Deborah Cherry

Deborah Cherry
Member of the Michigan Senate from the 26th district
In office 2002–2010
Succeeded by	David B. Robertson
Personal details
Born	August 19, 1954 (1954-08-19) (age 57) Dowagiac, Michigan
Political party	Democratic
Spouse(s)	single
Alma mater	Oakland University University of Michigan–Flint
Profession	Politician
Religion	Episcopalian
Website	Senator Deb Cherry

Deb Cherry is a former Democratic member of the Michigan Senate, representing the 26th District until she was elected Genesee County treasurer in 2010. Her district included parts of Genesee and Oakland counties. Previously she was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1995 to 2000.^[1][2] Her brother John D. Cherry was the Lieutenant Governor of Michigan. There is speculation that she may run for congress in 2012.^[3]

Background

Cherry received a Bachelor of Science degree from Oakland University and earned a Master of Public Administration from University of Michigan-Flint.

Political career

Cherry's interest in politics began in high school when she joined a non-partisan student group. Since that time she has been active in politics as a volunteer, manager of campaigns, as a candidate, and as an elected official. Before being elected into the legislature, Cherry worked with the Valley Area Agency on Aging where she managed grants and worked to find funding for various agency services. She also served on the Genesee County Commission for six years, where she represented the 3rd District, and was Commission Chair for 3 years. Cherry is currently Chairman of the Greater Flint Health Coalition, a member of the Michigan Fitness foundation, the Michigan Prospect and IMA Board, as well as is an honorary member of the Genessee County Board.^[4]

References

1. ^ Michigan Manual 2005-2006. Lansing, MI: Legislative Council, State of Michigan. 2006. pp. 129. ISBN 1-878210-06-8. http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(khwxmyqj3u0soobvfl4d0b55))/mileg.aspx?page=MM2005-2006&chapter=3. Retrieved 2007-06-29. 
2. ^ "Michigan Senate Democrats: About Deborah Cherry". 2007. Archived from the original on 2007-02-05. http://web.archive.org/web/20070205234818/http://www.senate.mi.gov/cherry/about.htm. Retrieved 2007-06-29. 
3. ^ http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2010/11/deborah_cherry_sworn_in_as_gen.html
4. ^ [1]

External links

• Senator Cherry's Homepage
  • The Cherry Report with guest Linda Hamacher
  • Floor Statements video clips
• Project Vote Smart - Senator Deborah Cherry (MI) profile
• Follow the Money - Deborah Cherry
  • 2006 2004 2002 2000 1998 1996 campaign contributions
• Michigan Senate Democratic Caucus
• Michigan Liberal - SD26
• Blogging for Michigan Sen. Cherry: Michigan Kids, Legislature Both Need to Shape Up

Persondata
Name	Cherry, Deborah
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Date of birth	1954-08-19
Place of birth	Dowagiac, Michigan
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