MICHIGAN 2006 Senate Race The following information is taken from the 2006 Almanac of American Politics. The 2006 Almanac can be ordered online, or by phone at 1-800-356-4838. Debbie Stabenow (D) vs. Mike Bouchard (R)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

Debbie Stabenow (D) defeated Mike Bouchard (R), 57% to 41%.

Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D)

First elected in 2000; Seeking second full term; Stabenow was unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 517-336-8500 Web Site: www.stabenowforsenate.com Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: April 29, 1950; Gladwin, Mich.
• Family: Married (Tom Athans); two children, one stepchild
• Education: Michigan State University, M.S.W., 1975; B.A., 1972
• Professional Career: Consultant & co-founder, Michigan Leadership Institute, 1995-96
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: U.S. House, 1996-2000; state Senate, 1990-94; state House, 1978-90; Ingham County Commission, 1975-78

Mike Bouchard (R)

Bouchard, the Oakland County sheriff, was nominated with 61% of the vote in a two-way primary. Campaign Contact: 248-566-1125 Web Site: www.bouchardforussenate.com National Republican Senatorial Committee Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: April 12, 1956; Flint, Mich.
• Family: Married (Pam); three children
• Education: Michigan State University, B.A., 1979
• Professional Career: Police officer, 1976-88
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: Oakland County sheriff, 1999-present; state Senate, 1991-99; state House, 1990-91; Beverly Hills Town Council, 1986-90

Previous Election Results

2000 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Debbie Stabenow (D)	2,061,952	49%	$7,892,518
	Spencer Abraham (R)	1,994,693	48%	$13,028,636
2000 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Debbie Stabenow (D)	unopposed