I am a Kalamazoo Christian HS graduate and earned a BBA in Finance from Grand Valley State University. Professionally, I have spent 10 years in the financial services industry working with individuals with a broad spectrum of investment experience and financial background.
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I was born and raised 1/2 hour north of the 60th district in an agricultural community. I am the youngest son of an immigrant dairy farmer. The bedrock of my political philosophy has in large part been shaped by my father's experiences.
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In formal economics we talk often about the need for government in the face of market failure. Market failure is a condition where it is believed that the private market will not address societies needs, therefore government must step in, tax the citizens and provide the societal need.
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