Kristen McDonald Rivet | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 35th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Curt VanderWall |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Kristen McDonald |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Joseph Rivet |
| Children | 6 |
| Relatives | Karen McDonald (sister) |
| Education | Michigan State University (BA) University of Michigan, Flint (MA) |
Kristen McDonald Rivet is an American politician who is a member of the Michigan Senate for the 35th district. She was elected in November 2022 and took office on January 1, 2023.
Early life and education
McDonald Rivet was raised in Portland, Michigan, with her fraternal twin sister Karen McDonald. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Michigan State University and a Master of Arts in education and public administration from the University of Michigan–Flint.[1]
Career
Prior to entering politics, McDonald Rivet served as chief of staff for State Superintendent Michael P. Flanagan and was vice president of the Skillman Foundation.[2] McDonald Rivet later served as a member of the Bay City Commission, representing the city's 2nd ward.[3] She was elected to the Michigan Senate in November 2022, defeating Republican state Representative Annette Glenn.[4][5]
Personal life
McDonald Rivet and her husband, Joseph Rivet, have six children.
References
- ↑ Chalk, Dan (2022-09-30). "McDonald Rivet, Glenn share views in 35th State Senate District race". Midland Daily News. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ↑ "Kristen McDonald". Detroit Regional Chamber. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ↑ "Michigan Legislature is up for grabs: These are races to watch on Election Day | Bridge Michigan". www.bridgemi.com. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ↑ Chalk, Dan (2022-11-09). "McDonald Rivet defeats Glenn for 35th District state senate seat". Midland Daily News. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ↑ "Kristen McDonald Rivet". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-11-16.