Preceded by Peggy Wilson Spouse(s) Lori Occupation teacher (retired) Role Alaska politician | Political party Independent Children Molly Kate, Lucy, Sam Name Dan Ortiz | |
Alma mater University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire (MST)
Seattle Pacific University (BA) Residence Ketchikan, Alaska, United States Education University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, Seattle Pacific University | ||
Daniel H. "Dan" Ortiz is an independent member of the Alaska House of Representatives, who has since 2015 represented the 36th District. He is the only independent in the Alaska State Legislature. However, he caucuses with the Democratic-led minority for purposes of committee assignments.
Ortiz was elected in November 2014 to succeed retiring Representative Peggy Wilson of Wrangell. He defeated Wilson's endorsed candidate, Republican Chere Klein, by just 104 votes.
Personal life
Dan Ortiz has a wife, Lori, and three children. He is a former schoolteacher who taught at Ketchikan High School.
References
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