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Rob Wilkey

Robert Dee Wilkey is a politician and a Democratic member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from 1997 to 2009, representing district 22. He served as Majority Whip. Wilkey was first elected to the house in 1996 after Republican incumbent Richard Turner retired. He did not seek reelection in 2008.

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Rob Wilkey
Majority Whip of the Kentucky House of Representatives
In office
January 2, 2007 – January 1, 2009
Preceded byJoe Barrows
Succeeded byJohn Stacy
Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives
from the 22nd district
In office
January 1, 1997 – January 1, 2009
Preceded byRichard Turner
Succeeded byWilson Stone
Personal details
Born (1956-12-12) December 12, 1956
PartyDemocratic
SpouseTerry
Alma materUniversity of Kentucky, University of Louisville
OccupationAttorney

Robert Dee Wilkey (born December 12, 1956) is a politician and a Democratic member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from 1997 to 2009, representing district 22. He served as Majority Whip. Wilkey was first elected to the house in 1996 after Republican incumbent Richard Turner retired.1 He did not seek reelection in 2008.2

Birth

Robert Wilkey was born on December 12, 1956.3

Religion

Robert Wilkey is Presbyterian.3

Family

Robert Wilkey is married to Terry, and together they have two children named Grace and Seth.3

Education

Wilkey received his education from the following institutions:

Political experience

Wilkey has had the following political experience:

  • Majority Whip, Kentucky House of Representatives, 2007–2009
  • Representative, Kentucky House of Representatives, 1997–20093

Organizations

Wilkey has been a member of the following organizations:

  • Board Member, Chamber of Commerce
  • Chair, Ducks Unlimited
  • Former President, Franklin-Simpson Chamber of Commerce
  • Member, Kentucky Bar Association
  • Former President, Optimist Club
  • Elder, Bowling Green Presbyterian Church3
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References

References

  1. "Monroe County politicians upset with governor". The Lexington Herald-Leader. August 9, 1996. p. B1.
  2. "Wilkey won't seek seek re-election for leadership post". The Lexington Herald-Leader Blog. May 7, 2008.
  3. "Robert 'Rob' D. Wilkey's Biography". VoteSmart. Retrieved 8 September 2012.