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Royal Oak Election

Monday, July 30, 2012

Jim Townsend, Candidate for State Representative, House District 26

Townsend is the only Democratic candidate for state representative in the Aug. 7 primary election.

Name: Jim Townsend  Age: 46 Place of residence: Royal Oak, MI B.A., History, Highest Honors, University of North Carolina, 1988 M.B.A., University of Michigan, 1997 M.P.P., University of Michigan, 1997 Current job title: State Representative, House District 26 Running for a: State office Running for position: State Representative  Chamber/district: House District 26 Incumbent: Yes Previous elective offices: N/A Party affiliation: Democrat Address: 939 E. 12 Mile Rd., Madison Heights, MI 48071 www.votejimtownsend.com I'm running for re-election because I love the people and places of Michigan and I believe the talent and integrity of our people and the quality of our communities are the keys to our future. But career politicians, who thrive…

William Sayre, Candidate for State Representative, House District 26

Sayre is one of two Republican candidates for state representative in the Aug. 7 primary election.

Name : William Sayre Age: 70 Place of residence : Royal Oak, MI M.Ed., Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, 1990 B.A., Oakland University, Rochester, MI, 1974 Undergraduate Studies, Albion College, Albion, MI Current job title : Teacher (Retired), Cass Technical High School, Detroit, MI;  1987 - 2004. Running for a: State office Running for position: State Representative  Chamber/district: District 26 Incumbent: No Previous elective offices :  Trustee, Pontiac Board of Education, Pontiac, MI Precinct Delegate, Precinct No. 8, Pontiac, MI Precinct No. 8, Royal Oak, MI Party affliation: Republican Address: 1003 Cedar Hill Drive, Royal Oak, MI 48067 none I am not running for office as much as volunteering to represent my neighbors in the …

William L. Sayre

9:44 pm on Sunday, August 5, 2012

I would vote for him even though I consider myself liberal...He is my father and he is, without question, the most dedicated volunteer and selfless person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I am proud to be his son and he truly does mean what he says. He will represent the people of his district with honor and truth.   more ›

Mark Bliss, Candidate for State Representative, House District 26

Bliss is one of two Republican candidates for state representative in the Aug. 7 primary election.

Name : Mark Bliss Age:  26 Place of residence : Madison Heights, MI Western Governors University Oakland University Oakland Community College  Current job title : Business Dashboard Strategist and KPI Coach  Running for a: State office Running for position: State Representative  Chamber/district: District 26 Incumbent: No Previous elective offices : None Party affliation: Republican Address: 849 E. Katherine Ave., Madison Heights, MI 48071 electbliss.com FISCALLY RESPONSIBLE  In my spare time I am a personal finance coach helping more than 150 local families get back on track financially, and with a career in the IT/Software field I understand how modern, cost cutting technology could impact our state.  FOCUSED ON YOU  I care about the …

Monday, July 23, 2012

Edward Nahhat, Candidate for 44th District Court Judge

Nahhat is one of three candidates for judge in the Aug. 7 primary election.

Name : Edward Nahhat Age: 50 Place of residence : Royal Oak, Michigan University : Wayne State University Law School, JD (1990); Wayne State University, BFA (1983) Current job title : general practice attorney at Caputo Brosnan PC in Warren Running for a: Local office Running for position: District Court Judge Chamber/district: 44th Incumbent: No Previous elective offices : None Address: 515 W. Houstonia Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48073 www.nahhatforjudge.com About My 20 Years of Diverse Legal Practice I have 20 years of experience successfully litigating for and advising people of all ages and families of all shapes, as well as businesses - both big and small.  I have successfully handled cases in all levels of Michigan courts in all types of …

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1:01 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Nahhat, I think this just got my vote. I really hope, if elected, you stay true to your promises of being involved with the community! As a follow up do you mind sharing where you stand on a few issues? Perhaps the public safety millage, the entertainment district, and how you think we make royal oak resemble Bloomfield vs. Pontiac?   more ›

Derek Meinecke, Candidate for 44th District Court Judge

Meinecke, is one of three candidates for judge in the Aug. 7 primary election.

Name : Derek Meinecke Age: 37 Place of residence : Royal Oak, Michigan University: Wayne State University, JD; Northwestern University, BA Current job title : assistant prosecuting attorney for Oakland County since 2001 Running for a: Local office Running for position: District Court Judge Chamber/district: 44th Incumbent: No Previous elective offices : None Address: 716 Orchard View Drive, Royal Oak, MI 48073 www.votemeinecke.com Experience As an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the past decade I have served the residents of Oakland County prosecuting some of the most violent crimes and seeking justice for the most vulnerable victims.  Having litigated in every district court in Oakland County, prosecuting more than 1,000 cases, I have …

Carlo Ginotti, Candidate for 44th District Court Judge

Ginotti is one of three candidates for judge in the Aug. 7 primary election.

Name : Carlo Ginotti Age: 52 Place of residence : Royal Oak, Michigan University : Ginotti is a 1988 graduate of Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Ginotti received his undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science from Western Michigan University, in 1984. Current job title : assistant to Michigan's Attorney General, assigned to the Criminal Division in Detroit Running for a: Local office Running for position: District Court Judge Chamber/district: 44th Incumbent: No Previous elective offices : Royal Oak City Commission Address: 2323 Woodland Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48073 www.ginottiforjudge.com Leadership. Experience. Commitment to one’s Community - These are qualities that can only be developed and strengthened over time.  They …

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Debbie Campbell

5:46 pm on Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Editor Davids— Thank you for addressing my concerns.   more ›

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