Cy Thao

American politician (born 1972)

Cy Thao


Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 65A district
In office 2003–2011
Preceded by	Andy Dawkins
Succeeded by	Rena Moran

Personal details
Born	(1972-03-02) March 2, 1972 (age 52) Laos
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Lee Vang
Children	2
Alma mater	University of Minnesota, Morris

Cy Thao (born March 2, 1972) is a Laotian-born Hmong American politician who served as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2003 to 2011.

Early life and education

In 1975, Thao's family fled from Communists in Laos and lived in a refugee camp in Thailand until moving to the United States in 1980. Shortly thereafter, he joined the Boy Scouts of America and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. He credits Scouting with helping him blend into American society and teaching him the values of community obligation.^[1] Thao is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Morris (UMM).^[2]

Career

A Democrat, Thao was first elected in 2002.^[2] He did not seek re-election in 2010, and left office on January 3, 2011.^[3] Thao represented District 65A, which includes portions of Saint Paul.

References

^ Townley, Alvin (2006-12-26). Legacy of Honor: The Values and Influence of America's Eagle Scouts. New York: St. Martin's Press. pp. 118–119. ISBN 0-312-36653-1. Archived from the original on 2006-12-19. Retrieved 2006-12-29.
^ ^a ^b "Minnesota Legislators Past & Present - Legislator Record - Thao, Cy". Leg.state.mn.us. Retrieved 2010-07-20.
^ "Capitol View®".