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John Kavanagh
Profile
John Kavanagh is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Arizona Senate, representing the 3rd legislative district. A former police officer with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, he transitioned to a career in academia and politics after moving to Arizona. Throughout his legislative tenure, Kavanagh has focused on issues including criminal justice, veteran affairs, and animal protection, while also drawing attention for his conservative stances on voting access, police oversight, and social policies. He is the author of the 2025 book 'State Legislatures: An Owner's Manual'.
Details
- Born
- June 5, 1950 · 76 years old
- Birth place
- Queens, New York
- Education
- New York University (BA), St. John's University (MA), Rutgers University (PhD)
- Career
- Police officer (detective sergeant), professor of criminal justice, program director at Scottsdale Community College
