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David N. Barkhausen

b. 1950

American politician, lawyer, and businessman

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About David N. Barkhausen

Born 1950. David N. Barkhausen is an American businessperson and politician.

David N. Barkhausen (born January 31, 1950) is an American politician, lawyer, and businessman.

Born in Lake Forest, Illinois, Barkhausen went to Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, Connecticut. He then received his bachelor's degree from Princeton University and his Juris Doctor degree from Southern Illinois University School of Law. Barkhausen practiced law and served an Illinois assistant attorney general. He was also in the life insurance business. Barkhausen served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1981 to 1985 and was a Republican. He then served in the Illinois Senate from 1985 to 1997. In an upset, Democratic candidate Terry Link defeated Thomas Lachner, a Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives, to succeed Barkhausen.

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Important facts

Born
31 January 1950
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Businessperson, politician
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Illinois College of Law, Princeton University, Choate Rosemary Hall
Positions held
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Member of the State Senate of Illinois

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David N. Barkhausen?

American politician, lawyer, and businessman

When was David N. Barkhausen born?

David N. Barkhausen was born on 31 January 1950.

What is David N. Barkhausen's occupation?

David N. Barkhausen is a businessperson and politician.

What nationality is David N. Barkhausen?

David N. Barkhausen is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David N. Barkhausen

· Wikidata: Q33038545

· DBpedia: David N. Barkhausen

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