Frank Lafata
Frank LaFata earned a high school diploma from Grand Rapids Central High School. He graduated from the Northern Midwest Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters Trade School in 1978.
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(Campaign website) Education & schools: “"I'm a retired skilled trades carpenter. My education comes from the trades. My education has come from a career of building classrooms and building companies, literally! I'm very proud of that."”
(Campaign website) Education & schools: “"Ive been married for 35 years. I have three kids and five grandkids. I know you can't build a strong family without a good job, good schools, and a good community.”
(Campaign website) Education & schools: “"I think politicians in Lansing are failing families by making it hard for companies to grow, hard for schools to educate our kids, and hard for communities to attract families"”
(Campaign website) Pat Outman
Pat Outman was born and lives in Six Lakes, Michigan. Outman graduated from Lakeview High School in 2010. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and legal studies from Ferris State University. Outman's career experience includes working in the construction and excavation industries. He has served as the chairman of the Montcalm County Republican Party and on the board of the Montcalm County Farm Bureau.
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Elections, voting & government reform: “Help spread the word about my re-election campaign.”
(Campaign website) Economy, jobs & cost of living: “Michigan was once the economic engine of America. Our state built industries, created opportunity, and helped millions of families achieve the American dream.”
(Campaign website) Infrastructure & transportation: “By lowering costs, strengthening infrastructure, and supporting the communities that make our state unique, we can once again make Michigan a place where families thrive and businesses grow.”
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