for
State
Senate
ABOUT ME
Hi, I'm Mark
WHERE I COME FROM
I come from Michigan back roads and early mornings. From hard work, strong handshakes, and keeping your word. I was raised to believe that you don’t complain, you show up, you pitch in, and you leave things better than you found them.
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I’m a farmer, a neighbor, and someone who understands that when our land, our small businesses, and our families thrive, our communities thrive. I know what it means to plan ahead, weather tough seasons, and make decisions that affect not just today—but generations to come.
Where I come from, people help each other without being asked. We value common sense over politics and honesty over headlines. That’s the mindset I’ll bring with me to Lansing, listening first, working hard, and standing up for the people of Michigan’s 36th District.
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Because where I come from still matters, and it always will.
A THRIVING CAREER
I’ve built my career the same way I’ve built my life, through hard work, responsibility, and showing up every day ready to get the job done. Nothing was handed to me. I learned early that success comes from persistence, smart decisions, and treating people fairly.
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As a farmer and business-minded problem solver, I’ve spent years balancing risk, managing costs, and planning for the long term. I understand what it takes to run an operation, meet payroll, and adapt when conditions change. Those experiences have shaped how I approach challenges, with practical solutions and a steady hand.
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My career has taught me that real progress doesn’t come from talk, it comes from doing. From listening, learning, and following through. That’s the same approach I’ll bring to serving Michigan’s 36th District: focused on results, grounded in experience, and committed to building a stronger future for our communities.
MISSION STATEMENT
Equality Meets Opportunity
I’m running for State Senate to bring common sense, hard work, and accountability back to Lansing. Our communities deserve leadership that listens first, works across differences, and puts people, not politics, at the center of every decision.
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My mission is to protect our rural way of life, support farmers and small businesses, and ensure that Michigan’s future is built on opportunity, responsibility, and respect for those who do the work. I believe government should be practical, transparent, and focused on results that strengthen families and local communities.
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I’m running to be a steady, independent voice for Michigan’s 36th District, guided by experience, grounded in service, and committed to leaving our state stronger for the next generation.