Jasper Ryan Martus
Jasper Martus was born in Flushing, Michigan . Martus earned a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University in 2021. His career experience includes working as a communications advisor for the Michigan House Democrats and as a caseworker for Congressman Dan Kildee . Martus has been affiliated with the Genessee County Democratic Party, the Flushing Historical Society, the Flushing Chamber of Commerce, and the Euphrates Institute.
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“My family has lived in this community for decades. Whether it was the factory floor, the classroom, a small business or the wide open fields, throughout my family’s history we have always worked hard to make our community a better place.”
(Campaign website) “I am proud of major wins in my first term thanks to the continued support of this community and close working relationships with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle.”
(Campaign website) “Passed climate legislation that will protect our Great Lakes”
(Campaign website)Patrick Duvendeck
Patrick Duvendeck graduated from Houghton Lake High School. He earned an associate degree from Mott Community College in 1981 and a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan, Flint in 1985. His career experience includes working as an electrical engineer.
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“We need to attract more good‑paying jobs to Genesee County and strengthen partnerships with our local universities to ensure students graduate “job‑ready.” Energy costs must be brought under control by pursuing meaningful energy reforms that make utility bills more affordable and reliable.”
(Campaign website (via Ballotpedia)) “I support legal immigration. Those who enter the country illegally should be returned to pursue the legal process and should not receive benefits or advantages over American citizens. Refugee admissions must involve thorough vetting, and all levels of law enforcement should cooperate to uphold federal immigration laws.”
(Campaign website (via Ballotpedia))Adam Blake Childress
Adam Childress He advanced from the Libertarian Party convention on June 28, 2026 .
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“I am an avid believer in individual rights, private property rights, and the principles enshrined in the Declaration of Independence by our founders. I work in the field of engineering and design, which is indicative of my passion for problem solving, while getting my hands dirty around our the family hobby farm.”
(Campaign website (via Ballotpedia)) “I am honest. I try to view our problems from all perspectives and consider those perspectives when offering solutions. I try to understand and account for my own bias in my decision making. And if I error, it is toward protecting, preserving, or procuring the rights of individuals.”
(Campaign website (via Ballotpedia)) “Absolutely, our representative government was founded on that premise. However, the two party monopoly in control of our representative government makes it very difficult to function as intended.”
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