Michigan State Senator
Host: Basima Farhat
Previously Aired On: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - Listen to the Show!
Glenn S. Anderson was elected to the Michigan State Senate in November 2006 to represent the people of the 6th Senate district, which includes the communities of Garden City, Livonia, Redford Township, and Westland. Anderson serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee and the four related sub committees of economic development, transportation, higher education and general government. In addition, Senator Anderson serves his caucus as Assistant Democratic Floor Leader.
Prior to his election to the Senate, Anderson represented Michigan’s 18th District in the Michigan House of Representatives for six years. Before beginning his tenure in the legislature, Anderson served as Councilman for the City of Westland for nine years.
Throughout his tenure in public service, Anderson has been committed to fiscally responsible government, insuring the continuation of vital services while maintaining a balanced budget. His legislative priorities include consumer protection, election reform, protecting our children, quality healthcare, and insurance accountability and affordability.
Senator Anderson believes that building strong communities is important to building a stronger Michigan. Over the years Senator Anderson has been active in a number of local organizations including the Churchill High School PTA, Western Wayne NAACP, Westland Jaycees, Goodfellows, Rouge River Rescue, and Westland Hockey Association. Anderson was chosen as “Legislator of the Year” by the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police and has been recognized by numerous organizations for his legislative work including the Michigan Association of School Psychologists, and the Michigan Municipal League. Anderson is also an alumnus of the National Conference of State Legislator’s BILLD and Toll Fellowships.
Before entering public service, Anderson was employed by Ford Motor Company, and has been a member of the UAW since 1972. He has also been a licensed Realtor since 1979. He and his wife Gail have made Westland their home for almost 30 years. They have two adult children, Melissa and Kyle, and two grandchildren, Mackenzie and Logan.
April 1st, 2009
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