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Jennifer D. Benally

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Preceded by
  
Jaescita Peshlakai

Appointed by
  
Navajo Nation Council

Political party
  
Democratic

Succeeded by
  
Wenona Benally

Succeeded by
  
Malcolm P. Begay

Party
  
Democratic Party

Alma mater
  
Northern Arizona University

Education
  
Northern Arizona University

Residence
  
Tuba City, Arizona, United States

Jennifer D. Benally was a state representative from Arizona, representing the 7th district. A member of the Democratic Party, Benally was first elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2015. Benally did not seek reelection in 2016.

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Early life and education

Benally earned her degree from Northern Arizona University and served as a Navajo Nation police officer from 1982-1990. Benally become a Tuba City Prosecutor in 1992. After six years as a prosecutor, Benally became a district court judge for the Navajo Nation.

Elections

  • 2014 Benally and Albert Hale defeated Joshua Lavar Butler in the Democratic primary. Hale and Benally were unopposed in the general election.

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