Rachel Hood (politician)
Rachel Hood (born January 1, 1979) is an American politician from Michigan. Hood is a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives from District 76.
Early life[]
On January 1, 1979, Hood was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan.[1]
Education[]
In 1999, Hood earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Relations from Michigan State University. Hood earned a degree in Public Policy from Michigan State University's James Madison College.[1]
Career[]
In 2000, Hood started her career as an executive director of West Grand Neighborhood Association, where she was involved in crime prevention and community development. In 2005, Hood was a Community Relations Manager at Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming, Michigan. Hood is a co-founder of Local First and City Built Brewing Company. Hood is a former strategist consultant at Dig Deep Research.[1][2] In the 2016 elections in Kent County, Hood ran for Drain Commissioner but lost the election in a close race.
On November 6, 2018, Hood won the election and became a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 76. Hood defeated Amanda Brand.[1][3]
Personal life[]
Hood's husband is Dave. They have two children. Hood and her family live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.[1]
See also[]
References[]
- ^ a b c d e "Representative Rachel or Hood's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved October 18, 2019.
- ^ "Rachel Hood Wins Election". godigdeep.com. February 13, 2019. Retrieved October 18, 2019.
- ^ "Rachel Hood". housedems.com. Retrieved October 18, 2019.
External links[]
- 1979 births
- 21st-century American politicians
- Living people
- Members of the Michigan House of Representatives
- Michigan Democrats
- Politicians from Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Women state legislators in Michigan
- Michigan State University alumni
- 21st-century American women politicians