Mark Mann (politician)
Mark Mann | |
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.jpg) Mann in 2024 | |
| Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 46th district | |
| Assumed office November 13, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Kay Floyd |
| Member of the Oklahoma City Public Schools Board from the 4th District | |
| In office May 8, 2017 – 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Paula Lewis |
| Succeeded by | Dana Meister |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
Mark Mann is an American politician who has served in the Oklahoma Senate representing the 46th district since 2024. He previously represented the 4th district of the Oklahoma City Public Schools board from 2017 to 2024.
Oklahoma City Public School Board
[edit]Prior to running for office, Mark Mann owned an insurance agency and worked for the Oklahoma Department of Education.[1] On May 8, 2017, he was appointed to represent the 4th district of the Oklahoma City Public Schools board to replace Paula Lewis.[2] He was reelected without opposition in 2018 and 2020.[3][4]
Oklahoma Senate
[edit]In 2024, Mann announced a campaign for the 46th district of the Oklahoma Senate to succeed Kay Floyd. He faced Sam Wargin Grimaldo in the Democratic primary.[5] Mann won over 52% of the primary vote.[6] He defeated Republican candidate Charles Barton and independent David Pilchman in the general election.[7] He was sworn in on November 13, 2024.[8]
Electoral history
[edit]| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Mark Mann | 1,598 | 52.7% | |
| Democratic | Sam Wargin Grimaldo | 1,435 | 47.3% | |
| Total votes | 3,033 | 100% | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Mark Mann | 12,722 | 60.4% | |
| Republican | Charles Barton | 7,228 | 34.3% | |
| Independent | David Pilchman | 1,107 | 5.3% | |
| Total votes | 21,057 | 100% | ||
References
[edit]- ^ Willert, Tim (May 1, 2017). "Open Oklahoma City school board seat draws six applicants". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Willert, Tim (May 9, 2024). "OKC school board appoints new member". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Willert, Tim (December 7, 2017). "Final day of filing period quiet". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Martinez-Keel, Nuria (December 5, 2019). "School board candidates mostly unopposed in 2020 elections". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Carter, M. Scott (June 15, 2024). "Mann, Grimaldo leading four-man contest in Senate District 46 race". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Carter, M. Scott (June 18, 2024). "Oklahoma primary elections 2024: Key races put state Senate leadership in turmoil". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Carter, M. Scott (November 5, 2024). "Election results for Oklahoma Senate races: New lawmakers on track to win". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ Young, Molly; Evans, Murray (November 18, 2024). "At least 7 Oklahoma superintendents are refusing to show Ryan Walters' video to students". The Oklahoman. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ "June 18, 2024 Official Results". results.okelections.us. Oklahoma State Election Board. Retrieved November 27, 2024.
- ^ "November 5, 2024 Official Results". results.okelections.us. Oklahoma State Election Board. Retrieved November 27, 2024.