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David LaGrand Wins Democratic Primary and Looks Toward the General Election
Posted on August 04, 2010
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Contact: Maria Filice
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David LaGrand Wins Democratic Primary and Looks Toward the General Election
Candidate for State Senate encouraged by win
Grand Rapids, Mich. August 4, 2010- Yesterday, David LaGrand won the democratic primary in the 29th District State Senate race defeating State Representative Robert Dean. LaGrand, a local small business owner, former City Commissioner and former Assistant Kent County Prosecutor faces off with State Rep. Dave Hildenbrand in the general election.
LaGrand is energized by the results. He said, “I am deeply humbled and grateful to the people of the 29th District for supporting my candidacy for state senate. I look forward to talking with voters throughout the district over the next 3 months. This election has solidified my belief that the residents of the 29th District want leaders with real job creation experience. The work is just beginning, and I am eager to spread my message of fixing the mess in Lansing, attracting good paying jobs to the area and protecting our schools and cities.”
LaGrand also said that this victory would not have been possible without the support of his community. “I am incredibly honored by the amazing support and encouragement I have received. This victory was made possible by the wonderful volunteers that believed in my message and gave of their time. To my family and friends, this victory is yours and together we can build a Michigan that works for us all.”
David LaGrand worked as an Assistant Kent County Prosecutor, formed several private law practices, created two successful small businesses, including the Wealthy Street Bakery, and was elected to the Grand Rapids City Commission in 2007. David is a member of Eastern Avenue Christian Reformed Church and lives with his wife Melissa and their four children.
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David LaGrand Files Campaign Finance Report
Posted on July 27, 2010
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David LaGrand Files Campaign Finance Report with Over 360 Individual Contributors
Majority of Donors from West Michigan
Grand Rapids, Mich. July 23, 2010- Today, David LaGrand, former Grand Rapids City Commissioner and small business owner, turned in his Campaign Finance Report for the 29th State Senate Seat. LaGrand raised $122,301.17 in donations and in-kind contributions.
360 individual donors have contributed to the campaign, with the majority of contributors from Kent County. LaGrand, energized by the recent fundraising numbers and looking towards the August 3rd primary said, “The overwhelming number of supporters from the community proves my deep roots and commitment to our region. I am proud to say that the vast majority of our donors are from Kent County and I hope to be a strong voice for our region as its next State Senator.”
David LaGrand is a native of Grand Rapids and a graduate of Calvin College and the University of Chicago Law School. LaGrand worked as an Assistant Kent County Prosecutor, formed several private law practices, and created two successful small businesses before being elected to the Grand Rapids City Commission in 2007. David is a member of Eastern Avenue Christian Reformed Church and lives with his wife Melissa and their four children.
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David LaGrand Discloses Finances and Pledges to Never Become a Lobbyist
Posted on June 01, 2010
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Contact: Maria Filice
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Grand Rapids, Mich. June 1, 2010- Today, David LaGrand voluntarily disclosed his personal finances. LaGrand, a firm supporter of government transparency, called his fellow candidates and elected officials to do the same.
Currently, Michigan does not require elected officials to disclose their finances. LaGrand disclosed all automobiles, stocks, mutual funds, accounts, retirement funds, business interests and real estate owned solely or jointly with his spouse. LaGrand believes full financial transparency is essential. “The citizens of Michigan have an absolute right to know if their elected officials have any conflicts of interest,” LaGrand said, “by voluntarily disclosing my finances I hope to encourage all candidates and elected officials to do the same in order to provide the people of Michigan with trusted and open leadership.”
LaGrand did more than just disclose his personal finances. He pledged, when elected he will require his political staff to disclose their finances and sign an agreement restricting and disclosing any outside employment.
In a bold move, LaGrand pledged to never serve as a lobbyist following any term in state office. He said, “Lansing is run by special interests. I pledge to never accept a job as a lobbyist to demonstrate to the people of this District that I answer to no one but them.”
David LaGrand worked as an Assistant Kent County Prosecutor, formed several private law practices, created two successful small businesses, including the Wealthy Street Bakery, and was elected to the Grand Rapids City Commission in 2007. David is a member of Eastern Avenue Christian Reformed Church and lives with his wife Melissa and their four children.
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David LaGrand Approved to Install Solar Panels
Posted on May 20, 2010
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Grand Rapids, Mich. May 20, 2010- Yesterday, David LaGrand was approved to install ten solar panels on his home in Grand Rapids’ historic Heritage Hill District. LaGrand, who is running for the 29th State Senate, is a strong advocate for alternative energy usage and energy independence.
LaGrand researched not only the environmental outcomes of solar energy, but also the cost saving potential. LaGrand explained, “I’m a strong believer city living is good for the environment. This project puts those beliefs into practice in a new way. I got interested in solar technology because of the environmental, health and national security benefits, but when I crunched the numbers I realized this is simply a sound investment. In the 1970s everyone realized that insulation was a sound investment, in the same way solar energy is now saving consumers money.”
The ten solar panels will be installed on the south facing roof, not visible by the street, in order to preserve the historic façade of the home. LaGrand went before the Grand Rapids Historic Preservation Committee yesterday. The committee voted unanimously, 7-0, in favor of LaGrand’s request.
David LaGrand worked as an Assistant Kent County Prosecutor, formed several private law practices, and created two successful small businesses including the Wealthy Street Bakery and was elected to the Grand Rapids City Commission in 2007. David is a member of Eastern Avenue Christian Reformed Church and lives with his wife Melissa and their four children.
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David LaGrand Files Paperwork for State Senate with $100,000 Raised
Posted on April 27, 2010
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Contact: Maria Filice
Tel. 616. 454. 9790 or
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Email: mfilice@davidlagrand.com
Grand Rapids, Mich. April 27, 2010- Today, David LaGrand, former Grand Rapids City Commissioner and small business owner, officially filed for the 29th State Senate Seat. LaGrand filed the same day his campaign broke the $100,000 donation mark.
235 individual donors have contributed to the campaign, further cementing the broad based support of the campaign. LaGrand, energized by the recent fundraising numbers said, “I am truly humbled by the support I have received thus far. The generosity of the 235 donors enables me to spread my message of reform, job creation and protecting families throughout the 29th District.”
David LaGrand is a native of Grand Rapids and a graduate of Calvin College and the University of Chicago Law School. LaGrand worked as an Assistant Kent County Prosecutor, formed several private law practices, and created two successful small businesses before being elected to the Grand Rapids City Commission in 2007. David is a member of Eastern Avenue Christian Reformed Church and lives with his wife Melissa and their four children.
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Polls Show LaGrand Winning Primary and General Elections
Posted on January 28, 2010
Grand Rapids, Mich. January 28, 2010 – Just three weeks after announcing his candidacy for State Senate, two polls released today show former City Commissioner David LaGrand winning a potential August primary and defeating both likely Republican candidates in November. The primary poll sampled 845 likely Democratic voters and places LaGrand 24 points ahead of his potential opponent. The general election poll sampled 1,325 likely voters and shows LaGrand defeating Dave Hildenbrand and Lori Wiersma by an average of 6 points.
Both polls were commissioned by the LaGrand campaign and were conducted by Main Street Strategies, a respected polling and consultant group. The primary poll was conducted on January 20 and the general election poll on January 26.
In the primary poll, of the 845 asked, 37% would vote for LaGrand, 13% would vote for potential opponent State Representative Robert Dean, and 51% were undecided. If the number of undecided voters breaks at a similar ratio, LaGrand would be up 74% to 26% against Dean. The poll has a 4% margin of error.
In the general election poll, LaGrand defeats both Dave Hildenbrand and Lori Wiersma by an average of 45% for LaGrand and 39% for the possible Republican candidates with 16% undecided. Dean, however, loses to both Republican candidates by an average of 38% for Dean and 46% for the Republican candidates, with 16% undecided. The poll has a 3.5% margin of error.
Joe DiSano of Main Street Strategies commented on the polls, “Dean’s chances of winning a Senate primary are a very long shot at best. If the Democrats want to win the 29th Senate seat, then the primary voters polled are correct and David LaGrand is the best candidate.”
LaGrand, a former City Commissioner, small business owner and father of four is enthusiastic about the results and looks forward to the campaign. LaGrand said, “The polls demonstrate people are responding positively to my message of using West Michigan values, common sense and a strong business background to reform Lansing and create jobs. The campaign is just beginning and there is a lot of work to be done in the future, but I am humbled that so many people in my community trust me to represent them. I will work hard and listen to citizens every day to continue earning the trust and support of the people of the 29th District.”
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