Biographical Information
Born: May 5, 1951 in Sulphur Springs, TX
Marital Status: Married
Spouse: Pam
Children: Meghan, John
Education: MPA, University of Michigan-Flint; BA in political science, University of Michigan
Employment/Military Record: AFSCME political director; administrative assistant to former Sen. Gary Corbin
Governmental Leadership (Elected or Appointed)
Lt. Governor (1/1/2003 - 12/31/2010)
Other Offices: Lieutenant Governor (2003-present); Jobs Commission Board (1996-2004); Senate minority leader (1996-2004); Senate (1987-2004); House (1983-86)
Elections and Political Participation
Governor 2010
Withdrew
Campaign Finance Reports
Governor 2010
Primary Vote:
NA
Campaign Finance Reports
Endorsements:
AFSCME Council 25, UAW
Governor 2010
Primary Vote:
NA
Campaign Finance Reports
Lt. Governor 2006
General Vote:
2,142,166 of 3,801,434 (56%)
Primary Vote:
530,243 of 530,243 (100%)
Campaign Finance Reports
Lt. Governor 2002
General Vote:
1,633,796 of 3,152,311 (51%)
Primary Vote:
499,129 of 1,046,673 (47%)
Political Activities: Seventh Congressional District Democratic Committee chair; Genesee County Democratic Executive Board; Oakland County Democratic Executive Board
