Dave Knudson

David L. Knudson (born April 30, 1950) is an American lawyer, former Majority Leader of the South Dakota Senate, and a member of the Republican Party.

Early life and education Knudson was born and raised in Yankton, South Dakota, and graduated from Yankton High School.

Knudson majored in government and philosophy at Harvard University, and graduated with honors in 1972. Knudson received his Master of Business Administration from the University of South Dakota in 1981. They married in 1976, and have two sons. Knudson was the fourth candidate to enter the race.