Posted on October 20, 2010
Grand Rapids Press, Letter to the Editor
Monday, October 18th
We have known David LaGrand, candidate for 29th District state Senate seat, for years. Our children go to school together; we are active in the community together, and we know firsthand how committed he is to seeing Michigan thrive once more. He has the real-world experience necessary to be a great leader.
David and his wife, Melissa, have partnered with other Grand Rapids residents to open successful small businesses in our community. They have been instrumental in the revitalization of downtown and the Wealth Street corridor with their businesses Four Friends Coffee Shop and the Wealthy Street Bakery.
LaGrand and his partners saw potential in down-and-out areas of our city and had the foresight to begin an award-winning community bakery. David is a true job creator. The task of rebuilding Michigan’s economy should go to someone who has experience rebuilding local neighborhoods.
Vote for David LaGrand on Nov. 2.
-Matt and Lisa Walhout
Grand Rapids