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Hooper, Don
671 M-73
Iron River, MI 49935

Born in Iron River; married; attended North Park College in Chicago; self-employed for 30 years, U.S.Army veteran; www.tcoinc.com/hooper/

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Stupak, Bart
4101 Michigan Shores
Menominee, MI 49858

Born February 29, 1952; Married; wife, Laurie; child: Ken (Bart Jr. deceased); Graduate of Gladstone High School, associates degree from Northwestern Michigan College, bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Saginaw Valley State University, law degree from Cooley Law School; Attorney, former State Police officer; Member of U.S. House (1993-present), former member of state House (1989-90), unsuccessful primary candidate for state Senate (1990); www.stupak4congress.org/

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Loosemore, John W.
H.C. 1, Box 124 Pettola Road
Pelkie, MI 49958

Born January 29, 1964 in Pontiac; Married; wife, Reiko; Associates degree in technology from Pierre College, Tacoma, WA; Enlisted in U.S. Army (1984-1988), machinist (1988-Present); Was Libertarian candidate for U.S. House in 1988 and 2000

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Hoekstra, Peter
1454 Cimmoran Drive
Holland, MI 49423

Born October 30, 1953 in Groniger, The Netherlands; Married; wife, Diane; 3 children; Graduate of Holland Christian High, bachelor's degree in political science from Hope College, master's degree in business administration from University of Michigan; Vice president in marketing at Herman Miller for 15 years; Member of U.S. House (1993-present); www.hoekstraforcongress.com

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Wrisley, Jeffrey A.
5566 West Branch Street
Pentwater, MI 49449

Graduated from Pentwater High School, bachelor's degree in economics, political science and religion from Michigan State University, master's degree in business administration from MSU, master's degree in Soviet and East European Studies from University of Michigan, pursuing Ph.D. in international finance; worked nine years for Texas Instruments, worked for Lockheed Martin Corporation in the Information Systems Group, established company to help churches and non-profits raise funds on the Internet; jeff@jeffwrisleyforcongress.org www.jeffwrisleyforcongress.org/

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Aleck, Laurie L.
8711 South Eberhart Avenue
Clare, MI 48617

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Graeser, Ronald E.
990 West 48th Street
Fremont, MI 49412

Born January 12, 1941 in Baltimore, MD; Married; wife, Gail; three daughters; Attended University of Arizona, Calvin College and Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine; Worked as a physician, engineer and in the U.S. Army Reserves; Active in American Osteopathic Association, Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons

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Ehlers, Vernon
1848 Morningside Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Born February 6, 1934 in Pipestone, MN; Married; wife, Johanna; four children; Bachelor's degree from Calvin College and doctorate in nuclear and atomic physics University of California-Berkley; Former physics professor at Calvin College. Active with various civic, environmental and church groups; Member of U.S. House (1993-present, former member of state Senate (1985 special election-1993), state House (1983-1985) and Kent County Commissioner (1975-1982); ehlers@ehlers.org www.ehlers.org

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Lynnes, Kathryn D.
316 Bristol N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Born October 2, 1957 in Muskegon; Single; Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Michigan Technological University, law degree from University of Oregon; Environmental consultant; Member of Michigan Partners for Parity, board of Kent County Democrats; Active in NAMI, NDMDA, Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, MML, MEDA; www.katelynnesforcongress.com

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Quinn, Tom
13190 Pine Island Drive
Sparta, MI 49345

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Camp, Dave
5901 Woodview Pass
Midland, MI 48642

Born July 9, 1953 in Midland; married; wife, Nancy; one child; Bachelor's degree from Albion College, law degree from University of California in San Diego; Former assistant to U.S. Rep. Bill Schuette, former special assistant attorney general; Member of U.S. House (1991-present), former member of state House (1989-90); Campaign manager for Schuette Congressional campaign; www.davecamp4congress.org/

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Hollenbeck, Lawrence D.
503 North Jeffery Avenue
Ithaca, MI 48847

Born April 19, 1939 in Breckenridge; Married; wife, Verna; children: Heather, Donald and Janeen; Bachelor's degree in social studies and history from Mankato State University, master's from Western Michigan University; teacher; Member of county commission (1983-1984); Former secretary, county chair and precinct delegate; member of Jaycees, Lions; www.votehollenbeck.com

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Chia, Al Jr.
2832 Warwick
Saginaw, MI 48603

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Johnson, Sterling
622 South Arnold
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Born July, 1950 in Chicago, IL; married; one daughter; graduated from St. Mel High School, bachelor's in history/political science from Benedict College, master's in public administration from Bowling Green University, Ph. D. in international politics from Ohio State University; served for five years as a foreign service officer in the consular and political cones, Central Michigan University for 15 years as an associate professor in International Politics, American Foreign Policy, International Law, African politics and African American Politics; author

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Kildee, Dale E.
516 Kensington
Flint, MI 48503

Born September 16, 1929 in Flint; married; Gayle; three children; Bachelor's degree from Sacred Heart Seminary, teacher's certificate from University of Detroit, Master's degree from University of Michigan and graduate studies at University of Peshawar (Pakistan); Former teacher; Member of U.S. House (1977-present), former member of state House (1965-74) and state Senate (1975-76); Active with Optimists, Urban League, Knights of Columbus, American Federation of Teachers, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; www.kildeeforcongress.org/

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Foster, Clint
1084 Raven Drive
Bay City, MI 48706

Born October, 1962 in Saginaw; Single; Northwood University (business management studies); Owner/operator of Mobil DJ Company; Unsuccessful candidate for U.S. House in 1998 and 2000; Co-Founder of Tri-City Libertarian Party; www.clintforCongress.com

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Mikkelson, Harley
3122 West Caro Road
Caro, MI 48723

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Upton, Fred
285 Ridgeway
St. Joseph, MI 49085

Born April 23, 1953 in St. Joseph; Married; wife, Amey; children Meg and Stephen; Bachelor's degree in journalism from University of Michigan; Member of U.S. House (1987-present); former project coordinator for U.S. Rep. David Stockman, legislative affairs assistant for Office of Management and Budget; Member of Kalamazoo Area Academic Achievement Program Board Member, Michigan Chapter of the Nature Conservancy Board of Trustees, Faith and Politics, Steering Committee; www.uptonforallofus.com

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Giguere, Gary C. Jr.
7056 Hickory Point West
Portage, MI 49024

Born October 24, 1966 in Flint; Married; wife, Stephanie; two children; Bachelor's degree in history from University of Michigan-Flint, law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School; Michigan Army National Guard (1984-1990), Circuit Court Law Clerk (1992-1993), Court of Appeals research attorney (1993), assistant prosecuting attorney (1993-1997), attorney in private practice (1997-present); Was college coordinator for U.S. Sen. Don Riegle (1998), campaign coordinator for Paul Bridenstine for district court (1996); Immediate past president, Kalamazoo County Bar Association; former treasurer of Kalamazoo County Trial Lawyers; vice president of Guardian, Inc.; member, Kalamazoo Criminal Justice Council; www.giguereforcongress.com

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Smith, Nick
12780 Addison Road
Addison, MI 49220

Born November 5, 1934; Married; wife, Bonnie; children, Brad, Julianna, Elizabeth and Stacie; Master's degree in economics from University of Delaware and bachelor's degree from Michigan State University; Former U.S. Air Force Intelligence officer, squadron commander Civil Air Patrol and farmer; Member of U.S. House (1993-present), former member of state Senate (1983-1992), state House (1979-1982), county Board of Supervisors, township supervisor, township trustee; Former county Republican chair; 4-H Leader, Church Deacon and Trustee; repsmith@mail.house.gov www.house.gov/nicksmith

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Simpson, Mike
617 Lake Street
Addison, MI 49220

Born December 11, 1962 in Ypsilanti; Married; Linda-Wife, Andrea-Daughter, Jason-Son, Gina-daughter (Deceased); High school; Owner of Two Restaurants, began work in family trucking business; Active in Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Restaurant Association; mike@simpsonforuscongress.com www.simpsonforuscongress.com

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Proctor, Ken
111 West Needmore
Charlotte, MI 48813

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Rogers, Mike
6899 Corrigan Drive
Brighton, MI 48116

Born June, 1963; married; wife, Diane; three children; Bachelor's degree in sociology and criminal justice from Adrian College; completed ROTC courses at University of Michigan; Army veteran, serving as company commander in a rapid deployment unit. Former FBI agent, assigned to organized crime. Co-founder of EBI Builders; Member of U.S. House (2001-present), former member of state Senate (1994-2000); Member of Cleary College Board of Trustees, Howell Jaycees, several local chambers of commerce, Rotary. Active in American Heart Association and March of Dimes Walk America; www.rogers4congress.com/

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McAlpine, Frank
610 University Drive
East Lansing, MI 48823

Born 1951 in Fairgrove; married; wife, Monica; three children; Graduated from Plymouth High School, bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan, law degree from John Marshall Law School; attorney with former practice in San Diego CA, former hearing officer for Department of Education

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Yeutter, Thomas
3384 West Howell Road
Mason, MI 48854

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Knollenberg, Joe
1130 Park Place Court
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Born November 28, 1933 in Mattoon IL; married; wife, Sandi; two children; Bachelor's degree from Eastern Illinois University; Former owner of Knollenberg Allstate Insurance Agency; Member of U.S. House (1993-present); www.house.gov/knollenberg/

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Fink, David
2900 Lakewoods Court
West Bloomfield, MI 48324

Born September 25, 1952 in Detroit; Married; wife, Trudy; children: Lauren and Nathan; Attended Oakland County public schools; bachelor's and law degree from Harvard; Practiced law in Oakland County for 24 years; Led Oakland County petition drive to repeal Michigan's concealed weapons law and assisted campaign to expand the SMART system for senior citizens and the mobility impaired; Active in Bloomfield Hills Recreation Commission, Bloomfield Hills blue Ribbon Committee on School Finance, Greater Detroit Chamber of Commerce Energy and Environmental Policy Committee, Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, Environmental Regulation Task Force; www.davidfink2002.org

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Schubring, Robert
2723 Avonhurst Drive
Troy, MI 48084

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Miller, Candice S.
28840 Old North River
Harrison Township, MI 48045

Born May 7, 1954 in St. Clair Shores; Married; husband, Don; daughter Wendy; Attended Macomb Community College and Northwood University; Secretary of State (1995-present); former Macomb County treasurer (1993-1994), Harrison Township supervisor (1981-1993), Harrison Township trustee (1979-1980); Member of Selfridge Air National Guard Base Community Council, Care House Child Advocacy Center Board, Turning Point Domestic Abuse Shelter Board; www.candice-miller.com

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Marlinga, Carl J.
5228 Caraway
Sterling Heights, MI 48314

Born January 9, 1947 in Detroit; married; wife, Barbara; five Brandi Lynn, Rick, Matthew, Holly Ann, Jennifer; Graduate of Notre Dame High School in Harper Woods, bachelor's degree in history from University of Detroit, law degree from University of Michigan; Former partner in Southfield law firm of Bushnell, Gage, Doctoroff and Reizen (1981-85), former assistant Macomb County prosecutor, former assistant U.S. attorney (1980-81) and special trial attorney for U.S. Justice Department's Organized Crime Strike Force; Macomb County prosecutor (1985-present), pursued candidacy for attorney general (1998) and Supreme Court (2000) dropping out before party conventions; Member of Michigan Democratic Party Platform Committee, State Central Committee; Active in CareHouse, Channel Keeper, Leukemia Society; cmarlinga@yahoo.com www.marlingaforcongress.com/

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Coon, Renae
5280 Washington Road
Carsonville, MI 48419

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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McCotter, Thaddeus G.
18430 Golfview
Livonia, MI 48152

Born August 22, 1965 in Detroit; Married; wife, Rita; children George, Timothy and Emilia; Graduated from Detroit Catholic Central High, bachelor's degree and law degree from University of Detroit; Member of State Senate (1999-present); former member of Wayne County Commission (1992-1998), Schoolcraft Community College Trustee (1989); Member of Ancient Order of Hibernians, ARC of Northwest Wayne County, several local chambers of commerce, Friends of Greenmead, Friends of the Livonia Library, Knights of Columbus, Livonia Historical Society, Livonia Jaycees, Michigan Political History Society, Michigan United Conservation Clubs, National Rifle Association, Oakland County Republican Party, Plymouth Community Arts Council, Plymouth Historical Society, Plymouth Symphony Orchestra, Redford Republican Party, Safari Club International-Novi Chapter, Special Olympics, U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Western Oakland Republican Club, YMCA; www.mccotter2002.com

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Kelley, Kevin
14900 Fox
Redford, MI 48239

married; wife, Connie Skinner McNealey; children: Andrew and Kyle; Graduate of Catholic Central High School, bachelor's degree in political science from Central Michigan University, master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University; worked in state House and Senate and served as the deputy chief of staff for the Democratic speaker of the House, political science instructor at Schoolcraft Community College, former Redford Twp. deputy supervisor; Redford Township supervisor (1997-present), former member of Wayne County Commission (1993-96); Son of former Detroit City Council member Jack Kelley; Chair of the Conference of Western Wayne and Telegraph Tomorrow, active in Eight Mile Boulevard Association and the Council of Neighborhood Associations, member of the Southeast Michigan Boys and Girls Club Board, Redford Chamber of Commerce and Ancient order of Hibernians

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Boyd, William
43819 Fredericksburg
Canton, MI 48188

Born January 4, 1968 in Detroit; Married; Kelly Boyd (wife) Ryan Boyd (3) & Brandon Boyd (1); Master's degree in educational technology from University of Michigan, bachelor's degree in history/political science from Michigan State University, teaching certification from Eastern Michigan University; Teacher at Plymouth-Canton Community Schools 8 years; Active in PCEA, MEA, NEA, and MHSAA; polecat11@iwon.com

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Malone, Dan
58240 Travis Road
New Hudson, MI 48165

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Dean, Harvey R.
32845 Coventry Place
Warren, MI 48093

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Levin, Sander
145 Georgetown Square North
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Born September 6, 1931 in Detroit; Married; wife, Vicki; four children; Bachelor's degree from University of Chicago, master's degree in international relations from Columbia University, law degree from Harvard; Worked as assistant administrator in the Agency for International Development; Member of U.S. House (1983-present), former member of Oakland County Board of Supervisors (1961-1964), State Senate (1965-1970), unsuccessful candidate for Governor (1970, 1974); member of Coalition of Health Communities, Troy Community Anti-Drug Coalition, Utica Community Action Team, Warren Tank Plant Local Redevelopment Committee

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Gach, Dick
4301 Derry Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Born October 17, 1926 in Detroit; Married; wife, Bernice; children: Steve, Larry and Karen; Bachelor's degree in physics from University of Michigan; Worked as a home builder since 1953; member of Building Industry Association, Optimist Club of West Bloomfield, American Legion; gachforcongress@aol.com

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Revis, Steven T.
32525 Columbus
Warren, MI 48088

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Kilpatrick, Carolyn Cheeks
7445 LaSalle Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48206

Born June 25, 1945 in Detroit; Divorced; children, Kwame and Ayanna; Master's degree in education administration from University of Michigan; attended Ferris State and Western Michigan University; teacher (1970-1978); Member of U.S. House (1997-present), former member of state House (1979-1996); Member of "Your Children, Our Children" Resource Committee, Detroit Substance Abuse Advisory Council, National Organization of 100 Black Women, National Black Caucus of State Legislators, National Order of Women Legislators

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Warner, Raymond H.
6669 Fern
Detroit, MI 48210

Born October 4, 1947 in Detroit; graduate of Redford Union High School, attended Wayne State University; Retired civil servant; Unsuccessful candidate in 1996 and 2000

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Stone, Dave
8971 Hubert Avenue
Allen Park, MI 48101

Born October 25, 1954; Married; wife, Pamela; Certificate of Completion from Motech Automotive Education Center, University of Michigan-Dearborn, University of Detroit, Berean Bible College; Sale and Service Rep., Branch Special Markets Manager, Truck Driver, Honorable Discharge U.S. Navy Vietnam Era; Lincoln Park Moose, American Legion Post 409, Michigan United Conservation Clubs, N.R.A.; DAVESTONE@prodigy.net

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Conyers, John Jr.
2727 West Seven Mile Road
Detroit, MI 48221

Born May 16, 1929 in Detroit; married; wife, Monica; two children; Bachelor's and law degrees from Wayne State University; Attorney; Member of U.S. House (1965-present), unsuccessful candidate for mayor of Detroit (1989, 1993); Active with NAACP, Wolverine Bar Association, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Tuskegee Air Man; www.house.gov/conyers/

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Schorr, Francis J.
19330 Grandview Street
Detroit, MI 48219

Born June 21, 1965, Detroit; Divorced; children: Joe, 8 and Jessica, 6; Currently attends University of Phoenix, majoring in business management; Systems tester with Met Life since 1997; Corresponding secretary, Detroit Police Dept. 8th Precinct Police-Community Relations Org., member, Project Management Institute; FJSchorr2@hotmail.com

GRN

Litle, John D.
15820 Trinity Street
Detroit, MI 48223

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Kaltenbach, Martin
840 Meridan
Dearborn, MI 48124

Born July 15, 1964 in Detroit; Married; wife, Carol; one child, Jasmine; associate in arts from Henry Ford Community College, attended University of Michigan (Dearborn); former Teamster, paint contractor, currently real estate investor and appraiser; Unsuccessful candidate for Wayne County Commission (1996); has worked on school of choice proposals, tax reduction proposals, and for several candidates; Knights of Columbus, Jaycees, Michigan Coalition of Concerned Gun Owners, Motor City Blight Busters, English First, Citizens Against Government Waste

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Dingell, John D.
5208 Royal Vale Lane
Dearborn, MI 48126

Born July 8, 1926 in Colorado Springs CO; married; wife, Deborah; four children; Bachelor's degree and law degree from Georgetown University; Attorney, former assistant Wayne County prosecutor; Member of U.S. House (1955-present); Active with Migratory Bird Conservation Commission; www.dingellforcongress.com/

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Stempfle, Gregory
23150 Hollander
Dearborn, MI 48128

Born December 19, 1976 in San Antonio, Texas; Married; wife, Shelly; Bachelor's degree in biology from Wayne State University; HIV resistance research assistant as Henry Ford Hospital; www.mi.lp.org

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Cassell, Cynthia
3876 Bishop
Detroit, MI 48224

Born March 18, 1962 in Ann Arbor; single; Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from University of Michigan; Investigative journalist/researcher; State GOP delegate, Wayne County Executive Committee Secretary (2000-present), campaign worker for Ronald Reagan, George Bush, Bob Dole, George W Bush, MaryEllen Stempfle; Active in Pro life of Michigan, Fort Wayne Golden Retriever Rescue, Investigative Reporters and Editors, Native American Journalist Association, the Federalist Society, Acton Institute

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Clarke, Hansen
4221 Cass #500
Detroit, MI 48201

Born March 2, 1957 in Detroit; Bachelor's degree in fine arts from Cornell University, law degree from Georgetown University; Worked for U.S. Rep. John Conyers, as well as served as executive assistant for Wayne County Executive Ed McNamara; Member of state House (1991-92, and 1999-present); Former president of the Michigan Public Purchasing Officers Association, trustee of Michigan Housing Trust Fund and serves on the board of Saratoga and Holy Cross Hospitals, member of Alpha Phi Alpha

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Schroder, Jeffrey
12092 Subieski
Hamtramck, MI 48212

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Scott, Martha G.
75 Rhode Island
Highland Park, MI 48203

Born November 10, 1935 in Ware Shoals, SC; Two children; Graduated from Highland Park Junior College; Former mayor of Highland Park (1988), former president of the Highland Park City Council (1984-87), vice chair of the Civil Service Commission of Wayne County (1980-82); Member of state Senate (2001-present), former member of state House (1995-96, 1997)

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Hernandez, Jose A.
22219 Nowlin
Dearborn, MI 48124

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Clark, Irma
2688 Oakman Blvd
Detroit, MI 48238

Born in Detroit; Married; husband, Ron D. Coleman Sr.; two children; Bachelor's degree and master's from Wayne State University; Director of human relations for Wayne County; Member of state House (1999-present), former member of Detroit Board of Education (1991-1998); Life member NAACP, God Land Unity Church, Michigan Democratic Party and Trade Union Leadership Council, 15th Congressional District Precinct Delegate and Executive Board member, Past co-chair Detroit Goodfellows Drive, Co-chair 1997 and 1998 United Way Community Services Drive, Past Travelers Aid Society Board, Charter Member of Civic Center Optimist Club, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Detroit Workers Partnership Advisory Board, National School Board Association, Michigan Association of School Board, School of the 21st Century, National Alliance of Black School Educators, Mackenzie High School's "Aspires" Program

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Mastney, Karen L.
20139 Stratford Road
Detroit, MI 48221

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Thomas, Samuel Buzz
19260 Burlington
Detroit, MI 48203

Born January 28, 1969 in Detroit; single; Bachelor's degree from University of Pennsylvania; worked as a home builder and senior legislative assistant; Member of state House (1997-present), current Minority Leader; Active in NAACP, Alpha Phi Alpha, Mathew McNeely Neighborhood Foundation, NCSL

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Patrick, Bonnie
26413 West Hills Drive
Inkster, MI 48141

Born May 30, 1949 in Dearborn; Married; husband, Robert Jr; children: Robert III, Lawrence, Bryan; Graduate of Dearborn High School; Self-Employed cosmetics consultant; Precinct delegate in Inkster for 6 years; Worked on local/statewide campaigns, such as for President George W. Bush; Vice president Ladies Faith Ministry in church; active in Master's Club program (children's program); member of Faith Baptist Church in Dearborn Heights; bpatrick2002@juno.com patrick2002.org

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Leland, Burton
17254 Bentler
Detroit, MI 48219

Born November 24, 1948 in Detroit; Married; wife, Rosanne; children: Zachary and Gabriel; Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University, master's degree from University of Michigan; Former social worker; Member of state Senate (1999-present), former member of state House (1981-98); Member of National Association of Social Workers

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Toy, Laura M.
32663 Five Mile
Livonia, MI 48154

Born December 22, 1951 in Detroit; Single; Graduate of Bentley High School, Associate Arts from Schoolcraft College, Bachelor of General Studies from University of Michigan-Dearborn; Business owner; Member of state House (1999-present), former Livonia treasurer (1996-98), Livonia City Council (1987-95), Schoolcraft College Trustee (7 years); Active in Livonia Business and Professional Women's Club, Italian American Club of Livonia, League of Women Voters, Suburban Republican Women, Livonia Chamber of Commerce, Redford Chamber of Commerce, Friends of the Livonia and Michigan Libraries, Livonia Historical Society, State Political Historical Society, Friends of Greenmead, Livonia Symphony Society, Wayne County Republican Club; www.lauratoyforsenate.com

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DeHart, Eileen
32017 Anita Drive
Westland, MI 48185

Born September 15, 1948 in Wayne; Married; husband, Ben; children: Teresa, Brian, Becky, Ben, Tim; Graduated from Belleville High School, attended Michigan State University; Secretary for Wayne Westland Schools and legal assistant; Member of Westland City Council (2001-present), former member of State House (1994-2000); Volunteered for over 30 years on various candidate and ballot campaigns; Westland Cluitans, Elderly Housing Director for Planning Commissioner, Women in Government, Westland Goodfellows, Friends of the Rouge, Relay for Life

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Patterson, Bruce
42479 Redfern Drive
Canton, MI 48187

Born February 7, 1947 in Detroit; Married; wife, Phyllis; Children: Justin, Denise and Lauren; Graduate of Redford (Detroit) High School; bachelor's degree and law degrees from Wayne State University; Small business owner; administrator, Eastern Michigan University; Member of state House (1999-present); associate speaker pro tempore (1999-00) and majority floor leader (2001-present), former Wayne County commissioner (1995-98); Active in St. Thomas a' Becket, Huron Valley Conservation Club, Western Wayne County Conservation Association, Lost Lake Woods Association, Canton Township Hall of Fame; bpatterson@patterson4senate.com www.patterson4senate.com

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Mans, George W.
2414 West Jefferson
Trenton, MI 48183

Born January 31, 1940 in Detroit; Married; wife, Carol; four children; Graduated from Trenton High School, bachelor's degree in history from University of Michigan (captain of UM football team in 1961); Worked as a teacher and coach (at UM, Eastern Michigan University and Michigan Technological University, former manufacturer representative and self-employed in computer software sales; Member of state House (1997-present), former mayor of Trenton (1983-89, Trenton School Board (1976-73); www.mansforsenate.com

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Montelauro, Pamela Sharron
2458 21st
Wyandotte, MI 48192

Born September 18, 1947 in Grayling; divorced; four children; Graduate of Grand Haven High School, attended Wayne County Community College and Macomb County Community College; worked for U.S.Customs, nursing assistant; Former precinct delegate, worked on 1980 presidential campaign; Member of DRGO, historical society, hospital volunteer

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Basham, Raymond E.
12406 Telegraph
Taylor, MI 48180

Born May 24, 1945 in Roanoke, Virginia; Married; two children; studied humanities in college; retired from Ford Motor Company; Member of state House (1997 special election-present), former Taylor constable (1987-89) and member of City Council (1989-1997); Coast Guard Auxiliary, Wolverine Masonic League, Shriner

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Morse, Bruce David
1748 11th Street
Wyandotte, MI 48192

Born April 27, 1969 in Wyandotte; Married; wife, Vanessa; Bachelor's degree in English from Michigan State University; Sales manager, Engineering Technology Association Inc.; NRA, MCRGO

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Stevens, Cecelia A.
27156 Townsend
Warren, MI 48092

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Olshove, Dennis
29723 Roan
Warren, MI 48093

Born January 18, 1950 in Detroit; Married; wife, Fran; children: Steven, Michael, Marc and Ryan; Graduated from De La Salle Collegiate High School, bachelor's degree in communications from Michigan State University; Legislative Assistant for the State House of Representatives; Former member of state House (1991-98), unsuccessful candidate for state House in 1989 special election; St. Sylvester's Catholic Church, St. Sylvester's Ushers Club, American Polish Century Club of Sterling Heights, Michigan Legislative Polish Caucus, and Macomb County Democratic Party; sen9do@netscape.net www.dennisolshoveforsenate.com

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Edwards, Keith P.
28960 Jane Street
St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Born October 12, 1930 in Grosse Pointe Farms; Married; wife, Mary Ann; Bachelor's degree in Industrial Management from Lawrence Technological University; Worked 16 years as Administrative Manager and 15 years as Insurance Underwriter; Former Chair, Secretary and Editor for Libertarian Party of Michigan

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Rice, Steve
2653 Serra Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48310

Born December 30; Single; Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Oakland University; Worked as director for National Church Residences; Member of Sterling Heights City Council (1985-1991,1995-present), Sterling Heights Mayor (1991-1993); Sterling Heights Area Chamber of Commerce, St. Rene Church; www.riceforsenate.com

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Switalski, Michael
31412 Gay
Roseville, MI 48066

Born January 11, 1955 in Hamtramck; Married; wife, Roma; son Liam; Bachelor's degree in classical Languages, master's degree in history from Louisiana State University, Minor Classics at Duke, Michigan Literature Politics Kings at College University of Aberdeen (Scotland); Worked as head of labor relations for Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant-General Dynamics; Member of state House (1999-present), former member of Roseville City Council (1989-1992), Macomb County Commissioner (1993-1998); Past chair for Macomb County Planning Commission, vice president for Area Agency on Aging Region, Roseville Recycling Committee; Optimist, Knights of Columbus, coaches youth soccer

LIB

Allen, Scott W.
21051 Danbury
Clinton Township, MI 48035

Born October 25, 1962 in Detroit; Married; wife, Elizabeth; step-children Ashley and Tyler Johnson; Associates degree from Oakland Community College; Has been employed for the last five years at Brass Craft Mfg, in technical support department; Worked on Jon Coon's U.S. Senate race; swallen@webbernet.net

NPA

Celletti, Carolyn
35704 Rainbow Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48312

Born Deceased, October 12, 2002

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Sanborn, Alan
27140 Irvin
Richmond, MI 48062

Born July 21, 1957 in Mt. Clemens; Married; wife, Lori; children: Adam, Josh, Mari and Rose; Bachelor's degree social science from Michigan State University; Former juvenile probation officer for Macomb County (1978-1998); Member of state Senate (2001 special election-present), former member of state House (1999-2001); Active in Sterling Heights Chamber of Commerce, Richmond Chamber Kiwanis, Right to Life of Michigan, NRA

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Ayres, Jim
23461 Shepherd Lane
Macomb, MI 48042

Born March 11, 1944 in Detroit; Married; two children; High school Graduate and attended Northwood Institute, Dale Carnegie Sales and Human Relations; President CEO electronics firm; 1986 nominee for Senate, 1982 Senate administrative aide, unsuccessful candidate for township supervisor in 1988; Active in Rotary, Who's Who in U.S. Business in 1989, economic development committee in 1982

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Bishop, Mike
803 West University Drive
Rochester, MI 48307

Born March 18, 1967 in Almont; Married; wife, Cristina; children: Benjamin and Gabriella; Bachelor's degree in history from University of Michigan, law degree from Detroit College of Law, Studied at Cambridge University (England), University of Paris-Sorbonne and Universidad de Sevilla (Spain); Attorney in private practice, small business owner, Realtor, former law clerk and legislative aide; Member of state House (1999-present), Republican nominee for the U of M Board of Regents (1996); State Bar of Michigan, American Bar Association, Sports Lawyers Association; www.gomikebishop.com

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Werth, Thomas L.
907 Roselawn
Rochester, MI 48307

Born November 9, 1940 in Pontiac; Married; wife, Joan; children: Tracy and Chris; Bachelor's degree from Oakland University and master's degree in corrections from University of Detroit; Rochester city council and mayor; Selfridge Air National Guard

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Johnson, Shirley
4222 Sheridan Drive
Royal Oak, MI 48073

Born December 14, 1937; Married; husband, Cliff, two children; Graduate of Michigan State University; studied at Oakland Community College and Wayne State University; Previously held administrative positions in private industry; Member of state Senate (1999 special election-present) former member of state House (1981-1998); Former coordinator of March of Dines and Muscular Dystrophy Association, former chair of Oakland County Community Development Advisory Council and past president of Royal Oak Republican Women's Club

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Levitt, Colleen
502 Forest Avenue
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Born October 8, 1968 in Pontiac; married; husband, Michael; children: Emma and Samantha; Attended Oakland Community College and Western Michigan University, a fellow at MSU Political Leadership Program; Owner of public relations and marketing firm; Executive committee for Oakland County Democratic Party, vice chair of Royal Oak Democratic Club, Royal Oak Board of Canvassers, on resolutions committee for state Democratic Party; Active in Royal Oak Association for Rights, member of environmental organizations, Sierra Club, legislative chair for the Whittier P.T.A.; colleen@levitt2002.com www.levitt2002.com

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Wilkins, Marc
29137 Wellington
Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Jacobs, Gilda Z.
8353 Hendrie Blvd
Huntington Woods, MI 48070

Born April 1, 1949 in Detroit; Married; husband, John; children: Jessica, Rachel and Michael Allen; Bachelor's degree in education and master's degree in behavioral science from University of Michigan; Former special education teacher and director of development and aide to state Sen. Doug Ross; Member of state House (1999-present, minority floor leader), former member of city commission (1981-1994) and Oakland County Commission (1995-1998); NAACP, Anti-Defamation League, WILL/WAND

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Sherman, Lloyd W.
23770 Hazelwood
Hazel Park, MI 48030

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Cassis, Nancy
22186 Daleview
Novi, MI 48374

Born January 26, 1944 in New York; married; husband, Victor; two children, four stepchildren; Bachelor's degree from Ohio University, master's and education specialist degrees from University of Michigan; Former school psychologist and high school teacher; Member of state House (1996-present), former Novi City Council member (1985-93, 1995-1998), unsuccessful candidate for Novi mayor (1993); Former secretary of 11th District Republican Committee, member of National Council of State Legislatures Commerce Committee, member of various local party organizations; Active with Farmington YMCA, Novi Partnerships in Education, Novi Youth Forum, St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Vision 20/20, first chair of Novi Land Conservancy (1983-84), Novi Schools planning team (1995), Michigan Educational Leadership Collaborative (1995-96) Community That Cares, and local chambers of commerce

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Carlson, Sean
4964 Greenview Drive
Walled Lake, MI 48382

Born September 8, 1969 in Gladstone; Married; wife, Nicole; child, Leana; Bachelor's degree in business administration and masters degree in labor relations and human resources from MSU, law degree from Detroit College of Law at MSU; Labor relations manager for Pepsi; Worked for campaign staff of U.S. Rep. Bart Stupak; intern for U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, law clerk at attorney general's office; Captain in US Air Force Reserves, former member of Army of National Guard, recipient of Joint Services Medal Of Honor from Dept. of Defense, teaches Sunday school, volunteer for Council Against Domestic Abuse, volunteer for teen suicide prevention and American Cancer Society, mentor for inner-city school children; carlsonforsenate@sbcglobal.net www.carlsonforsenate.com

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Sullivan, Sean Patrick
3051 Delta Drive
Holly, MI 48442

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Brown, Cameron
29057 East Lafayette
Sturgis, MI 49091

Born July 6, 1954; Bachelor's degree in history from University of Missouri-Kansas City and master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University; Former vice president of marketing for Freeman Manufacturing Company, former instructor at Glen Oaks Community College; Member of state House (1999-present), former St. Joseph County Commissioner (1989-98) including three terms as chair, former Sturgis city commissioner (1981-86); Worked for U.S. Rep. Fred Upton's military academy advisory committee; Active in Sturgis Ambassadors Club and Sturgis Neighborhood Program

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Spade, Dudley
10454 Tipton Highway
Tipton, MI 49287

Born March 8, 1956 in Hillsdale; Married; wife, Nancy; children: Kyle, Sarah and Katie; Bachelor's degree in business administration and accounting major at Eastern Michigan University; Controller for Boysville (1978-1995), Controller for Starr Commonwealth (1995-present); Candidate committee treasurer for state Rep. Doug Spade; Associate member of Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants; www.dudleyspade.com

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Hammerstrom, Beverly S.
1183 Oakmont Drive
Temperance, MI 48182

Born March 28, 1944 in Mineral Wells TX; Sons Todd; Rory; Bachelor's degree in English and elementary education from Adrian College, master's degree in public administration from University of Toledo; Business experience as retail manager, buyer, marketing representative, and regional director, former teacher in elementary, junior high and pre-schools; Member of state Senate (1999-present), former member of state House (1993-1998), Bedford township clerk (1980-1992); Is Affiliated with Women in Government, American Legislative Exchange Council, National Conference of State Legislatures, Council of State Governments, Michigan Workforce Development Board, Municipal Clerk's Education Foundation, Michigan Association of Clerks, Michigan Mental Health Association, Michigan Society of Political History, Monroe Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Bedford Arts Council, Monroe County Women's Republican Club, Bedford Township Republican Club, ARC of Monroe, Republican Executive Committee: Lenawee, Monroe and Washtenaw counties, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church; www.hammerstrom2002.com

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Lemasters, Sharon D.
7122 Center Street
Newport, MI 48166

Married; husband, Joe; former employee with Carpenters Union Local 1301; Berlin Township clerk (1993-present); sharon@sharonlemasters.com sharonlemasters.com/

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Darr, Gordon T.
3355 Dover Street
Dexter, MI 48130

Born August 18, 1960 in Cincinnati OH; Married; wife, Donna; children: Charlotte and Caroline; Bachelor's degree in history from University of Michigan, master's degree in business administration from Texas Christian University; Leadership and management consultant (2000-present), manager in marketing and employee development (1985-98); Scio Twp trustee (2000), Dexter Village trustee (1998); Precinct delegate for Jack Kemp (1988); Co-founder of Dexter Area Technology Advocacy (DATA); gordon@gordondarr2002.com www.gordondarr2002.com

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Brater, Liz
1507 Wells St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Born April 12, 1951 in Boston, MA; Married; husband, Enoch; 2 children; Bachelor's and master's degrees in history from University of Pennsylvania; Freelance writer and editor (1975-1994), Ecology Center Land Use Director (2001-2002); Former member of state House (1995-2000), former member of Ann Arbor city council (1988-1990), Ann Arbor Mayor (1991); Member of Sierra Club, Alliance for Mentally Ill, NOW, NAACP, League of Women Voters, SOS Community Services; www.lizbrater.com

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Smith, Elliott
323 Vinewood Court
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

Born November 13, 1960 in Findlay, Ohio, Hancock County; Single; Associates degree in electronics engineering technology from Stautzenberger College; Active in Habitat for Humanity, Ann Arbor Summer Festival volunteer; smith4MiSenate@earthlink.net www.home.earthlink.net/~ersmith60

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Mortimer, Mickey
217 Round Lake Road
Horton, MI 49246

Born In Cherry Pointe NC; Married; wife, Leslie; children: David and Madeline; Graduated from Grass Lake High School, bachelor's degree in business and associates in real estate from Ferris State University; Worked as an internal auditor with Jacobsons stores, stockbroker, branch manager of Airco; Member of state House (1999-present), former Jackson county clerk; Worked for presidential campaigns for George Bush and George W. Bush, congressional campaign for Dick Chrysler and gubernatorial campaign for Governor Engler; Optimist and Rotary member; www.mickeymortimer.com

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Schauer, Mark
15 North Broad Street
Battle Creek, MI 49017

Born October 2, 1961 in Howell; married; Christine Schauer; 3 stepchildren; Bachelor's degree in sociology and Spanish from Albion College, master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University, master's degree in political science and PhD candidate in political science/urban studies at Michigan State University; Former urban planner for Calhoun County (1984 - 1987), executive director of Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan (1987 - 1992), prevention coordination for Calhoun County Human Services Coordinating Council (1992 - 1996); Member of state House (1997-present), former Battle Creek city commissioner (1994-1996); Member of Chamber of Commerce, Food Bank of South Central Michigan, Lifespan board of directors, Urban League of Battle Creek; Mark@MarkSchauer.com www.markschauer.com

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George, Tom
8545 Old Oak Circle
Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Born December 2, 1956 in Flint; Married; wife, Sandy; three children; Attended University of Michigan-Flint and obtained bachelor's degree from UM-Ann Arbor; medical degree from UM; Employed since 1985 at Kalamazoo Anesthesiology and Hospice of Greater Kalamazoo; member of state House (2001-present), former township committee chair (1995-2000); Former chair of county coalition; member of State Commission on End of Life Care, 2000. Member of Historical Society of Michigan, past president of Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists, member of Kalamazoo Academy of Medicine, Kalamazoo County Historical Society, Kalamazoo Civil War Roundtable, Health Volunteers Overseas, One Room Schoolhouse Association; www.tomgeorge.net/

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LaForge, Ed
258 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Born November 22, 1935 in Pontiac; Married; wife, Ann; eight children; Graduate of St. Augustine High School and Bronson Hospital School of Nursing; practiced nursing and self-employed plumber; Former member of state House (1995-2000), former Kalamazoo City Commissioner (1981-1991); Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 337; elaforg@house.state.mi.us

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Jelinek, Ron
7605 West Stickles Road
Three Oaks, MI 49128

Born November 18, 1945 in Benton Harbor; Married; wife, Diane; three children; Bachelor's degree in agriculture education from Michigan State University and master's degree in science education from Western Michigan University; Former high school agri-science/industrial arts teacher, farmer; Member of state House (1997-present); Active with 4-H Clubs, Berrien County Youth Fair, Three Oaks Free Methodist Church, Future Farmers of America, Handyman Club of America, River Valley Education Association, Southwest Michigan Car Collectors Inc., Three Oaks Township Zoning Board

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Toy, Art
109 North 2nd Street
Lawrence, MI 49064

Born in California; married; wife, Sharon Crotser-Toy; Bachelor's and master's degrees in chemistry from University of California at Los Angeles, US Air Force ground forward air controller school, Hurlburt Field, FL; Officer Candidate School commissioned second lieutenant US Army, Battle Creek and US Army Field Artillery School, Fort Sill OK; PC Fleet Manager for the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients units of Pharmacia/Upjohn, former chemist in Atherosclerosis and Thrombosis Research, and research chemist producing potential bulk pharmaceuticals for phase I and phase II clinical trials in the areas of Central Nervous System Disorders, Diabetes, Infectious Diseases and Cancer; Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 1998, 2000; Member of Department of Environmental Quality Citizens Advisory Board for Kalamazoo River Basin PCB Remediation Program, former executive board member on health for the Metropolitan Kalamazoo Branch of the NAACP, commander Paw Paw American Legion Post #68, member of Advisory Board for Women In National Defense, chair of Van Buren County Democratic Committee; www.art-toy.net/

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Garcia, Valde
607 Byron Road Apt 4
Howell, MI 48843

Born November 27, 1958 in St. Johns; Married; wife, Karla; two children; Bachelor's degree from Cedarville College; Former U.S. Army Officer, former territory manager for NFIB and former teacher; Member of state Senate (2001-present), former member of state House (1999-2000), Ovid Village councilman (1994-1997); Legislative aide and chief of staff for members of Michigan Senate; Active in U.S. Army Reserves and St. Johns Rotary Club

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Swonk, Jim
10481 Skeman Road
Brighton, MI 48114

Born September 9, 1938 Kalamazoo; Married; wife, Joanne; children: Diane and Sharyn; Master's degree in business administration from MSU; bachelor's degree in engineering from University of Michigan; Retired information technology specialist; Appointed to Livingston County Board of Canvassers; Member of U of M Club of Livingston County (past president currently vice-president), member of executive committee Livingston County Democratic Party; swonk998@aol.com livingstoncountydems

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DeWeese, Paul
3896 North Williamston Road
Williamston, MI 48895

Born May 26, 1955 in Grand Haven; Married; wife, Mary; 3 children; Bachelor's degree from Hope College and medical degree from Wayne State University; Emergency room physician; member of state House (1999-present); Board of Catholic Social Services Executive Committee, NAACP; www.pauldeweese.com

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Bernero, Virg
6017 LaPorte Drive
Lansing, MI 48911

Born March 31, 1964 in Pontiac; Married; wife, Teri; two children; Bachelor's degree in political science from Adrian College; Former executive director, Michigan Association for Children with Emotional Disorders, former development officer for Alma College; member of state House (2001-present), former Ingham County Commissioner (1990, 1996); Former legislative aide for Sen. Jim Berryman, worked on campaigns for Mr. Berryman for Senate and for U.S. House; Member of board of directors of Capital Area Girl Scout Council, member of PTA and member of NSFRE

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Birkholz, Patricia L.
3413 Susy Fouan Street
Saugatuck, MI 49423

Born January 28, 1944 in Fennville; single; mother of three children; Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University; pursuing master's degree in public administration from WMU; Former manager of small business; former teacher specializing in child development services; Member of state House (1997-present), former Allegan County treasurer (1991-96) and township trustee; former member of district staff for US Rep. Fred Upton; Former president of Allegan Rotary, member and past chair of State Parks Advisory Board; appointed by governor to Foundation for Michigan State Parks; former member of Saugatuck Township Park and Recreation Commission; member of Allegan County ISD Math and Science Advisory Board; sponsor of local Habitat for Humanity Weekend Build; www.pattybirkholz.com

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Bridson, Tami
4312 Apple Tree Lane
Lansing, MI 48917

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Gilbert, Jud
9882 North River Road
Algonac, MI 48001

Born January 22, 1952 in Mt. Clemens; Divorced; Attended St. Clair Community College and Wayne State University mortuary school; Funeral director; Member of state House (1999-present); Unsuccessful candidate for House in 1994; Rotary Club and St. Clair County Youth for Christ; www.judgilbert.com

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Hamilton, Thomas A.
3869 Oak Hills Circle
Port Huron, MI 48060

Born January 31, 1938; single; associate in pre-law from St. Clair County Community College, bachelor's and masters degrees in history from University of Michigan, post-graduate studies at several Michigan Universities; Retired history and government teacher at Port Huron, Senior instructor at Michigan State University and adjunct instructor at Central Michigan University; St. Clair County Community College Board of Trustees (1971-present); Active in Port Huron Museum of Arts and History, Blue Water Outdoor Club, Clean Water Action, Sierra Club, PTA regional vice-president, St. Clair County American Cancer Society, St. Clair County United Way, Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel,; www.hamiltonforsenate.com

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Muller, John M.
9451 Shyre Circle
Davison, MI 48423

Born October 5, 1962 in Detroit; married; wife, Joan; children: Kathryn, Kristine; Bachelor's degree in business management from University of Detroit; Real estate broker/investment properties (1990-97); property manager (1990-2001); Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 2000; Active in Davison Chamber of Commerce, Clio Chamber of Commerce, St John's Building Committee (vice chair); Knights of Columbus, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aire 3589, Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners, Lifetime member National Rifle Association, Davison AYSO soccer; muljohn@cs.com www.homestead.com/johnmuller2000/home.html

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Cherry, Deborah
2124 South Belsay Road
Burton, MI 48519

Born August, 19 1954 in Dowagiac; Single; Graduated from Hill-McCloy High School (Montrose), bachelor's degree in human resources development from Oakland University; master's degree in public administration from University of Michigan-Flint; Program coordinator, Valley Area Agency on Aging, legislative assistant for Rep. Tom Scott, assistant director of Detroit Street Senior Citizens Center, program analyst for Office of Services to the Aging, consultant for Flint Area Chamber of Commerce, grants writer, University of Michigan-Flint; Former member of state House (1995-2000); former Genesee County Commissioner (1988-1994); Managed Jack Minore's campaign for Flint City Council, Treasurer for Sen. John Cherry's state House and state Senate campaigns; Served on the YMCA Board, the Shelter of Flint Board, the IMA Board and the Hurley Medical Center Finance Committee; deb@debcherry.com www.debcherry.com

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O'Lear, Cynthia
16185 South Seymour Road
Linden, MI 48451

Born September 19, 1945 in Detroit; Married; husband, David; children: Sharon and Glenn; Degrees in behavioral science and fine arts from Wayne State University, and behavioral science from Shaw University; Worked 18 years as a substance abuse counselor, owner of Cornwell's Country Store and Gramma Katy's Ice Cream Parlor & Caf‚ in Argentine; Argentine Township trustee (2001-present); Member of executive committee of Genesee County Republican Party, executive committee 8th District Republican Party, Honorary Chair for Congressional Advisory Committee for Small Businesses; Active in Linden/Argentine Chamber of Commerce, St. Augustine Church, Associate Food Dealers, Argentine Historical Commission, Genesee County Historical Commission, Michigan Arthritis Foundation, National Rifle Association; www.cindyolear.com

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Emerson, Robert L.
1025 Kensington Avenue
Flint, MI 48503

Born March 23, 1948 in Alpena; Married; four children; studied at Saginaw Valley State University, Wayne State University, University of Michigan-Flint; union field representative; Member of state Senate (1999-present), former member of state House (1980-1998); Active with New Paths Advisory Committee, Greater Flint Health Coalition

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Sikkema, Ken
4307 Del Mar Court
Wyoming, MI 49418

Born February 10, 1951 in Cadillac; Married; wife, Carla; son Zachary; Bachelor's degree in history from Harvard, master's degree from University of Michigan; Member of state Senate (1999-present), former member of state House (1987-1998); House floor leader (1994-1996), House Republican leader (1996-1998); www.sikkema.org

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Berry, Michelle L.
6809 Vinwood
Belmont, MI 49306

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Heeren, Ron
2727 Danube Lane
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Born September 2, 1952 in Grand Rapids; Married; wife, Dennise; children: Christopher, Amanda, and Daniel; Attended Grand Rapids Junior College, Grand Valley State College, Ferris State College (degree in television production/journalism); Retired; was employed at family business, reporter Grand Rapids Press, worked for US Postal Service; Republican Party precinct and state convention delegate (1972); Speaker of Associated Government Student Senate (1980); Member of Disabled American Veterans, Vietnam Veterans of America, American Postal Workers Union Local 281; Rlheeren@aol.com

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Hardiman, Bill
1814 Andrew
Kentwood, MI 49508

Born in Grand Rapids; married; wife, Clova; graduated from Grand Rapids South High School, master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University, bachelor's degree in science from Grand Valley State University, associates degree from Grand Rapids Community College, Leadership Grand Rapids graduate; Mayor of Kentwood; Vietnam veteran, chair of Greater Grand Rapids Community Marriage Policy Committee, member of Grand Rapids First Assembly of God Church, member of Grand Valley Metropolitan Council, Kentwood Foundation, Spectrum Health Services board of directors, Grand Bank board of directors, the Right Place Program Executive board of directors, Grand Valley State University Foundation, Grand Rapids Transit Authority board of directors, Fair Housing Center board of directors, Michigan Municipal League board of directors, Heart of West Michigan United Way, Paul B. Henry Chair in Christianity and Politics, Paul B. Henry Archives at Calvin College, Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids; mailto:info@billhardiman.com www.billhardimanforstatesenate.com/

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Pestka, Steve
1830 Ranch Drive NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Born October 5, 1951 in Grand Rapids; Married; wife, Alicia; son Nathan; Bachelor's degree from University of Michigan, law degree from Detroit College of Law; Attorney; Member of state House (1999-present), former Kent County commissioner (1992-1998); Long time volunteer for many campaigns; Grand Rapids Bar Association, Polish Heritage Society, Grand Rapids Association of Realtors; www.stevepestka.com

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Adams, Warren
2129 43rd Street SE #L-11
Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Kuipers, Wayne
364 West 31st Street
Holland, MI 49423

Born August 5, 1961 in Holland; Married; wife, Jodi; three children; Bachelor's degree from Calvin College and master's degree in management from Aquinas College; Project manager and general manager vice president at Hollandia Gardens; Member of state House (1999-present); Active in Holland Chamber of Commerce, Holland Home Builders, Holland Special Education, Kids Hope U.S.A

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O'Brien, John
3156 New Holland Street
Hudsonville, MI 49426

Born October 19, 1958 in Allegan; Married; wife, Danita; children: Meghan and J. Michael; Bachelor's degree in science and economics from Grand Valley State University, associates degree from Muskegon Community College, graduate of St. Joseph Seminary High School; Insurance agent, independent contractor for insurance agency; Member of Ottawa County reapportionment board, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Dry Cleaning Rules Advisory Committee, Chair of the Ottawa County Democratic Party; Active in Michigan Business and Professional Association, Michigan Association of Health Underwriters, Michigan Institute of Laundering and Drycleaning, The Economic Club of Grand Rapids, Sierra Club, American Civil Liberties Union, West Michigan Environmental Action Council; John-Obrien@att.net www.johnobrien4senate.com

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Bradley-Horan, Lynne M.
12367 Sparta Avenue N.W.
Sparta, MI 49345

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Green, Mike
1500 Blackmore
Mayville, MI 48744

Born September 28, 1948 in Risco MO; Married; wife, Paula; children: Katie Graham, Andrew, Phillip, Elisabeth Flanders, Peter; Served apprenticeship for tool and die company; attended Flint Junior College; Retired tool and die maker, district representative for Sen. Joel Gougeon; Member of state House (1995-2000); former member of Tuscola County commission (1985-1992); Active in Rotary; Gidean; Habitat for Humanity; member of Tuscola Co. Conservation Club, MUCC, Juniata Baptist Church in Vassar, active in UAW 659; mike@mikegreenforsenate.com www.mikegreenforsenate.com

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Barcia, Jim
3190 Hidden Road
Bay City, MI 48706

Born February 25, 1952 in Bay City; Married; Wife, Vicki; children: Frank, Cindy; Bachelor's degree in public administration from Saginaw Valley State University; UPS, GM, Inspector 1970-1974, legal assistant, 1974-1976; Member of U.S. House (1993-present), former member of state Senate (1983-1992), member of state House (1977-1982); Former staff assistant, U.S. Sen. Phillip Hart, 1971-1972; Active in Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, Bay City Lion's, Eagles Club, Bay City, Michigan Bowhunters Association, Safari Club International, Saginaw Valley State University Alumni Association; Barcia@barciaforsenate.com

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Goschka, Mike
16393 Schroeder Road
Brant, MI 48614

Born October 21, 1953 in Saginaw; Married; wife, Maryann; children: Kristine, Andrew and David; Bachelor's degree in education from Cornerstone University; Worked as a press brakeman and forklift driver; Member of state Senate (1999-present), former member of state House (1993-98), unsuccessful candidate for county commission (1982, 1984), unsuccessful candidate for House (1990); Participated in Kemp for President and Engler for governor campaigns; Active in several conservative and historical clubs, Sons of American Legionnaires, Board of Advisors city rescue mission and child abuse and neglect council

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Hanley, Mike
203 Bates
Saginaw, MI 48602

Born December 9, 1955 in Saginaw; Married; wife, Susi; children: Nicholas and Nathan; Graduated from Saginaw Arthur Hill High School and attended Delta College, Saginaw Valley State University and received a bachelor's degree in political science from Western Michigan University; Worked for General Motors; Former member of state House (1994-2000, minority leader 1999-2000), Saginaw City Council (1987-1993); Present community liaison for U.S. Rep. Jim Barcia; Active in Mayor's Housing Task Force, Neighborhood Clean-up, City Planning Commission, Federal Emergency Agency, Underground Railroad Shelter for Battered Women and Children, Saginaw Area Solid Waste Management Authority, Saginaw County Solid Waste Planning Committee, Neighborhood Renewal Services of Saginaw, Saginaw County Democrats, NAACP, UAW Local 699

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Cropsey, Alan L.
7730 Loomis Road
DeWitt, MI 48820

Born June 13, 1952 in Paw Paw; Married; four children; Bachelor's degree in mathematics education, composite science minor from Bob Jones University; law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School; Partner at Kallman & Cropsey law firm (1987-1991), teacher; Former member of state House (1979-1982, 1993-1998), state Senate (1983-1986), unsuccessful candidate for U.S. House (1990)

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Munsell, Mark
5224 Bertshire Drive
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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VanWoerkom, Gerald
4216 Harbor Point Drive
Muskegon, MI 49441

Born April 3, 1947 in Grand Haven; Married; wife, Valerie; children: Michael, Angela, Joel, Gregory and Matthew; Bachelor's degree in History from Calvin College and master's degree in education from University of Michigan; Worked as a teacher at Calvin Christian and Unity Christian High (1969-1985), administrator at Muskegon Christian Schools (1985-1997); Member of state House (1998-present); Active on Library of Michigan Board of Trustees, Muskegon County Local Emergency Planning Committee, Farm Bureau, Ducks Unlimited, NAACP, White Lake Public Advisory Committee, Various Watershed Projects; www.gvanwoerkom.com

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Shrauger, Bob
6152 Longbridge Road
Pentwater, MI 49449

Born September 23, 1940 in Missaukee County; married; wife, Sylvia; five children; Bachelor's degree in business administration from Ferris State University, law degree from Wayne State University; Attorney; Unsuccessful write-in candidate for U.S. House in 1998; party nominee for U.S. House in 2000; Member Lake Michigan Federal board, volunteer for Muskegon board, member of CASA Children's Help Center, Westshore Dispute Resolution, Oceana/Pentwater Lake Assn., Open Peace Education Network; bobshrager.com

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McManus, Michelle
7883 East Alpers Road
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

Born October 5, 1966 in Traverse City; Married; husband, Keith Nelson; children: Jessica and Mary Kathleen; Bachelor's degree in political science from Central Michigan University; Director, Governor John Engler's northern Michigan office, 1999-present, legislative aide (1990-1992); Former member of state House (1993-1998); Chair, Leelanau County GOP, 2000-2001; Republican precinct delegate; Active in Northwest Michigan Boys and Girls Club, Toastmasters, Habitat for Humanity, Rotary, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, NRA, Northwest Michigan Farm Bureau, Zonta Club, Optimist Club, Northwest Michigan Fair, Ducks Unlimited, St. Francis Church; campaign@michellemcmanus.org www.michellemcmanus.org

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Dahlberg, Carl
205 East 7th Street
Northport, MI 49670

Born December 13, 1925 in Garden City; Married; wife, Doris; children: Carl Jr., Janet; High school graduate; Retired; owned local resort; Former member of Northport Village Council (1978-1982); Member of Northport Chamber of Commerce, West Michigan Tourist Association, member of Carpenter's Local 982 in Detroit for 25 years

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Atkinson, Donald L.
1780 North Old State
Harrison, MI 48625

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Stamas, Tony
6221 Dublin
Midland, MI 48640

Born April 9, 1966 in Midland; Married; wife, Sara; Bachelor's degree in communications from Michigan State University; Worked closely with family business; Member of state House (1999-present) former Midland County Commissioner (1991-1998); Campaign manager for Schuette for State Senate, worked on Camp for Congress, former 4th District vice chair; Active in Midland Jaycees, Michigan Farm Bureau, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Midland Board Member, Gladwin Community Mental Health

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Neumann, Andy
937 South 3rd Avenue
Alpena, MI 49707

Born January 20, 1960 in Alpena; married; wife, Sandi; children: Kristen and Sarah; Graduated from Alpena High School, attended Alpena Community College; Firefighter and paramedic 1982-1998, owner of Northern Healthcare Management 1990-1996, Taught pilot program in public safety courses, taught CPR classes for the American Red Cross for 16 years; Member of state House (1999-present) former member of Alpena County board of commissioners (1997-1998); Active in Muscular Dystrophy Association, Child and Family Services of Northeast Michigan, Michigan Center for Rural Health, Northeast Medical Control Board; aneumann@northland.lib.mi.us www.andyneumann.com

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Allen, Jason
526 Washington Street
Traverse City, MI 49686

Born March 13, 1963 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana; Married; wife, Suzanne; daughter Meredith; Bachelor's degree in finance from Miami University of Ohio; Worked as vice president of Sales for Captain's Quarters men swear; Member of state House (1999-present), former member of Grand Traverse County Board of Commission (1991-1998); Participated in George W. Bush for President, George McManus for Senate, Connie Binsfeld for Senate, John Engler for Governor, Bob Dole for President, Rick Johnson for Speaker; Active in Traverse City Rotary Club, Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce, Scenic Trails Boy Scout Executive Board, American Legion, Michigan Conservation Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, Michigan Whitetails, Ruffed Goose Society; www.jasonforsenate.com

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Estes, Michael
1023 Nakoma Drive
Traverse City, MI 49686

Born March 13, 1950 in Dearborn; Married; wife, Rhonda; children: Vincent, Julia and Meryl; Bachelor's degree in Accounting and master's degree in Business Administration from Western Michigan University; President and owner of Estes Enterprises, Inc., financial analyst for Ford Motor Company and auditor for the State of Michigan; Active in First Congregational Church, Economics Club of Traverse City, Kiwanis Club of Traverse City, Great Lakes Community Mental Health, Oryana Food Cooperative, Michigan United Conservation Club, Government Affairs Committee, Director and Ambassador of National Cherry Festival, Maritime Heritage Alliance, Grand Traverse Land Conservancy, Cedar Rod and Gun Club, Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, NRA, Antrim Conservation District; www.estasforsenate.com

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Schoenow, David
RR #1 Box 1857
Manistique, MI 49854

Born October 11, 1965 in Frankenmuth; single; Bachelor's degree and medical degree from Wayne State University; Director of emergency department, Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital, worked for EMS division of Detroit Fire Department, employed at Bell Memorial Hospital emergency room; Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital Emergency Room/Walk-in Clinic Manistique Tribal Clinic; volunteer for ambulance service, member of NRA, co-creator of Huron Woods subdivision; dschoenow@chartermi.net www.daveschoenow.com/pressreleases/article3.html

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Prusi, Michael
1045 North Shore Drive
Ishpeming, MI 49849

Born October 12, 1949 in Ishpeming; Married; wife, Sandi; children: Heather and Holly; Attended Northern Michigan University and Lansing Community College; Iron Ore Miner from 1974-1995; Former member of state House (1995-2000); Member of Bell Memorial Hospital Board and United Way Fund Drive Co-Chair; www.mikeprusi.com

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Gaffney, Edward J.
283 Kenwood Court
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Born December 23, 1943 in Hartford, Connecticut; Married; wife, Jane; children: Jack, Ed, and Corey; Bachelor's degree from Eastern Connecticut State University, master's degree in history from Michigan State University, law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School, master's of law from Wayne State University; Director of Michigan Center for Truck Safety, regional government affairs director for American Automobile Manufacturers Association, legal counsel and research analyst for Michigan Legislative Service Bureau; Mayor (1999-present), mayor pro tem (1997-1999), city council (1991-present); St. Michael's Episcopal Church, Grosse Pointe Historical Society, Grosse Pointe War Memorial, Grosse Pointe Farms Foundation, Eastside Republican Club, Grosse Pointe South High School Gridiron Boosters; www.edgaffney2002.com

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Putrycus, David Paul
1596 Cook Road
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Russell, Herbert
12669 Barlow
Detroit, MI 48205

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Daniels, Ken
14470 Eastburn
Detroit, MI 48205

Born March 9, 1958; Married; two children; Attended Wayne County Community College; manager at Magee Realty Company; Member of state House (1999-present), Detroit Board of Education, serving as chair of Committee on Physical Plant (1995); Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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Embry, Michael F.
561 Conner Street
Detroit, MI 48215

Born April 28, 1945 in Detroit; Engaged; One daughter; Graduated from Cass Tech High School, associates degree in electronics and technology from Lansing Community College; Worked for Ameritech as an installer; Unsuccessful candidate for state House and Precinct Delegate; East Club Detroit Optimist Club President, Vietnam Vets Chapt. 21, Numerous Block Clubs

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Hardman, Artina Tinsley
3009 Cadillac Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48214

Born July 13,1951; Graduated from Detroit School of Nursing; associates degree from Wayne County Community College; Administrative assistant for Detroit City Council member; Member of state House (1999-present); Board member of "Mack Alive" program; Active in Saunders Memorial AME Church, Buddies in Business, and Coalition Against Billboard Advertising of Alcohol and Tobacco

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Creswell, Gregory
14265 Kilbourne
Detroit, MI 48213

Born February 1, 1957 in Detroit; Married; wife, Shonda; two children; High school graduate and two years of junior college; Medical records clerk; Participated in Anti-Tax Rally, Pro Gun Rally, Free Speech March, Tax Cut March, Anti-Big Government March; Brass Roots member, 2nd Canaan Baptist Church

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Senior, Wayne A.
1090 Seminole Street
Detroit, MI 48214

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Waters, Mary D.
2701 East Lafayette
Detroit, MI 48207

Bachelor's degree in communications and behavioral sciences from University of Michigan; Employed by Children's Center; former employee of Blue Cross/Blue Shield; member of state House (2001-present); vice chair of Detroit Charter Revision Commission

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Maziarz, Richard
3970 Eldridge Avenue
Detroit, MI 48212

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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McConico, Bill
18134 Dequindre
Detroit, MI 48234

Born May 27, 1973 in Detroit; Married; wife, Marquitta; one daughter; Bachelor's degree in history from Morehouse College; law degree from Case Western University. studying for Bar; special education teacher/librarian in Highland Park School; Member of state House (2001-present); Former chief of staff for Rep. Artina Tinsley-Hardman. worked on staff for Georgia Congressman Wyche Fowler and John Lewis; Active in Highland Park Federation of Teachers, metro Detroit Optimists, NAACP. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, board of directors of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church

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Patterson, Dorothy
6471 Majestic
Detroit, MI 48210

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Cheeks, Marsha
2295 Longfellow
Detroit, MI 48206

Aunt of Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and sister of US Rep. Carolyn Kilpatrick

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Guttshall, Margaret
699 Antoinette
Detroit, MI 48202

Born March 11, 1950 in Charleston, West Virginia; Bachelor's degree in American History from Roosevelt University; Worked as a writer and translator; Participated in money for jobs, not for war movement; Active in National writers Union (UAW Local 1981), Labor Party Organizing Committee; www.voteguttshall.org

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Brodersen, Dolores
20040 Shrewsbury
Detroit, MI 48221

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Smith, Virgil
19450 Gloucester
Detroit, MI 48203

Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University; worked for former House Minority Leader Michael Hanley; unsuccessful candidate in special state Senate election in 2001; son of former Sen. Virgil Smith

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Byrd, Melvin E.
20514 St. Marys
Detroit, MI 48235

Born July 2, 1934 in Detroit; Married; Wife, Barbara; son Melvin Jr.; Master's degree in public administration from University of Detroit; Retired; Worked 27 years for state Dept. of Civil Rights and 15 years as a part-time instructor at Wayne County Community College; Current chair of 14th Republican Congressional District (now in fifth year); Worked on gubernatorial campaigns for George Romney and William Milliken; Past president of Optimist of Central Detroit; active in NAACP for 45 years; served on Detroit branch of NAACP for 20 years; Golden Heritage life member; president of board of directors of Don Bosco Hall for Boys; byrdinthehand@netzero.com

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Stallworth, Alma G.
19793 Sorrento
Detroit, MI 48235

Born in Little Rock AR; married; two children; Associates degree from Highland Park Junior College, attended Wayne State University; Former member of state House (1971-74, 1982-96); mother of Rep. Keith Stallworth

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Massey-Stuppard, Doris
14884 Forrer
Detroit, MI 48227

Born February in El Dorad AK; Married; husband, Emmanuel; three children; Bachelor's degree in family life education, minor in psychology from Spring Arbor College; teacher, counselor and consultant and vendored for Detroit Public Schools; Ran for Detroit City Council (2001), Charter Commission (1980); NAACP, Ambassadors for Christ, Outstanding Young Woman of America 1977

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Zeile, Richard A.
16800 Plainview
Detroit, MI 48219

Born March 12, 1955 in Detroit; Married; wife, Barbara; children: Sarah, Rachel, Aaron, Jacob; Bachelor's degree in education administration from Wayne State University; Headmaster at St. Johns Lutheran School in Taylor; Served on Boston MA electoral commission in 1984; have helped in many other House campaigns; American Family Association member; minister of Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, worked in charter schools; helped to organize Old Redford Academy in Detroit; served as Chaplain resident at Sinai-Grace Hospital in Northwest Detroit; member of North Rosedale Park civic association; frzeile@juno.com expage.com/page/przeile

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Hunter, Tupac A.
16516 St. Marys
Detroit, MI 48235

Born July 25, 1973; Single; Bachelor's degree in urban studies and public policy from Morehouse College; Project manager, Detroit Economic Growth Corporation; staff policy analyst, Detroit City Council; Michigan Democratic Party, Crary/St. Mary's Community Council, 8th Police Precinct Community Relations Organization; tupachunter2002@excite.com www.tupachunter2002.net

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Nazars, John T.
12186 West Outer Drive
Detroit, MI 48223

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Lipsey Reeves, Triette
13530 West Outer Drive
Detroit, MI 48239

Married; three children; Bachelor's degree in public administration with a minor in economics from Michigan State University; Minister at True Believers Church; Member of state House (1992 special election, 1999-present); Legislative aide to then-Rep. Teola Hunter and former public affairs coordinator for Detroit Democratic Caucus, organized Wayne County Community College millage campaign in 1991, manager of U.S. Rep. John Conyers' re-election campaign in 1994, former community affairs coordinator for Detroit City Council

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Jacobson, Alan
14500 Rosemont
Detroit, MI 48223

Born August 30, 1965, Carbondale, Illinois; Married; Nancy; Currently enrolled at Wayne State University, majoring in accounting; Secretary at Wayne State University, former secretary/treasurer of the Teamster rank and file education and legal defense foundation; Finance director, Matt Abel for U.S. Senate campaign, 2000; Active in International Association of Administrative Professionals, Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Rosedale Park Improvement Association; aj@ajstaterep.org www.ajstaterep.org

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Powell, Charles E. Jr.
3350 Oakman Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48238

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Hood, Morris
8872 Cloverlawn
Detroit, MI 48204

Auto technician with the Ford Motor Corporation; Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 1998; Son of former Rep. Morris Hood Jr.

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Herring, Garry
7118 Van Buren
Detroit, MI 48204

Born November 23, 1953 in Detroit; Single; Bachelor's degree in mass communication from Wayne State University; Worked as a substitute teacher for Detroit Public Schools (1998-present); Unsuccessful candidate for Detroit City Council (1997, 2001); Participated in 2000 recall of Denis Archer, 2000 campaign for a black owned casino for Don Barden; Active in Detroit Federation of Teachers, Green Party, A.N.S.W.E.R., Detroit Coalition Against Police Brutality

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Calka, Chester R.
4351 Parkinson
Detroit, MI 48210

Born February 21, 1948 in Detroit; Single; Studied psychology and education at Loyola University-Chicago; Self-employed (30 years); Worked on campaigns for numerous candidates; Lions Club, Holy Cross Council Credit Union past President

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Tobocman, Steve
1032 Vinewood
Detroit, MI 48216

Born 1970 in Detroit; Single; Bachelor's degree in economics from University of Virginia, master's degree in public policy from University of Michigan, law degree from University of Michigan; Worked as an attorney and nonprofit executive director; Active in Community Economic Development Association of Michigan board member of ACLU, Clark Park Coalition, Ford School of Public Policy Alumni Association; www.tobocman.com

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Stasik, Darrell F.
14267 Hamilton
Riverview, MI 48192

Born May 30, 1942 in Homestead Pennsylvania; Married; wife, Georgiann; son Todd; Bachelor's degree in mathematics from Penn State University, master's degree in business administration from University of Pittsburgh; Employed at U.S.Steel, Ford, Chrysler, Uniroyal Tire, Detroit Free Press, Udylite, Unistrut, Allied Supermarket; Wayne County Commissioner (1988); Down River Republican Club Treasurer

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Farrah, Barbara A.
15442 Kennebec
Southgate, MI 48195

Born January 7, 1966 in Detroit; single; Bachelor's degree in political science from University of Michigan-Dearborn; Employed in public relations for Wayne County Department of Environment; Member of Southgate City Council (1991-present); council president for two terms; Vice chair of 16th District Democratic Party; president of Southgate Democratic Club

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Gordon, Eric
736 Cherry Street
Wyandotte, MI 48192

Born Lincoln Park; Married; wife, Sarah; children: Jack and Will; Bachelor's degree in history and English from Western Michigan University; Worked as a finance analyst; ebgordon@wyan.org

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O'Loughlin, Chris B.
17330 Flint
Melvindale, MI 48122

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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O'Neil, William J.
10239 Northway
Allen Park, MI 48101

Married; wife, Mary; three children; Bachelor's degree in management from Eastern Michigan University; Self-employed investment manager; Member of state House (1999-present), former Wayne County Commissioner (1986-98), Allen Park city council (1979-85) and mayor pro-tem (1985-86); Active in Knights of Columbus, Rotary Club, Allen Park Jaycees and Downriver Community Conference

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Woronchak, Gary
1220 McMillan
Dearborn, MI 48128

Born May 3, 1955 in Detroit; Married; wife, Vivian; daughter Diana; Bachelor's degree in political science from University of Michigan-Dearborn; Newspaper editor at Dearborn Press and Guide and worked at the Daily Tribune in Royal Oak. 24 years total in newspaper business; Member of state House (1999-present); www.staterepgary.com

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Homeier, Eric E.
3985 Harding
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Plakas, Jim A.
6631 Golfview
Garden City, MI 48135

Born November 29, 1929 in Detroit; Married; wife, Dorothy; Ford Engineering Program at Ford; Henry Ford Trade School; journeyman tool and die maker, attended various community colleges, Lawrence Institute; Retired; was product design engineer at Ford Motor Company; former restaurant owner; Member of state House (2001-present), former member of Garden city council (1968-75, mayor pro-tem and then mayor 1983-93); Administrative asst. to U.S. Rep. William Ford, politically active in Democratic Party, 15th Congress, district membership chair; Currently serving on Garden City Osteopathic Hospital board as a trustee; served on Schoolcraft Community College committee when first organized; Schoolcraft Community College advisor, member of board-Radcliffe Center; served on planning commission library board; chair Central Wayne Co. Sanitation Authority; commissioner on Garden City planning commission; volunteer probation officer for 21st district court; Veteran of Korean War (served in US army counterintelligence corps during military tenure); member of Garden City Goodfellows, active in local community for 45 years, member of Masons, Shriners; jimplakas@house.state.MI.us n/a

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Nagy, David
33031 Barton
Garden City, MI 48135

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Cain, Bruce
27041 Havelock
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Born August 18, 1954 in Inkster; Married; wife, Sharon; two children; Bachelor's degree from Wayne State University; System analyst; Supported PRA in 2001; www.newagecitizen.com

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Handy, R. Miles
14986 Fox
Redford, MI 48239

Born April 2, 1965 in Redford; Married; wife, Barbara; children: Ashley and Trey; Graduated from Redford Thurston High School; Northeast Louisiana University; President of Pet Treats Plus; Redford Township Trustee; Michigan Higher Education Facilities Commission; Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Chamber of Commerce, NRA, Right to Life, Jaycees, Eagles; www.votehandy.com

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Paletko, Daniel S.
1523 North John Daly Road
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Born December 21, 1950 in Detroit; Married; wife, Nancy; children: Marie and Ann; Bachelor's degree in business administration University of Michigan-Dearborn, master's degree in business administration from University of Detroit; MST from Wayne State University; C.P.A. (1975-present), financial manager at Ford Motor Co. (1976-2001); Dearborn Heights city councilperson (1973-present, chair for 18 of 29 years, currently president); Chair of 17th District Democratic Party (1982-90), officer, 16th District Democratic Party (1992-present); Member of Michigan Association of CPAs, American Institute of CPAs, trustee of government pension fund, volunteer for Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance, active in Redford Twp. Chamber of Commerce, Dearborn Heights Goodfellows, Msgr. Hunt Knights of Columbus, Carl Stitt Post-American Legion, Polish American Congress, Alternate Delegate-SEMCOG; dpaletko@aol.com www.danpaletko.com

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Gonzalez, Christopher
7662 Inkster Road
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Born January 10, 1954 in Garden City; Single; Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University; Purchasing agent, sales-engineer, electrician; Unsuccessful candidate for state House (2000); Have campaigned against gun control and for pro choice on Abortion; Active in ACLU, NRA

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Lipford, Kip R.
32630 Montcalm
Westland, MI 48186

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Anderson, Glenn S.
34300 Parkgrove Drive
Westland, MI 48185

Born February 8, 1954 in Carthage TN; married; wife, Gail; children Melissa and Kyle; Attended University of Michigan-Dearborn and Wayne State University; Realtor since 1979; employed at Ford Motor Co. for 28 years; Member of state House (2001-present), former member of Westland City Council (1992-2000); Former Nankin Transit Commissioner, Planning Commissioner, Civil Service Commissioner, Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee, credit union director, UAW committeeman; member of Western Wayne NAACP; former member of Westland Jaycees and former board member of Wayne-Westland Junior Miss program; member of Goodfellows and Westland Hockey Association; www.glennanderson.net

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Pastor, John R.
31140 Lyndon
Livonia, MI 48154

former member of Livonia City Council

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Lowry, Kerry L.
29201 Dardanella
Livonia, MI 48152

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Shesterkin, Mike
38257 Donald Street
Livonia, MI 48154

Born March 7, 1959 in Mt. Clemens; Married; Spouse: Lisa; children: Paige, 12; Hillary, 10; Degree in industrial chemistry from Ferris State College, bachelor's degree in chemistry from Lawrence Technological University; Automotive OE paint chemist and technical service manager; Active in Lawrence Tech. Alumni, Southfork Sportsman's Club; jubatenate@aol.com

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Stewart, John C.
14956 Maplewood
Plymouth, MI 48170

Born May 1, 1949 in Wyandotte; Married; wife, Beth; daughters Laura and Sarah; Bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan University, master's degree from Wayne State University, law degree from Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University; Attorney; Member of state House (2001-present); Active in Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce, First Presbyterian Church

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Blackwell, Mark B.
34325 Harroun
Wayne, MI 48184

Did not respond to questionnaire.

LIB

Dean, James R.
272 Pinewood Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170

Born February 1, 1935 in Pontiac; Widowed; children: Diane, Susan and Nancy; Bachelor's degree in engineering at G.M.I., master's degree from Wayne State University; Worked as engineer manager at Ford for 20 years

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LaJoy, Philip J.
1256 Crowndale Lane
Canton, MI 48188

Canton Township trustee

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Slavens, Mark
6000 Hidden Court
Canton, MI 48187

Born December 31, 1959 in Sac City IO; married; wife, Dian; children: Damey, Patrick and Molly; Graduated from Ann Arbor Huron High School, bachelor's degree from University of Michigan, law degree from University of Toledo; attorney, instructor at Oakland University; vice president of Plymouth-Canton School Board; Active in scouts, Sunday School teacher, member of Geneva Presbyterian Church, chair of Michigan Citizens for Fairness in Public School Funding, chair of three Statewide Summits on Public School Funding, member of Canton Chamber of Commerce and Northwest Canton Homeowners Association; mailto:markslavens2002@yahoo.com www.markslavens2002.com/

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Century, Ken
46953 Spinning Wheel Drive
Canton, MI 48187

Born January 10, 1966 in Chicago IL; Married; wife, Michelle; children: Noah, Megan, Ethan; Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering at GMI Engineering & Management Institute; Employed at Robert Bosch Corp. (1993-present), General Motors (1984-1993); kencentury@comcast.net

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Vaughan, Ronald
9360 Elaine Court
Taylor, MI 48180

Born November 23, 1937 in Pulaski VA; Married; wife, Mary; attended Emmanual Jr. College in Georgia; Retired as skilled tradesman at General Motors; campaigned for the last 3 general elections; worked polls for local and gubernatorial candidates; Pastor of Remington Park Tabernacle Church in Canada); Taylor Republican Club chair; 18 years member of AFL-CIO and 18 years UAW member; romavon@aol.com

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Hopgood, Hoon-Yung
10200 Beech Daly
Taylor, MI 48180

Born December 8, 1974 in Inchon, South Korea; Single; Bachelor's degree in political science from University of Michigan, pursuing a master's degree in public administration from Northern Michigan University; Formerly employed with state House policy staff (1997-98), aide to Rep. Raymond Basham (1998-April 2002); Internship in Wash. DC office of U.S. Rep. Lynn Rivers (1995); worked for state AFL-CIO as a labor coordinator during 1996 campaigns; worked for House Democratic policy staff in 1997; Member of Democratic Party organizations, member of University of Michigan of Downriver; Active in several volunteer efforts (child literacy programs, holiday meal deliveries, Angel Night patrols in the city of Detroit, low-income assistance programs); Hoon@Hopgoodforstaterep.com www.hopgoodforstaterep.com

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Kainz, Charles H.
7511 Birch
Taylor, MI 48180

Born October 29, 1960 in Detroit; Married; wife, Pamala; daughter Linda and son Charles; High school diploma; Driver sales representative for Conway Central Express since 1985

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Jones, Douglas W.
28485 Swan Island
Grosse Ile, MI 48138

Born March 31, 1969 in Wyandotte; Single; Graduated from Riverview Richard, bachelor's degree from University of Detroit; law degree from Wayne State University; General manager of Metro Airport Truck, attorney; Grosse Ile trustee (1992-96); Grosse Ile supervisor (1996-present); Active in Kiwanis, Ducks Unlimited, Grosse Ile Historical Society, Grosse Ile Conservation Club, Boat US, Downriver Arts Council; dougjones@glblnet.com www.downriverfirst.com

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Law, Kathleen
29866 Lowell
Rockwood, MI 48173

Born June 19, 1946 in Wyandotte; Married; husband, Richard; son Jeff; Bachelor's degree in microbiology chemistry from Eastern Michigan University; Worked as a research scientist; Gibraltar city council (1999-present); Worked many Democratic races; Active in Detroit River Remedial Action Plan, SPAC, American Heritage Rivers

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Secula, Richard J.
8802 Thorntree Drive
Grosse Ile, MI 48138

Born July 1, 1945 in Hancock; Married; wife, Darlene; daughters Shellie and Tracey; Worked for Ford Motor Co. as a millwright for 32 years

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Brandenburg, Jack
37596 Huron Pointe Drive
Harrison Twp., MI 48045

Born October 22, 1951 in Canton OH; married; wife, Karen; children: Bryan, Rhett, John and Paige; Bachelor's degree in business from Ashland College; Owner of Blue Water Industrial Supply; Unsuccessful candidate for state Senate in 1998; Appointed by governor to Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority; Member of National Rifle Assn., Rotary, Kiwanis and YMCA; www.jackbrandenburg.com

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Benson, Frank P.
22506 Lakecrest
St. Clair, MI 48081

Born September 21, 1956 in Detroit; married; wife, Carol; children: Shawna, Janele, Kelsey 15; Some college credit, four year apprenticeship at Millwright Institute of Technology, journeyman; Vice president, business agent of MillWright Local Union #1102; Former member of St. Clair Shores city council (1995-December, 1999), treasurer for six years and vice president for four years of Union #1102; Sat on several boards and commissions: parks and recreation zoning board of appeals, voter's advisory board (chair), water quality advisory board member, teen advisory board; Active in St. Lucy's Catholic Church; Free-Mason; Shriner; build handicapped ramps through Project Ramp; Lakeview Public Schools drug and alcohol advisory board member; probation officer for 40th District Court in St. Clair Shores; fpbscs1@msn.com

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Stahl, Erin
19624 Avalon
St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

Born March 13, 1970 in Grosse Pointe Farms; Single; Bachelor's degree of Science at Michigan State University; Currently does market research and farm designer for Stahls' Inc., formerly was a domestic customer service manager and international sales representative; At-large director for the Libertarian Party (2002), secretary for the Macomb County Libertarians (2001, 2002), unsuccessful candidate for St. Clair Shores city council; Member of the successful Ballot Restoration Committee for the Libertarian Party and helped with the St. Clair Shores school administration

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Sadowski, Keith
4759 Hayman
Warren, MI 48092

Born January 14, 1968 in Detroit; Married; wife, Gina; Bachelor's degree in food systems economics and management from Michigan State University, master's degree in business administration from Wayne State University; Walt Disney World (Disney management training), Bozzutos Wholesale (intern), Daymon Associates (private label representative), owner of K&G Garden Designs; Worked for campaigns for Roy Bernardi, Mayor of Syracuse, NY and Rep. Jennifer Faunce, active with Macomb County Republicans; Active in Orchard Lake St. Mary's Alumni Association, Boy Scouts, Assistant Scout Master; Toastmasters, Chamber of Commerce, American Polish Cultural Center/Society, National Rifle Association, Warren Senior Advisory Council; keithcampaign@aol.com www.ksadowski.com

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Bieda, Steve
32721 Valley Drive
Warren, MI 48093

Born January 21, 1961 in Highland Park; single; Graduate of Warren Consolidated Schools; bachelor's and master's degrees in public affairs from Wayne State University; law degree from University of Detroit; attorney, specializing in tax planning and estates; former senior policy analyst and legal counsel for state House Democratic Caucus; former labor relations director for Warren; artist (designed reverse side of 1992 Olympics commemorative U.S. half dollar coin; prepared first drawings of five finalists for the commemorative Michigan quarter; Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 2000; managed campaigns for House candidates Doug Spade in 1998 and Bill Callahan in 1996; director of Warren Lions Club; legal counsel for Warren Jaycees and American Polish Century Club; member of The Advocates, American Polish Cultural Society and Polish Numismatic Society; active at St. Sylvester Church; active in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts; former fundraising coordinate for Michigan Labor Legacy Project; wwwstevebieda.com

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West, Josh
4613 Tonawanda Avenue
Royal Oak, MI 48073

Born in Royal Oak; attended Dondero High; bachelor's degree in political science from University of Michigan; Michigan State University Political Leadership Program; currently attending Wayne State Law School; Judicial law clerk, former small business owner; Active in American Red Cross, Royal Oak Missionary Church; www.joshwest.info

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Woodward, Dave
1718 W Farnum
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Born May 9, 1976; Bachelor's degree in mathematics from Wayne State University; member of state House (1999-present); WSU student council president, former legislative aide

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Karam, Dan D.
1708 Linwood
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Sanford, Keith P.
2428 Thomas Avenue
Berkley, MI 48072

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Meisner, Andy
316 Spencer
Ferndale, MI 48220

Born March 30, 1973 in Detroit; Single; Bachelor's degree in Political Science from University of Michigan; Former legal assistant for U.S. Rep. Sander Levin, vice-president of drug free kids campaign, director of corporate communications for Farbman Group; Co-founder and co-director of Michigan Democratic Action Network; Volunteer tri-community coalition and South-East Oakland Prevention Coalition, Berkley Education Foundation; www.meisner2002.com

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Myatt, Art
50 Woodward Heights
Pleasant Ridge, MI 48069

Born July 28, 1944 in Chillicothe, OH; Married; wife, Linda; one child; Attended Ohio University and University of Chicago; Photovoltaic engineer and technical writer; Petitioned to get Green Party on Michigan ballot; Active in Union of Concerned Scientist, Michigan Universal Health Care Access Network, Metro Detroit Chapter, Metro Detroit Green Party; www.migreens.org

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Stevens, Scott C.
8106 Farnum
Warren, MI 48093

Born October6, 1956 in Detroit; married; wife, Kathy; attended Macomb Community College and Vincennes University; Employed by Southfield Department of Public Services; former self-employed carpenter; U.S.Army veteran (1976-1996); Elected to board of directors for Lexington Townhouses Cooperative; precinct delegate; chair of Warren Activist Coalition; Member of National Rifle Assn.; Disabled American Veterans; local Republican Parties; AFSMCME, AFL-CIO; hunter safety instructor for Department of Natural Resources; active in church

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Wojno, Lisa
27314 LaRose
Warren, MI 48093

Born May 31, 1972 in Warren; Married; husband, Paul; children: Kennedy, Bradley and Audrey; Graduated from Warren High School and earned a bachelor's degree in nursing from Oakland University; RN for Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak; Involved in various state and local campaigns, wife of Rep. Paul; Member of the Michigan Nurses Association, Michigan Democratic Party

LIB

Allison, James
11567 Newbern
Warren, MI 48093

Born November 11, 1980 in Warren; Single; Finishing bachelor's degree in Information Systems at Wayne State University; Student; Active in American Liberty Foundation

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March, Tom
2576 Patrick Henry Court 1
Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Phillips, Clarence E.
809 Bay Street
Pontiac, MI 48342

Born in Pontiac; Married; wife, Lorene; two children; Associates degree from Oakland Community College; bachelor's degree in sociology/psychology, secondary teacher certification, master's studies at Oakland University; Air Force Veteran with service in Vietnam, former human relations instructor for Air Force Reserves, former teacher and director of alternative education program; Member of state House (2001-present), former president of Pontiac City Council (3 terms); attended JFK School of Government at Harvard University; Former member of Pontiac Planning Commission

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Rocca, Sal
39964 Saal Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48313

Born October 29, 1946 in Frosinone, Italy; Married; wife, Sue; two children; attended Macomb County Community College and University of Michigan; real estate broker; member of state House (1975-80; 1983-94; 2001-present), Macomb County Board of Commissioners (1994-2000); husband of former Rep. Sue Rocca; Active in National Rifle Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, Americans of Italian Origin Society

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McHugh, Joe
42227 Fulton Court
Sterling Heights, MI 48313

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Russo, Sheryl
20029 Abrahm
Clinton Township, MI 48035

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Gieleghem, Paul
38134 Sarnette
Clinton Township, MI 48036

Born July 3, 1970 in Detroit; Married; wife, Sara; daughter, Abigail; Associates degree in business from Macomb Community College, bachelor's degree in public relations from Wayne State University; Worked as a legislative aide; Member of state House (1999-present); Active in the Art Center, Central Macomb Chamber of Commerce, Clinton River Watershed Council, Salvation Army board, Vietnam Vets of America, Michigan United Conservation Clubs

LIB

Miller, James
35920 Carlisle
Clinton Township, MI 48035

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Acciavatti, Daniel Joseph
51413 Baker
Chesterfield, MI 48047

Born in New Haven; married; wife; Michelle; Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from University of Michigan; Vice president of VP of PAMAR Enterprises; worked on variety of campaigns 1984-present; Dan4staterep@yahoo.com www.Dan4staterep.org

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Hertel, John J.
28305 Thirty Mile Road
Lenox, MI 48050

Born August 6, 1977 in Grosse Pointe; Single; Graduate of Richmond High School, bachelor's degree in English from Oakland University, master's degree in education from Vanderbilt University; English teacher at Algonac Community High School; Worked on numerous political campaigns, son of former Sen. John Hertel; American Red Cross Volunteer, a charter member of the Anchor Bay Optimists Club, Co-Sponsor of the Algonac High National Honor Society, and a former coach of Algonac and Richmond Athletics; jjh@johnhertel.com www.johnhertel.com

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Drolet, Leon
16820 Edloytom Way
Clinton Township, MI 48038

Born January 9, 1967, in Warren; Bachelor's degree in political science from Oakland University; member of state House (2001 special election-present); Former legislative aide, served on Macomb County Board of Commissioners, former chair of the Macomb Coalition of Republicans

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Ventimiglia, Anthony
43143 Brooks Drive
Clinton Township, MI 48038

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Willis, Rudolph
1016 Copeman
Flint, MI 48504

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Clack, Brenda
3120 Helber Street
Flint, MI 48504

Born July 22, 1945 in Memphis TN; Married; husband, Floyd; children: Michael and Mia; Bachelor's degree from Tennessee State University, post graduate studies in history and political science at Eastern Michigan University; Worked as teacher in Flint public schools; Unsuccessful candidate for Flint City Council (1997); precinct delegate, active in national and local campaigns; Member of United Teachers of Flint, MEA, NEA, 100 Women in Politics, Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, NCATE Examiner, Flint Human Relations Advisory Board

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Jordan, Sylvia
23510 Samoset Trail
Southfield, MI 48034

Born July 19,1956 in Detroit; married; husband, Larry; two children; Graduate of Cass Technical High School in Detroit; bachelor's degree in urban development from Michigan State University; did graduate studies at Oakland University; Administrator for Victory Learning Center Preschool; former equal employment opportunity consultant for the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Command; former investigator for U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission; former employee of U.S. Social Security Administration; Member of Southfield city council (1998-present); Founder and director for community outreach program for homeless women and children in metro Detroit; member of board of Inform Yourself and of Search for Life; founding member of American Business Women's Association of Southfield; former member of Southfield Public Schools strategic planning committee; former member of city wide school community organization for Detroit Public Schools; former board member of Women's Conference of Concerns; founder of Striving for Excellence teen motivational workshop program; author, public speaker

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Condino, Paul
21170 Winchester
Southfield, MI 48076

president of Southfield city council

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Palmer, Brian
11070 West Gates Road
Romeo, MI 48065

Born September 30, 1949 in Detroit; Married; wife, Linda; children: Shannen, Devin and Brian; Bachelor's degree in architecture and environmental science, advanced degrees in architecture and urban planning and business administration from University of Detroit; Member of state House (2002 special election-present), former township trustee (1998-2002), unsuccessful candidate for U.S. House (1998); Macomb County co-chair of Bush for President; Member of Sterling-Shelby-Area Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus

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Denison, Robert
7026 Grenadier
Shelby Township, MI 48317

Born September 28, 1943 in Ferndale; married; wife, Janice; children: Mark and Candace; Attended Wayne State University; Retired from Daimler Chrysler, served as international representative for UAW; active in Democratic politics locally; Member of National Council of Senior Citizens; active in AARP; rhd26947@msn.com www.votedenison.com

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Knol, Valerie
23560 Loomis Court
Farmington, MI 48336

Born September 6, 1970 in Grand Rapids; Single; Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University, master's degree in public administration and technology from Eastern Michigan University; Employed at Johnson Control Inc., Automotive Systems Group; Member of Oakland County Republican Party Executive Committee, Michigan Republican State Committee; Active in Farmington Area Jaycees; www.valerieknol.com

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Vagnozzi, Aldo
26193 Kiltartan
Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Born October 4, 1925 in Roseto, Italy; widowed; children: Steve, Paul, Nancy, Barbara; Bachelor's degree in journalism from Wayne State University; Retired, former editor of Detroit Labor News and former editor of AFL-CIO News; Farmington Hills mayor in (1991, 1995-99), member of city council (1987-99), school board (1969-73), unsuccessful candidate for state House (2000); Worked on presidential campaigns for Truman, Stevenson, Kennedy, Johnson and Clinton; worked on U.S. Senate campaign for Carl Levin, chair of 19th Democratic Congressional District; Member of Newspaper Guild of Detroit and Omicron Delta Epsilon Honor Society

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DeRoche, Craig M.
1620 West Lake
Novi, MI 48377

Born October 4, 1970 in Rochester; married; wife, Stacey; daughter, Carley; Graduated from Walled Lake Western High School, bachelor's degrees in finance from Central Michigan University; Insurance work; Member of Novi City Council (1997-current); Active in advisory board for Michigan Political Leadership program at Michigan State University; Active in Novi Chamber of Commerce; Milford Presbyterian Church; cderoche@bidcrop.com craigderoche.com

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Premo, Linda E.
23519 Stonehenge
Novi, MI 48375

Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 2000

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Shulman, Marc
4838 Rolling Ridge Ct.
West Bloomfield, MI 48323

Born April 4, 1952 in Detroit; Married; wife, Lois; four children; Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University; law degree from Cooley Law School; attorney, practices insurance litigation as special assistant attorney general for the state, former clerk at U.S. District Court in Kalamazoo; member of state House (1999-present), former West Bloomfield Township trustee (1992-98); Active in West Bloomfield Rotarian Club and State Bar Attorney Discipline Board

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Brickner, Stuart H.
6052 Silverbrook W
West Bloomfield, MI 48322

Married; wife, Maxine; children: Cory and Melissa; Attended University of Detroit, Wayne State University, Detroit College of Law; Attorney/financial advisor; West Bloomfield Township trustee (1996-present), former delegate to Democratic National Convention; Member of Michigan State Central Committee of the Democratic Party (2002); Active in Michigan Township Association, Michigan Bar Association, Federal Bar Association, American Cancer Society, Oakland County Bar Association, Families in Action, PTO, Cub Scout Den Leader

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Taub, Shelley Goodman
1959 Shore Hill Drive
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Born July 14, in Detroit; Married; husband, Steve; Associates and bachelor's degree in education from University of Michigan, post-graduate work at University of Missouri and Kansas University in Medical/Business Management; Worked as a teacher and in small business management; Member of Oakland County Commission (1993-present); Worked on numerous campaigns and boards; Member of Tri-County Environmental Task Force, Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, National Association of Counties, West Bloomfield Historical Society, Women of Bloomfield, Cranbrook Schools Strategic Planning Committee, West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, Forest Lake Watershed Task Force, Bloomfield Schools Youth Guidance, Birmingham Republican Women's Club, United Way Community Services, West Bloomfield Optimist Club, NCJW; staub@umich.edu

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Weisberg, Shelli
651 West Frank
Birmingham, MI 48009

Born July 10, 1958 in Detroit; Married; husband, Mickey; four children; master's degree in finance from Walsh College, bachelor's degree in business from Wayne State University; Tax paralegal; Member of Birmingham School Board (1999-present); Campaign chair for Birmingham All Kids First; ACLU, Michigan Association of School Boards, National Association of School Boards, Planned Parenthood, Million Moms; smweisberg@comcast.net

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Pappageorge, John
1246 Provincial Drive
Troy, MI 48084

Born July 19, 1931 in Detroit; Married; wife, Cristina; three children; Bachelor's degree from West Point Academy; master's degree in government and politics from University of Maryland; U.S. Army Retired; served two tours of duty in Vietnam; spent last four years of military career with U.S. Secretary of State's Policy Planning Council, business consultant, former director of business and strategic planning, General Dynamics Land Systems; Member of state House (1999-present), former Oakland County Commissioner (1989-92), unsuccessful candidate for 12th Congressional District (1992, 1994, 1996); Active in Republican Party, Historical Society of Troy and Royal Oak

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Fischer Jr., Richard
1265 Wright Drive
Clawson, MI 48017

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Jones, Bretton
550 East Elmwood Avenue #102
Clawson, MI 48017

Born September 9, 1980 in Bad Axe; Single; Son Bastian; political science undergrad at Oakland University; Web designer; president of the campus Greens at Oakland University, International Action Center; www.votebretton.org

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Riske, Jim
16555 Sprenger
Eastpointe, MI 48021

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Accavitti, Frank Jr.
15506 South Park
Eastpointe, MI 48021

Born August 31, 1957 in Detroit; Married; wife, Mary; three children; Attended Fraser High School, Western Michigan University and Wayne State University; Owner of retail appliance store; Mayor of Eastpointe (1999-current), Eastpointe Councilman (1995-1999); Kiwanis Club member, Lion's Club member, Networking Forum of Eastpointe member; accavittiforrep@aol.com

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Bonnell, John C.
16650 Martin Road
Roseville, MI 48066

Born September 21, 1939 in Detroit; Married; wife, Nancy; son Jay; Bachelor's degree in English at University of Detroit, master's degree at University of Michigan; College Professor at Macomb Community College for 35 years; Supported Jeff LaButtle as Macomb College trustee; www.geocities.com/paris/chateau/6630

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Amos, Fran
4079 Aquarina
Waterford, MI 48329

Member of Oakland County Board of Commissioners

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Fortino, Betty
747 Joyceil
Waterford, MI 48328

Born December 16, 1935 in Pontiac; widow; children: Teresa (Buynak), Charles, Thomas; Graduated from Pontiac High School, bachelor's degree in public administration and sociology from Eastern Michigan University; Former restaurant owner; Waterford Township Clerk (1987-present), former Oakland County Commissioner (1975-86); Formerly active in Rotary, Council of Arts, University Women's Association, member of Waterford Business Assn., Waterford Youth Assistance; bjfortino@msn.com

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Stakoe, John P.
1235 Bay Ridge
Highland, MI 48356

Born July 15, 1952 in Detroit; Married; wife, Carol; daughters Elizabeth and Catherine; Bachelor's degree in secondary education and master's degree in criminology from Eastern Michigan University; Police officer for 19 years; Highland Township Supervisor (6 years); Member of SEMCOG Executive Committee, director of Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce, member of Clarkston Chamber, active in Huron Valley Educational Foundation, Oakland County Supervisors Association, Huron Valley Instructional Committee; www.johnstakoe.org

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Bryan, George
8450 Clarridge Street
Clarkston, MI 48348

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Garfield, John
1347 Ruby
Rochester, MI 48309

Member of Oakland County Board of Commissioners

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Kanaras, John
2135 West Avon Road
Rochester, MI 48309

Born October 16, 1951 in Detroit; Married; wife, Pamela; Bachelor's degree in history from Wayne State University, law degree from Detroit College of Law; Attorney; Active in Michigan Bar Association, Michigan Trial Lawyers, Rochester Bar Association, Turtles

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Johnson, Ruth
8500 Gail Drive
Holly, MI 48442

Born January 8, 1955 in Pontiac; Married; husband, Don; daughter, Emily; Bachelor's degree, Teaching Certificate - Oakland University, 1977, with honors. Masters Degree, Community Development and Clinical Social Work, Wayne State University1985, with honors; Small business owner/operator; member of state House (1999-present), former member of Oakland County Commission (1989-1998), Clarkston Board of Education; Member of three chamber organization, Charter member of the Optimist Club, American Business Women s Association

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Reading, Robert
17010 Hickory Ridge
Holly, MI 48442

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Hune, Joe
4849 Hogback Road
Fowlerville, MI 48836

Born May 29, 1980; Single; Attended Lansing Community College and Michigan State University; Worked as journal clerk for House of Representatives and as a Realtor and farmer; Active in Livingston County Farm Bureau, St. Agnes Catholic Church, Livingston County 4-H Youth Programs; joehune@joehune.com www.joehune.com

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McGivney, Matt
5345 Arapalo Pass
Pinckney, MI 48169

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Gardner, Mike
8464 Stanley Road
Flushing, MI 48433

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Gleason, John J.
604 Leland Street
Flushing, MI 48433

Born August 26, 1954 in Flint; Married; wife, Karen; children: Clancy Rose and Eamonn; Attended Mott Community College and Northern Michigan University; Skilled trade millwright; County commissioner (1995-2000); Worked on campaigns for U.S. Reps. Dale Kildee and James Barcia and for state Sen. John Cherry; Active in Sigma Alpha Nu F.O.P., Lions, Moose of K of C

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Garner, Courtney
9104 Suncrest Drive
Flint, MI 48504

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Minore, Jack
610 Commonwealth Avenue
Flint, MI 48508

Born October 25, 1938 in Flint; Single; children: Jeffrey, Eric, Steffan and Jennifer; Attended Flint Junior College, bachelor's degree in English from University of Michigan-Flint, master's degree in Education at Eastern Michigan University; Teacher (1961-1992) and executive director for Genesee County Bar Association (1993-1998); Member of state House (1999-present), former member of Flint City Council (1983-1998); Active in many campaigns from 1964-present; Active in MEA, NEA, Flint River Watershed Coalition, Board Friends of the Flint River Trail, Sierra Club, Flint Institute of Music, Flint Institute of Arts, Priority Children, Music in the Arts Board

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Brang, Stephen
19310 Charter Oak Drive
Davison, MI 48423

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Zelenko, Paula
5425 Sitka Street
Burton, MI 48519

Born January 12, 1957 in Flint; Married; husband, William; six daughters; Ross Medical Education Center, Parker Chiropractic Schools; Worked as a medical and chiropractic assistant/office manager, collection and foreclosure mortgage services, Delphi Automotive; Member of state House (2001-present), former member of Burton City Council (1991-1999); Worked for Mayor Charles Smiley, county commissioner Ted Hammon and U.S. Rep. Dale Kildee; Active in Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, UAW Local 651, Hundred Club of Flint, Burton Democratic Club, Third District Democratic Club, Genesee County Democratic Party, Women in Government; www.paulazelenko.com

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Robertson, David B.
5265 Lethbridge Road
Grand Blanc, MI 48439

Born June 24, 1960; single; Bachelor's degree in political science and history from University of Michigan-Flint; Insurance agent; Member of Genesee County Commission; Former member of state House (1991-92); Member of Grand Blanc Rotary, past president of Grand Blanc Library Commission; member of Fenton and Grand Blanc chambers of commerce; www.voterobertson.com

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Lockwood, Patricia A.
901 Newport Drive
Fenton, MI 48430

Born August 24, 1944; Married; husband, Ronald; three children; Attended Mott Community College and University of Detroit; American Lung Association director of fund development and executive director of the Flint Area Chamber of Commerce; Member of state House (1999-present), former Fenton mayor (1989-98); Active in United Way of Genesee/Lapeer Counties, past president of Michigan Municipal League and board member of National League of Cities, Eucharistic minister and lay reader for St. John's Parish in Fenton

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Ponzetti, III, Peter
2211 Orchard Lake Drive
Fenton, MI 48430

Born January 29, 1980 in Royal Oak; Single; Student at Western Michigan University (major in secondary education--English, minor in political science & history), associates degree from C.S. Mott Community College, graduated from Fenton Senior High School; Opinion columnist Western Herald newspaper (2001-present), writing consultant for WMU Writing Center (2001-present), worked in various retail and service industry jobs (1995-2002); Secretary Green Party of Genesee County in 2002, voting delegate for Green Party National Presidential Nominating Convention in June 2000, petitioner for Green Party of Mich. ballot-access petition-drive in 2000, petitioner for PRA/NORML marijuana decriminalization petition-drive in 2000 and 2001; Active in ACLU, 1999-present; Amnesty International, Planned Parenthood, Michigan Universal Healthcare Access Network, Socialist Party of Mich./Socialist Party; votepete2002@yahoo.com www.expage.com/votepete2002

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DeRossett, Gene
11207 Pleasant Lake Road
Manchester, MI 48158

Born February 11, 1945 in Prestonburg KY; Married; wife, Sandi; two children; Attended Cleary College and Washtenaw Community College; President of DeRossett Construction, licensed real estate agent; member of state House (1999-present); Active in 32nd Degree Mason, Shriner, Optimist Club Member, Kiwanian; gdrossett@aol.com www.genederossett.com

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Byrnes, Pam
17381 North M 52
Chelsea, MI 48118

Born June 25, 1947 in Cincinnati; Married; husband, Kent; daughters Katie and Jodie; Bachelor's degree in far eastern studies from University of Michigan, law degree from University of Maryland; Attorney; appointed as road commissioner; Active in Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce, Ypsilanti Rotary Club, City of Saline Planning Commission, Saline Youth Diversion Project, Saline Area United Fund, Washtenaw County Bar Association; www.pambyrnes2002.com

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Milroy, John
970 Northwood
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Kolb, Chris
803 Edgewood Place
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Born October 6, 1958 in Ann Arbor; Partner: Ken Witherspoon; Bachelor's degree in science in natural resources from University of Michigan, graduate studies in political science at Emory University; Independent environmental and management consultant; Member of state House (2001-present), former Ann Arbor City Council person and mayor pro-tem (1994-2000); Legislative assistant for Rep. John Hanson; Member of Michigan Municipal League Transportation and Environment Committee, Washtenaw County Solid Waste Planning Commission, Affordable Housing Task Force; chriskolb@house.state.mi.us cckolb@aol.com

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Trent, David
8448 Stonegate Drive
Northville, MI 48167

Born September 5, 1953 in Ann Arbor; Married; wife, Cindy; children: Amanda, Michael and Joshua; Bachelor's degree in business administration from Eastern Michigan; Quality manager, consultant; Precinct delegate; Member of American Society for Quality; infor@trent4staterep.org www.trent4staterep.org

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Jamnick, Ruth Ann
7776 Lake Crest Drive
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Born November 8, 1941 in Ypsilanti; Three children; Member of state House (1999-present), former Ypsilanti Township treasurer (elected seven times), Ypsilanti Township board; Active in United Way, Economic Development Corporation, Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority, chair of Fire Administration Board, member of Transfiguration Church

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Milosch, Matt
727 South Edinburgh Drive
Lambertville, MI 48144

Born September 9, 1973 in Carlton; Single; Bachelor's degree business administration from Northwood University; General manager of Carlton Glen Golf Club; Unsuccessful candidate for state House (1998), appointed in 2001 to Higher Education Facilities Commission; Former party chair in Monroe County, active in Republican party at all levels since 1980's; Member of Bedford Rotary, Monroe Co. Chamber of Commerce; matmilosch@aol.com; mattmilosch.com

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Hauser-Hurley, Gail
174 Marengo Drive
Temperance, MI 48182

Born March 25, 1952 in Trenton; Married; husband, Ronald; children: Jason and Jess; Bachelor's degree in family life education from Spring Arbor College; Bedford Public Schools paraprofessional and families first supervisor for Spectrum Human Services; Member of Monroe County Board of Commissioners (1991-present); Monroe County Business and Professional Women Club, Soroptimist International of South County, Bedford Business Association, National Council of Family Relations, Vietnam Vets of America, Michigan Association of Counties

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Richardville, Randy
2060 North Custer
Monroe, MI 48162

Born August 15, 1959 in Monroe; Married; wife, Sarah; children: Adam and Amanda; Master's degree in management from Aquinas College, bachelor's degree from Albion College; Worked as a purchasing manager; Member of state House (1999-present), unsuccessful candidate for state House (1996); Active in Monroe County Opportunity Program, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Monroe Rotary Club, Ducks Unlimited, Habitat for Humanity

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Sacks, Joshua J.
155 Baptiste Avenue
Monroe, MI 48162

Born February 6, 1969 in Kalamazoo; Married; wife, Beth; children: Aki and Zachary; Bachelor's degree from Northwestern University, law degree from Case Western Reserve University; Attorney; Campaign manager for 2000 state House candidate Renee Pipis; Active in American Bar Association, Monroe County Bar Association, Toledo Bar Association, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, Monroe Jaycees

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Gallagher, Fred
145 North Scott Street
Adrian, MI 49221

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Spade, Doug
768-2 West Maple Avenue
Adrian, MI 49221

Born February 11, 1951 in Hillsdale; Married; wife, Joann; Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts from Adrian College; Broadcaster; Member of state House (1999-present); www.dougspade.com

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Caswell, Bruce
8940 East Bacon Road
Hillsdale, MI 49242

Born October 20, 1949 in Hillsdale; Married; wife, Beth; children: Mark and Kevin; Bachelor's degree and master's from Michigan State University; Teacher and tax assessor; Township supervisor (1980-2000); Active in Lion, NRA, Masonic, American Legion, MSU Alumni, Hillsdale County Republican Party, Michigan Coaches Association; www.58thdistrictrep.com

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Magda, Annette C.
11715 Strait
Hanover, MI 49241

Born in Lincoln Park; Married; husband, Gerald; children: Steven, Theresa, Anita, David; Graduate of Jonesville High School and Jackson Community College American Bank Institute; 30 years banking and real estate salesperson; Member of Hillsdale County board of commissioners for 8 years; Member of Business and Professional Women, Jonesville Lions, Area Agency Aging, Hillsdale County Community Foundation, American Legion Aux. Leigh Wright Post #53, County Investment Club

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Shaffer, Rick
19958 Crescent Beach
Three Rivers, MI 49093

Born August 19, 1954 in Denver, CO; Married; wife, Sara; sons Robbie and Ryan; Associates from Kellogg Community College in Nursing, Andrews University undergrad, bachelor's degree in Health Studies from Western Michigan University; Nursing Home Administrator for 25 years, current director of Home Care and Hospice; County commissioner; Member of Rotary, Michigan Home Health Care and Hospice Association, Health Care Association of Michigan

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Beauchamp, Paula L.C.
500 East Water
Cassopolis, MI 49031

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Liddle, Mark
2309 South Westnedge
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Lipsey, Alexander C.
2324 South Park
Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Born November 7, 1950 in Houlka MS; married; wife, Anne; children: Margaret, Anthony; Bachelor's degree in physics from Kalamazoo College, law degree from University of Michigan; attorney specializing in trustee practice and bankruptcy; Member of state House (2001-present), former member of Kalamazoo City Commission (1989-93); www.Lipsey2002.org

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Hoogendyk, Jacob W. Jr.
6819 Cypress
Portage, MI 49024

Born July 31, 1955 in Kalamazoo; Married; wife, Erin; children: Jacob, Isaiah, Maria, Caitlin and Benjamin; Worked as sales manager for 15 years and 6 years as executive director of a non-profit organization; County commission member (2000), unsuccessful candidate for mayor; Worked in numerous campaigns and proposals; Active in Zoning Board, Shalom-AFC non-profit, Public Health Advisory Committee; www.jackformichigan.com

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Houston, James H.
10373 Lloy Street
Portage, MI 49024

Born July 15, 1943 in Thomasville, Alabama; Married; wife, Marianna; children: James II and Benjamin; Graduated from Dowagiac High School, bachelor's degree in accounting, master's degree and doctorate in public administration from Western Michigan University; Corporate accountant and teacher; Active on issues relating to public education, health care, environment and jobs

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Nofs, Mike
14557 N Drive North
Marshall, MI 49068

Born November 15, 1953; Married; wife, Tracy; children: Whitney, Meredith, Michael J., John and Matt; Michigan State Police (1977-2002), Calhoun County sheriff's department (1976-1977), Marshall police (1972-1976), Battle Creek police (1971-1972); Member of Calhoun County board of commissioners (1993-present), mayor of Springfield; Member of Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce, Albion Chamber of Commerce, Calhoun Area Volunteer Network, Calhoun County Agricultural and Industrial Society, March of Dimes Jail and Bail volunteer, Access Vision, Michigan State Police Command Office Association, Fraternal Order of Police; lt5701@aol.com www.mikenofs.com

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Dearing, Ted E.
35 Woodmer Lane
Battle Creek, MI 49017

Born February 19, 1966; Married; wife, Barbara; daughter Nina; Bachelor's degree in broadcasting and cinematic arts from Central Michigan University, Lakeview High School graduate; President and chief executive officer for Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce, special projects director for Harper Run Communication Arts, director of operations for Perrett Associates, director of communications for The Zorbo Company, scheduling coordinator for general television network, crew chief for cable news network; Mayor of Battle Creek (1995-2000), Battle Creek commissioner (1993-2000); Active in United Way of Battle Creek, Community Action Agency, Art Center of Battle Creek, S.W. Michigan Urban League, Calhoun Area Tech Center; www.teddearing.com

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Wenke, Lorence
9180 West Gull Lake Drive
Richland, MI 49083

Born October 9, 1945 in Kalamazoo; married; wife, Nancy; children: Lisa Ambrosio, Jeff; Graduated from Kalamazoo Christian High School, bachelor's degree in business administration from Western Michigan University; owner of greenhouses in Comstock (1971-present) and Douglas GA (1982-present), partner in Michigan Grower Products (1980-present), formerly worked on family celery/flower farm (1954-63), manager of Westinghouse Electric Corporation in Boston MA (1968-69), Realtor (1968-69), nurse assistant at Kalamazoo State Hospital (1970); Member of Kalamazoo County Commission (eight years, chair for three years); Former director of Bedding Plants International, active in Community Correction Advisory Board, Haven Reformed Church and North Park Reformed Church, Kalamazoo Christian School Assn. Development Council, Kalamazoo County Chamber of Commerce, Kalamazoo County Council of Governments, county park commission, county Republican executive committee, Rotary, Kalamazoo Valley Plant Growers Cooperative, Michigan Grower Products, Ohio Florists Assn., and Richland Bible Church; lorence@wenkegreenhouses.com

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Mackinder, Judy
19016 11 Mile Road
Battle Creek, MI 49014

Born February 5, 1940 in Battle Creek; married; husband, Richard; two children, three stepchildren; Graduated from Pennfield Public Schools, attended Kellogg Community College and Argubright Business College; Former owner of small business, formerly employed by advertising agency; Pennfield Charter Twp. supervisor (1997-present), trustee (1995-96); Member of Battle Creek Area Transportation Study Commission, Battle Creek Area Metropolitan Services Agency, Calhoun County E-911 Group, county Conservation district, Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, Optimist Club and Pennfield Exchange Club; past member of Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra Board, city United Arts Council and city Planning Commission; was first woman elected president of Marketing Advertising Round Table

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Bisbee, Clark E.
609 South Durand
Jackson, MI 49203

Born February 16, 1949 in Jackson; Married; wife, Katie; children: Leland, Peter, Clark Jr., and Megan; Bachelor's degree from Albion College; Owner of Bisbee Travel; Member of state House (1999-present); Queen's Church, American Society of Travel Agents

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McNitt, Robert L.
621 Jefferson Street
Jackson, MI 49202

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Kratz, Jerry
3642 Waterway Court
Grass Lake, MI 49240

Born August 8, 1933 in Detroit; Married; wife, Eleanor; children: Kevin, Kurt, Kim, Kent; Attended Wayne State University and Columbia University (bachelor's degree, master's degree, Ph. D. in education); Has worked as a teacher, administrator and superintendent, real estate agent; Member of kitchen cabinet for Rep. Clyde Letarte; Active in Rotary, Dove Clinic, Red Cross; www.65thdistrict.com

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Renier, Sharon M.
10716 McCreery Road
Munith, MI 49259

Born February 15, 1956 in Detroit; Single; One child; Bachelor's degree in natural resources and environment from University of Michigan, associates degree from Oakland Community College; Worked as an organic farmer and para legal; Active in Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance, Organic Crop Implement Association; www.renier4rep.com

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Ward, Chris
5034 South Old 23
Brighton, MI 48114

Born May 23, 1974 in Livonia; Married; wife, Nicole; children: Oliver, Elliot and Emma; Bachelor's degree in business management from Cleary University; Brighton Township trustee (1992-1998), Brighton Township clerk (1999-present); Livingston County Republican Party Chairman, delegate for Republican National Convention; Active in Brighton Rotary; Howell Jaycees; Brighton Lions; Brighton, Howell and Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce; www.ward4rep.com

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Block, W. James
14 Horseshoe
Brighton, MI 48114

Born May 28, 1952 in Detroit; Married; wife, Rebecca; children: Monica and Bill; Graduate of Washtenaw Community College, attended Eastern Michigan University (criminal justice public administration studies), Lansing Community College (management), graduate of excellence in leadership business administration seminar; Former captain Department of Corrections, certified youth specialist Family Independence Agency, total of 14 years state service, certified asset protection manager for a retailer assigned to find and reduce waste, fraud, theft, and ensure compliance to governmental regulations.; Unsuccessful candidate for local MCO local union president; Active in American Corrections Association, Michigan Corrections Association, supervise and support all local charity fundraisers at the major retailer where I work (Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Salvation Army etc); wjamesblock@webtv,net

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Vickers, Donald R.
4263 Wright Road
Leslie, MI 49251

Born October 30, 1945 in Lansing; Married; wife, Judy; three children; Bachelor's degree in social science and master's degree in school administration from Michigan State University; Teacher for Northwest Public Schools, assistant principal at Holt Public Schools, Middle School principal at Leslie Public Schools; Member of Leslie city council (1972), Leslie Twp. trustee (1996), Leslie Twp. supervisor (1997-present); Worked on Mike Rogers 2000 campaign; Active in Congregational United Church of Christ of Leslie, Ingham County Children's Trust Fund, Lyle Edwards American Legion Post #491, Leslie Kiwanis Club, Leslie Economic Development Corporation, Leslie United Way, Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel, National Rifle Association; dvickers@dmci.net

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Byrum, Dianne
4933 Bellevue Road
Onondaga, MI 49264

Born March 18, 1954 in Jackson; Married; husband, Jim Byrum; two children; Bachelor's degree in public affairs management from Michigan State University; Hardware store owner and operator; Member of state Senate (1995-present), former member of state House (1991-1994), Ingham County Commission (1983-1990); Active in Lansing Chamber of Commerce and Boy Scout Merit Badge Counselor

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Havis, Tim
1608 Park Ave
Lansing, MI 48910

Born October 5, 1963 in Waco, Texas; Single; Bachelor's degree from Baylor University, law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School; Attorney of Counsel for The Majoary Law Firm; Active in Ingham County Board of Health Community Action Team, Member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church; www.timhavis.com

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Murphy, Michael C.
3624 Tecumseh River Road
Lansing, MI 48906

Born June 21, 1952 in Chicago, IL; Married; wife, Bonita; children: Brandon and Rachel; Doctorate of Ministry and master's of Divinity from Chicago Theological Seminary, master's from Michigan State University, bachelor's degree from DePaul University; Worked as a pastor for St. Stephen's Community Church, United Church of Christ; Member of state House (2001-present), former member of Lansing city council (1997-2000); Children's services advisor to Governor Blanchard, director human relations and community services for Lansing; Active in NAACP, Ingham Regional Medical Center Trustee, People United to Lead Lansing, African American Health Institute; www.housedems.com

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Ward, Larry J.
4175 Vanneter Road
Williamston, MI 48895

Born February 28, 1961 in Detroit; Married; wife, Karen; children: Jacob, Aaron, Joshua; Bachelor's degree in aviation technology and management at Western Michigan University; Financial advisor and small business owner; President of Williamston Sunrise Rotary, treasurer of Williamston Free Methodist Church; ward4rep2002@msn.com www.ward2002.com

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Whitmer, Gretchen
620 Rosewood Avenue
East Lansing, MI 48823

Born August 23, 1971 in Lansing; Married; husband, Gary Shrewsbury; daughter Sharon; Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, law degree from Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University; Worked as a corporate litigator for Dickinson Wright Law Firm and in the Ingham County Circuit Court and Michigan Public Service Commission; Member of state House (2001-present); Worked as a policy analyst for House Democratic Staff; Active in State Bar of Michigan, Ingham County Bar Association, House Democratic Women's Leadership Caucus, Arts Caucus; www.whitmer2002.com

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Emmons, Judy
506 East Carson City Road
Sheridan, MI 48884

Born December 20, 1951 in Ionia; married; husband, Jerry; children: Heather Emmons Schwandt, Chad Emmons and Tyler Emmons; Graduated from Central Montcalm Public School; Co-owner, Wilson Farms; Member of Central Montcalm Board of Education (1990-2002); Appointed to Teacher Tenure Commission (1996); Member of Michigan Farm Bureau Board of Directors, 1994-2000 active in Michigan Holstein Association, Montcalm Area Intermediate School District Board of Education; wilfarms@pathwaynet.com www.votejudyemmons.com

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Sanchez, Henry
6029 Patters Road
Saranac, MI 48881

Born June 23, 1946 in Alma; married; wife, Linda; two children; Studied at Davenport College, Northwood University, Grand Rapids Junior College, Michigan State University and University of Michigan; Employed for 28 years at Ameritech; Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 2000; Worked for Clinton/Gore campaigns; Co-founder of Ionia Humane Society. Lead steward for the Communications Workers of America. Co-chair of West Michigan Afghan Hound Rescue

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Tabor, Susan
1005 Firwood
Lansing, MI 48917

Born May 28, 1956 in Lansing; Married; husband, Doug; children: Aaron and David; Graduated from Lansing Everett High School and attended Lansing Community College; Worked at a law firm; Member of state House (1999-present), former Delta Township trustee; Constituent assistant for Sen. Ken Sikkema (1994-1998); Active in Michigan Townships Association, Delta Library Board, American Legislative Exchange Council, Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, Lansing Shared Pregnancy Board and Lutherans For Life; tabor71@yahoo.com

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Freeman, Sherry L.
435 South Stoll Road
Lansing, MI 48917

Born June 25, 1955 in Eaton Rapids; Married; husband, Glenn Freeman III; children: Anglea, Juston, Ben, Glenn IV; Graduated from Eaton Rapids High School, Lansing Barbers College; Owns and operates Union Station Barber Shop, secretary 20 years prior; Delta Township trustee (2001-present); www.freemanforthefuture.com

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Steil, Glenn Jr.
4828 Greenhill Court SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Born November 28, 1968 in Grand Rapids; Married; wife, Linda; children: Allison and Alex; Graduated from Ottawa Hills High School, associates degree in business science from Davenport University; Vice president of sales for Compatics Inc; Worked as volunteer for Paul Henry for Congress, son of Sen. Glenn Steil; Kent County Republican Committee, Grand Rapids Jaycees, Toastmaster International, Right to Life of Michigan; www.glennsteiljr.com

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Vogt, Christopher
4030 Woodland Creek #101
Kentwood, MI 49512

Unsuccessful candidate for state House in 2000

LIB

Good, David
6675 Fence Row Court
Caledonia, MI 49316

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Hart, Doug
3729 Mesa Court
Rockford, MI 49341

Born 1968, in Bay City; Married; wife, Carolyn; Bachelor's degree in communications from Calvin College; teacher; Member of state House (1999-present); former legislative aide for Rep. Jack Horton for four years; North Kent Service Center board

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Clowney, Fred
8779 9 Mile Road NE
Rockford, MI 49341

Born September 27, 1954 in New York NY; Married; wife, Judy; children Eleanor, Lydia, Esther, Fiona; master's degree candidate in business administration at Grand Valley State University; bachelor's degree in economics from Vassar College; CFO & Owner, International Met Systems (199-present); senior vice president at Kidder Peabody & Co (1990-1996); first vice president at Drexel Burnham Lambert (1984-1989); Former representative at Town Meeting, Greenwich CT (1990-1994); Trustee, Temple Emanuel; member of American Meteorological Society; volunteer tutor at Grand Rapids Public Schools; mentor at Project Zero (GRACE); coach for Rockford Little League; fclowney@intermetsystems.com

LIB

Horan, Thomas E.
12367 Sparta Avenue NW
Sparta, MI 49345

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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Van Regenmorter, William
6293 Springmont Drive
Hudsonville, MI 49426

Born January 29, 1939 in Jamestown; Married; Four children; Former analyst for Dun and Bradstreet, businessman, author; Member of state Senate (1991-present), former member of state House (1983-1988), former county commissioner

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Barringer, Beverly L.
18864 80th Avenue
Coopersville, MI 49404

Born May 20, 1933 in Walkerville; married; husband, Gerald; six children; Studied two years at Muskegon School of Business; Employed at state Employment Services Migrant Program; Active in straight party ballot proposal, chair of 2nd Congressional District Committee; Volunteer for surplus commodities, Grand Rapids Home for Veterans

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Gelineau, Bill
3827 Navaho Street S.W.
Grandville, MI 49418

Did not respond to questionnaire.

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