Biographical Information

Born: March 31, 1964 in Pontiac
Marital Status: Married
Children: wife, Teri; two children
Education: Bachelor's degree in political science from Adrian College
Employment/Military Record: Former executive director, Michigan Association for Children with Emotional Disorders, former development officer for Alma College
Community Activities: Member of board of directors of Capital Area Girl Scout Council, member of PTA and member of NSFRE

Elections and Political Participation

Governor 2010
General Vote: 1,289,807 of 3,233,995 (39%)
Primary Vote: 309,518 of 528,822 (58%)
Campaign Finance Reports

Michigan Senate 23rd District 2002
General Vote: 44,136 of 82,717 (53%)
Primary Vote: 16,585 of 28,367 (58%)

Political Activities: Former legislative aide for Sen. Jim Berryman, worked on campaigns for Mr. Berryman for Senate and for U.S. House