John Kowalko
John Kowalko | |
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Kowalko in 2015 | |
| Member of the Delaware House of Representatives from the 25th district | |
| In office November 8, 2006 – November 9, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Stephanie Ulbrich |
| Succeeded by | Cyndie Romer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 17, 1945 Portsmouth, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | October 25, 2025 (aged 80) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Other political affiliations | Working Families Party |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | St. Joseph's Prep Temple University |
| Profession | Machinist |
| Website | Official website |
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John A. Kowalko Jr. (September 17, 1945 – October 25, 2025) was an American politician who was a Democratic member of the Delaware House of Representatives from 2006 to 2022. He represented District 25, which covers parts of Newark, Delaware.
As one of the first progressive members of the state legislature, he helped grow the progressive movement in the state, paving the way for many new progressives in state politics. He was praised by both Democrats and Republicans for his passionate and outspoken advocacy on numerous issues, building a reputation for fighting on behalf of government accountability and working families.