John Mandt
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John Franklin Mandt Jr. (born May 8, 1963) is an American businessman, politician, who formerly served as a Republican member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 16, which includes parts of Cabell and Lincoln counties. First elected in 2018, he resigned after it was reported he made homophobic remarks in a private Facebook chat.[1] Mandt previously referred to the LGBT community as "the alphabet hate group" and called Delegate Eric Porterfield "a great guy" in response to his own anti-gay comments.[2][3]
Quick Facts Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from the 16th district, Preceded by ...
John Mandt | |
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Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from the 16th district | |
Assumed office December 1, 2020 | |
In office December 1, 2018 ā October 3, 2020 | |
Preceded by | Carol Miller |
Personal details | |
Born | John Franklin Mandt Jr. (1963-05-08) May 8, 1963 (age 61) Huntington, West Virginia, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Ami McGinnis |
Children | 6 |
Residence(s) | Huntington, West Virginia |
Alma mater | Marshall University (Did not graduate) |
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