Sam McKenzie explained

Sam McKenzie
Birth Place:	Knoxville, Tennessee, U.S.
Birth Date:	October 26, 1965
Party:	Democratic
State House:	Tennessee
Term Start:	January 12, 2021
District:	15th
Predecessor:	Rick Staples
Children:	3 (3 stepchildren)
Education:	Fisk University (BS) University of Memphis (MS)
Relations:	Raleigh McKenzie (brother) Reggie McKenzie (brother) Kahlil McKenzie (nephew)

Sam McKenzie (born October 26, 1965) is an American politician serving as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 15th district. He assumed office on January 12, 2021.

Early life and education

McKenzie was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. After graduating from Austin-East High School earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisk University and a Master of Science in physics from the University of Memphis.^[1]

Career

Prior to entering politics, McKenzie worked as a scientist at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he managed maintenance on the Spallation Neutron Source.^[2] He was elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives on November 3, 2020, succeeding incumbent Democrat Rick Staples.^{[3] [4]}

Personal life

McKenzie has older twin brothers, Raleigh McKenzie and Reggie McKenzie, who both played in the NFL.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Representative Sam McKenzie. 2021-05-09. www.capitol.tn.gov.
2. Web site: 2015-01-05. Knox commissioner, SNS manager to speak at MLK Breakfast in Atomic City. 2021-05-09. Oak Ridge Today. en-US.
3. Web site: 2020-08-07. Sam McKenzie wins State House District 15, unseating incumbent Rep. Staples. 2021-05-09. WATE 6 On Your Side. en-US.
4. Web site: Sam McKenzie. 2021-05-09. Ballotpedia. en.
5. Web site: Constantine. Mary. Sam McKenzie Jr. remembered as beloved father and public service professional. 2021-05-09. Knoxville News Sentinel. en-US.