Brett Roberts (politician)
American farmer, businessperson, and politician
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Brett Roberts is a former Republican Member of the Michigan House of Representatives, elected in 2014 who represented the 65th District.[3]
Brett Roberts | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 65th district | |
| In office January 1, 2015 – December 31, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Mike Shirkey |
| Succeeded by | Sarah Lightner |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Megan |
| Children | 1 daughter and 1 son |
| Occupation | Farmer and politician |
| Website | gophouse |
| [1][2] | |
Early life
Roberts was raised in Eaton County, Michigan and graduated from Charlotte High School.[1][2]
Professional career
Roberts is a sixth-generation farmer and owner of a Dairy Queen in Charlotte, Michigan.[1][2][4]
Political career
Roberts was elected to represent Michigan's 65th District in the Michigan House of Representatives in 2014, defeating Bonnie J. Johnson and Ronald Muszynski, following the departure of Mike Shirkey who went to serve in the Michigan Senate.[3][4]
Electoral history
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Brett Roberts | 15,955 | 56.98 | +0.17 | |
| Democratic | Bonnie J. Johnson | 11,077 | 39.56 | −3.63 | |
| Libertarian | Ronald Muszynski | 971 | 3.47 | +3.47 | |
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Brett Roberts | 1,691 | 26 | |
| Republican | John Calhoun | 1,614 | 25 | |
| Republican | Robert Sutherby | 1,392 | 22 | |
| Republican | James Stormont | 1,080 | 17 | |
| Republican | Dale Moretz | 527 | 8 | |
| Republican | Dan Fulara | 115 | 2 | |