David Tangipa
Member-elect of the California State Assembly
from the 8th district
Assuming office
December 2, 2024
SucceedingJim Patterson
Personal details
Born (1995-12-09) December 9, 1995 (age 28)
Sacramento, California, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Residence(s)Fresno, California, U.S.
EducationCalifornia State University, Fresno (BS, MBA)
College football career
PositionTight End
Class20
MajorPolitical science/Criminology
Career highlights and awards

David Jariustokaeutulelei Tangipa[1] (born December 9, 1995) is an American businessman, former football player, and politician who is a member-elect of the California State Assembly from the 8th district.

Early life and education

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Tangipa born and raised in Sacramento, California to a veteran father and Tongan mother. He attended California State University, Fresno, where he played tight end for the Bulldogs and earned a Bachelor of Science in political science and criminology as well as a Master of Business Administration.[2]

Career

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Football

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Tangipa played on the Fresno State Bulldogs football team as a tight end.

Politics

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Tangipa worked as a field representative for Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig.

References

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  1. ^ https://x.com/DavidTangipaCA/status/1755438020944412886. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. ^ Torres, Monty (October 7, 2024). "Meet The Candidate: David Tangipa, 8th Assembly District". KMPH-TV. Retrieved November 10, 2024.