John Damoose

John N. Damoose (/ˈdəmuːs/ də-MUUS, born February 5, 1972) is an American politician and television producer serving as a member of the Michigan Senate for the 37th district. He has served since January 1, 2023, succeeding Wayne Schmidt after redistricting. He previously served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 107th district.

John Damoose
Member of the Michigan Senate
from the 37th district
Assumed office
January 1, 2023
Preceded byWayne Schmidt
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 107th district
In office
January 1, 2021 – January 1, 2023
Preceded byLee Chatfield
Succeeded byNeil Friske
Personal details
Born (1972-02-05) February 5, 1972
Alexandria, Virginia
Political partyRepublican
Children4
EducationUniversity of Michigan (BA)

Education

Damoose earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of Michigan in 1994.[1]

Career

After graduating from college, Damoose worked for the Christian Broadcast Network in Virginia Beach, Virginia and later as a producer on The 700 Club. In 1997, he returned to Michigan, where he founded 45 North Productions with his father. Damoose has also written several books, including Red Sky in the Morning.[1]

In the 2020 Republican primary, Damoose placed first in a field of seven candidates for a seat in the Michigan House of Representatives. Damoose then defeated Democratic nominee Jim Page in the November general election. He assumed office on January 1, 2021.[2][3]

Personal life

Damoose and his wife live in Harbor Springs, Michigan.[4] Damoose's grandfather, Naseeb G. “Ance” Damoose, was a political leader who served as the city manager of Ypsilanti, Michigan in the 1950s.[5][6] Damoose's father, John B. Damoose was a marketing executive at Chrysler and Ford Motor Company before establishing 45 North Productions.[7]

References
  1. "John Damoose". 9 & 10 News. Retrieved 2020-11-19.
  2. News-Review, Steve Zucker, Petoskey. "107th House district candidates' views differ on areas economic needs". Sault Ste. Marie Evening News - Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Retrieved 2020-11-19.
  3. "John Damoose". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2020-11-19.
  4. "About the Candidate | Elect John Damoose for State Representative". Elect John Damoose. Retrieved 2020-11-19.
  5. "The Damoose Family In Ypsilanti | Ann Arbor District Library". aadl.org. Retrieved 2020-11-19.
  6. "Naseeb G. "Ance" Damoose | Ann Arbor District Library". aadl.org. Retrieved 2020-11-19.
  7. "JBD Biography – 45 North Productions". Retrieved 2020-11-19.
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