About Doug Bennett
Lived 1945 – 2021 (aged 75). Doug Bennett was an American politician.
Douglas Bennett (October 24, 1945 – July 16, 2021) was an American politician who served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2005 to 2010. In 2005, he was elected as a Democrat to the Michigan House of Representatives representing the 92nd district, which includes the cities of Muskegon, North Muskegon, and Muskegon Heights.
Career Bennett served as Muskegon County Commissioner 1999–2004. In 2004, he was elected to the Michigan State House to replace Julie Dennis, who retired due to term limits. He represented the 92nd District, which is overwhelmingly Democratic. He was re-elected in 2006 with little opposition. He left office at the end of 2010 due to term limits.
Bennett died in a motorcycle crash on July 16, 2021, in Muskegon, Michigan, at age 75.
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Who was Doug Bennett?
American politician (1945–2021)
When was Doug Bennett born?
Doug Bennett was born on 24 October 1945 in Muskegon.
When did Doug Bennett die?
Doug Bennett died on 16 July 2021 in Muskegon.
What was Doug Bennett's occupation?
Doug Bennett was a politician.
What nationality was Doug Bennett?
Doug Bennett was American.
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· DBpedia: Doug Bennett (Michigan politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Doug Bennett. https://biography.guide/doug-bennett-politician/
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