Mariko Yamada Politician

Mariko Yamada (born October 23, 1950) is a former Democratic assemblywoman from California's 4th Assembly district. She was elected in 2008 after defeating West Sacramento mayor Christopher Cabaldon in a competitive Democratic primary, a defeat that many considered an upset win for Yamada. She was the third consecutive woman from Davis to be elected to this seat, following in the footsteps of Helen Thomson and Lois Wolk.

Personal facts

Mariko Yamada
Birth dateOctober 23, 1950
Birth place
Colorado , Denver
Nationality
United States
Residence
California , Davis California
Education
University of Southern California
University of Colorado

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Office holder

party
Democratic Party (United States)
region
California
California's 4th State Assembly district
California's 8th State Assembly district
successor
Ken Cooley

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