Cy Thao

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.

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 53) Laos
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Lee Vang
Children	2
Alma mater	University of Minnesota, Morris

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.

See also

• Scouting portal

• History of the Hmong in Minneapolis–Saint Paul