Kevin Parker (New York politician)
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Kevin Parker (born March 6, 1967)[1] is an American politician from the state of New York. He is a member of the New York State Senate representing the 21st district, which comprises portions of the Brooklyn neighborhoods of East Flatbush, Flatbush, Midwood, Ditmas Park, Kensington, Park Slope, and Windsor Terrace. A Democrat, Parker was first elected to the Senate in 2002.
Kevin Parker | |
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Member of the New York State Senate from the 21st district | |
Assumed office January 1, 2003 | |
Preceded by | Carl Kruger |
Personal details | |
Born | (1967-03-06) March 6, 1967 (age 57) |
Political party | Democratic |
Education | Pennsylvania State University (BS) |
Website | Official website |
He ran unsuccessfully in 2001 in the New York City Council District 45 Democratic primary and in 2021 for New York City Comptroller in the Democratic primary. Parker is also known for his angry outbursts, some of which have been violent. In 2010, he was convicted by a jury of two counts of criminal mischief for attacking a New York Post photographer, damaging their camera and car door, and breaking their finger.