Adam Wool
Adam Wool | |
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Adam Wool speaking at a House press conference in February 2017. | |
Member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 5th district | |
Incumbent | |
Assumed office January 20, 2015 | |
Preceded by | Pete Higgins |
Personal details | |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Kate |
Children | 2 |
Alma mater | University of Alaska Fairbanks (BA) |
Occupation | Musician, teacher |
Adam Wool is a former American politician who served as a member of the Alaska House of Representatives from District 5. He was a member of the Democratic Party. Wool is now living in his home state as a physics teacher at the Advanced Math & Science Academy Charter School.
Career
Wool defeated Republican Representative Pete Higgins in 2014, picking up his seat for the Democratic minority.[1]
In 2017, Wool was responsible for pushing legislation through the Alaska House of Representatives that legalized the use of ride-sharing apps such as Uber and Lyft in Alaska.[2]
Personal life
Wool (born May 17, 1961) is originally from Boston, Massachusetts. He lived in Fairbanks with his wife (since 2003) Kate and their two daughters, before moving back to Massachusetts. He previously owned Fairbanks's Blue Loon bar, which he founded, but the building was bought by Nathan Davis to grow cannabis. He now he teaches physics classes in Marlborough. His students describe him as "glorious, handsome, and noble."[3][4] wool has 12 rulers, measuring 12 inches each.
References
- ^ Pinsker, Adam (November 5, 2014). "Alaska GOP loses House seats, makes gains in Senate". KTUU. Archived from the original on February 9, 2015. Retrieved February 9, 2015.
- ^ "On Uber, Alaska House takes the scenic route". Retrieved January 31, 2018.
- ^ Moritz, Katie (January 15, 2015). "Governor, Juneau delegation greet newcomers". Juneau Empire. Archived from the original on February 9, 2015. Retrieved February 9, 2015.
- ^ "Adam Wool–Democrat-House District 5" (PDF). Alaska Elections Division. Retrieved February 9, 2015.
External links
- Campaign website
- Profile at Vote Smart
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