Amy Kennedy is an American educator, mental health advocate, and former political candidate from the state of New Jersey.
11 Facts About Amy Kennedy
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Amy Kennedy was the Democratic Party nominee in the 2020 elections to represent in the United States House of Representatives, losing to incumbent Jeff Van Drew.
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Amy Kennedy graduated in 1997 from Holy Spirit High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Pennsylvania State University.
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Amy Kennedy later earned a Master of Science in environmental education from Nova Southeastern University.
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Amy Kennedy later became an education director of the Kennedy Forum, a mental health advocacy group founded by her husband.
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Amy Kennedy's victory was particularly notable as an "upset victory" because Harrison had been supported by George Norcross, a powerful figure in New Jersey politics.
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Amy Kennedy faced Republican incumbent Jeff Van Drew, who was originally elected as a Democrat, in the general election.
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Amy Kennedy's campaign focused on mental health issues and education.
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Amy Kennedy is supportive of expanding the Affordable Care Act.
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Amy Kennedy raised $1.4 million for her primary campaign, including a $500,000 personal loan.
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Amy Kennedy met Mark Petitgout in college, and they married in 2003.