Deborah Cherry

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Deborah Cherry
Deborah Cherry
Member of the Michigan State Senate
from the 26th district
Incumbent
Assumed office 
2002
Born August 19, 1954 (1954-08-19) (age 53)
Dowagiac, Michigan
Political party Democratic
Spouse single
Profession public administration
Religion Episcopalian

Deb Cherry is a Democratic member of the Michigan Senate, representing the 26th District since 2002. Her district includes parts of Genesee and Oakland counties. Previously she was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1995 to 2000.[1][2] Her brother John Cherry is the current Lieutenant Governor of Michigan.

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[edit] Background

Cherry received her Bachelor of Science degree from Oakland University in Human Resources Development with a concentration in Manpower. She also has her master's degree from the University of Michigan-Flint in Public Administration.

[edit] Political career

Cherry's interest in politics began in high school when she joined a non-partisan student group. Since that time she has been active in politics as a volunteer, manager of campaigns, as a candidate, and as an elected official. Before being elected into the legislature, Cherry worked with the Valley Area Agency on Aging where she managed grants and worked to find funding for various agency services. She also served on the Genesee County Commission for six years, where she represented the 3rd District, and was Commission Chair for 3 years. Cherry is currently Chairman of the Greater Flint Health Coalition, a member of the Michigan Fitness foundation, the Michigan Prospect and IMA Board, as well as is an honorary member of the Genessee County Board.[3]

[edit] References

  1. ^ (2006) Michigan Manual 2005-2006. Lansing, MI: Legislative Council, State of Michigan, 129. Retrieved on 2007-06-29. 
  2. ^ Michigan Senate Democrats: About Deborah Cherry (2007). Retrieved on 2007-06-29.
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