Nate Blouin (born 1989)[1] is an American politician who represents Utah's 13th Senate District in the Utah State Senate.
Nate Blouin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Utah State Senate from the 13th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Gene Davis (Redistricting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1989 (age 34–35) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Occupation | Renewable energy advocate |
Education and career
editBlouin received his associate's degree from Salt Lake Community College and his bachelor's degree from the University of Utah. He graduated from Brown University with a Master of Public Administration.[2] Before being elected, Blouin worked with clean energy groups and environmental organizations to promote renewable energy.[3]
Political career
editBlouin announced his candidacy for the Utah State Senate in 2022; his priorities included clean air and affordable housing.[4] He won the Democratic primary against Gene Davis with nearly 76% of the vote.[1] In the general election, he beat Republican Roger L. Stout with 72% of the vote.[5][6]
References
edit- ^ a b Miller, Saige (July 27, 2022). "Utah's legislature doesn't reflect the population. 2 millennials want to change that". KUER. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
- ^ "About Senator Nate". Nate for Utah. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
- ^ "Nate Blouin: Fighting climate change in Utah will take political courage". The Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
- ^ Bojórquez, Kim (June 24, 2022). "Five races to watch in Utah's primary election". Axios. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
- ^ "Election results". electionresults.utah.gov. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
- ^ "LATEST RESULTS: Spencer Cox projected to win governor seat, Trump wins Utah". KUTV. Associated Press. November 3, 2020. Retrieved February 10, 2023.