Biographical Information

Born: November 18, 1945 in Benton Harbor
Marital Status: Married
Children: Three children
Education: Master's degree in science education from Western Michigan University; bachelor's degree in agriculture education from Michigan State University
Employment/Military Record: Former high school agri-science/industrial arts teacher, farmer
Community Activities: 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

Elections and Political Participation

Michigan Senate 21st District 2006
General Vote: 50,182 of 86,259 (58%)
Primary Vote: 15,285 of 15,285 (100%)
Campaign Finance Reports

Michigan Senate 21st District 2002
General Vote: 43,239 of 66,712 (64%)
Primary Vote: 10,934 of 24,311 (44%)