Eric Sorensen (politician)
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Eric Sorensen (/ˈsɔːrənsən/ SOAR-ən-sən; born March 18, 1976) is an American meteorologist and politician serving as the U.S. representative from Illinois's 17th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Sorensen is the first openly gay member of Congress from Illinois.[1]
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Eric Sorensen | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 17th district | |
Assumed office January 3, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Cheri Bustos |
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Born | (1976-03-18) March 18, 1976 (age 48) Rockford, Illinois, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Education | Northern Illinois University (BS) |
Website | House website |
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