Preceded by William Thigpen Name Daniel Boman Religion Southern Baptist | Profession Attorney Succeeded by Kyle South | |
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Alma mater Auburn UniversityBirmingham School of Law Political party Republican Party, Democratic Party | ||
Daniel Boman's New Pommel Skills
Daniel H. Boman (born December 7, 1974) was a Democratic member of the Alabama House of Representatives, representing the 16th District. He was defeated by Republican Kyle South in November 2014.
Contents
- Daniel Bomans New Pommel Skills
- Early life education and law career
- Tenure
- Committee assignments
- 2012 congressional election
- Personal life
- References
Early life, education, and law career
Boman received an A.A. degree from Bevill State Community College, a B.A. degree in psychology from Auburn University, and a J.D. degree from the Birmingham School of Law.
Tenure
Boman was elected to the state house as a Republican in the massive Republican wave that swept through the state in the 2010 elections, one which saw the Republicans take complete control of state government for the first time since Reconstruction. He defeated incumbent Democrat William Thigpen 54%-46%. He attracted national attention in May 2011 when he switched parties and became a Democrat in protest of Republican support for an education bill. Opponents of the bill argued that it was unfair to teachers facing firing or other adverse action. In explaining his decision, Boman said: "During this current session I have seen this legislative body pass bills that I feel adversely affect what my people back home want, need, and deserve…I will never choose the Party over the people again."
Committee assignments
2012 congressional election
Boman ran in the Democratic primary for Alabama's 4th congressional district, held by incumbent Republican U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt in the 2012 congressional elections. He did not have to give up his state house seat to run for Congress; Alabama state representatives serve four-year terms. He was defeated in the general election.
Personal life
Boman is married and has three children.