Thomas Scott Begich (born October 31, 1960) is an American politician and a Democratic member of the Alaska Senate. He has represented District J since January 2017, was elected twice without general election opposition, and in 2022 his district was redistricted. It became Senate Seat I and Begich chose to withdraw his candidacy for the seat.

Career

Begich is a musician and author. He has released six albums and has performed in venues across the country. He is also the author of a book of poetry, "Six Truths, Fifty Sonnets." He was a delegate to the 2004 Democratic National Convention.

Personal life

Tom's father was

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, a member of the United States House of Representatives. His brother,

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, was a member of the United States Senate and his brother

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author, scientist and researcher. Tom's uncle, Joseph Begich, served 18 years in the

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. Begich's wife, Sarah Sledge is a singer and songwriter.

References

External links

Official page
at the

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Begich, Tom 1960 births 21st-century American politicians Democratic Party Alaska state senators Bard College alumni Begich family Living people Politicians from Anchorage, Alaska