Place:Erie, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Alma Mater:Mercyhurst University
Wilkes University
Profession:Educator

Robert Merski (born) is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 2nd district.

Personal

Merski was born and grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. He attended Cathedral Preparatory School and graduated from Mercyhurst University with a degree in education. He later received a master's degree from Wilkes University and worked as a social studies teacher for the Erie City School District. Merski's father, Robert Merski Sr., previously served as the Sheriff of Erie County.

Political career

Merski previously served on the Erie City Council for seven years. In 2018, he took a leave of absence from with the Erie City School District to run for the 2nd District seat after the incumbent, Florindo Fabrizio, announced he would not be running for reelection due to a terminal cancer diagnosis.[1] Endorsed by Fabrizio before his death, Merski won the Democratic primary over two other candidates by securing 47% of the vote and went on to beat Republican Tim Kuzma in the general election after receiving 65% of the vote.[2] [3]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Erie's Merski prepares for 1st year as state legislator. Matthew. Rink. Erie Times-News. December 30, 2018. August 2, 2019.
  2. Web site: Bob Merski declares victory in 2nd District Democratic Race. YourErie.com. May 16, 2018. August 2, 2019.
  3. Web site: Bob Merski Wins Race for Second District General Assembly. ErieNewsNow.com. November 6, 2018. August 2, 2019.
  4. Web site: Representative Robert E. Merski. 2022-01-14. The official website for the Pennsylvania General Assembly.. English.