Samuel D. Roberts

Samuel D. "Sam" Roberts (born April 3, 1956)[1] is a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly representing the 128th Assembly District, which includes a portion of Syracuse and the towns of DeWitt, Onondaga and Salina.

Samuel D. Roberts
Member of the New York State Assembly
from the 128th district
In office
January 1, 2011 – June 17, 2015
Preceded byJoan Christensen
Succeeded byPamela Hunter
Personal details
Born (1956-04-03) April 3, 1956[1]
Syracuse, New York[1]
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Leonna[1]
Childrentwo[1]
ResidenceSyracuse, New York[1]
WebsiteOfficial website

Roberts is retired from General Motors where he worked for 30 years and was a member of the United Auto Workers union. He was elected as Recording Secretary of UAW Local 465 and Chair of Local 854's Education and Civil Rights Committees.[2]

During his employment with General Motors, Roberts also served five terms (1990–2000) as an Onondaga County Legislator, representing the county's 19th Legislative District.[1][2]

He earned a bachelor's degree from Empire State College, an associate's degree from Onondaga Community College, and holds certificates in labor studies from Cornell University.

Roberts is also a practitioner of martial arts, holding a sixth degree black belt in American Shotokan Karate.[2] According to his autobiography, he was a top ranked competitor prior to retirement from competition.

References
  1. "Legislative Preview: Meet The New Members". The Capitol. Manhattan Media. January 6, 2011. Retrieved March 22, 2011.
  2. "Samuel D. Roberts: Biography". New York State Assembly. Retrieved March 22, 2011.
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