Marvin Robinson (politician)
Marvin S. Robinson II is an American politician serving in the Kansas House of Representatives since 2023.
Marvin Robinson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 35th district | |
| Assumed office January 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Broderick Henderson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Marvin S. Robinson II |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | Navy |
Life
Robinson graduated from Sumner High School. He attended Emporia State University and Temple University.[1] He dropped out of college.[2] He served in the United States Navy as an operations specialist and was honorably discharged.[2][1] Robinson worked for organizations in Wyandotte County, Kansas that serve underprivileged minority groups.[2] He has advocated for the preservation and study of the Quindaro Townsite.[2]
Robinson was elected in 2022 to represent District 35 of the Kansas House of Representatives.[2] He succeeded his first cousin, Broderick Henderson.[2] A Democrat, he has voted with Republicans on a number of issues, overriding governor Laura Kelly's vetos.[3]
References
- Rupert, Mary (July 25, 2022). "35th District candidates seek election". Wyandotte Daily!. Retrieved 2023-05-16.
- Perez, Zach (2022-10-25). "A Kansas Democratic stronghold is up for grabs for the first time in 28 years. Can a Republican win?". KCUR - Kansas City news and NPR. Retrieved 2023-05-16.
- Bahl, Andrew (May 15, 2023). "Gov. Laura Kelly axes funds for Quindaro Ruins project backed by controversial Kansas Democrat". The Topeka Capital-Journal. Retrieved 2023-05-16.