Chris Carney
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Christopher Paul Carney[1] (born March 2, 1959) is an American politician who was the U.S. representative for Pennsylvania's 10th congressional district from 2007 to 2011. He is a member of the Democratic Party.
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Chris Carney | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 10th district | |
In office January 3, 2007 ā January 3, 2011 | |
Preceded by | Don Sherwood |
Succeeded by | Tom Marino |
Personal details | |
Born | (1959-03-02) March 2, 1959 (age 65) Cedar Rapids, Iowa, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Jennifer Carney |
Residence(s) | Dimock Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Alma mater | Cornell College, University of Nebraska, University of Wyoming |
Occupation | Commander in the U.S. Navy, College Professor |
Awards | Defense Meritorious Service Medal Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Joint Service Achievement Medal (3) Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Naval Rifle Marksman Ribbon Naval Pistol Expert Medal |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Rank | Commander |
Unit | Noble Eagle Defense Intelligence Agency The Pentagon (advisor) |
Battles/wars | Operation Enduring Freedom |
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Carney is also an associate professor of political science at Penn State Worthington Scranton, where he has taught since 1992. In 2011, he was appointed as director of homeland security and policy strategy for BAE Systems.[2]