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Al White
| Al White | |
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| Colorado State Senate District 8 | |
| Former member | |
| Term in office began 2009 | |
| Term in office ended 2011 | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Business Owner |
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White served in the Colorado State House of Representatives from 2000 to 2008. During this time he served as Assistant Majority Leader.
White attended Western Illinois University from 1968 to 1970. He then earned his BA in English from the University of Colorado in 1972.
White served in the United States Army from 1970 to 1971. He then worked as Owner/Manager of Golden Spike Ski Shops, Incorporated, from 1976 to 2000. He is currently the owner of a Ski Business.
Committee assignments
Elections
2008
On November 4, 2008, White was elected to the 8th District Seat in the Colorado State Senate, defeating opponent Ken Brenner (D).[1]
White raised $157,885 for his campaign, while Brenner raised $68,144.[2]
| Colorado State Senate, District 8 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Al White (R)
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33,888 | |||
| Ken Brenner (D) | 27,842 | |||
Campaign donors
2008
In 2008, White collected $157,885 in donations.[3]
His five largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Citizens To Elect Al White | $9,891 |
| Colorado Education Association | $4,250 |
| Colorado Association Of Realtors | $2,900 |
| Naiop Colorado Chapter | $2,400 |
| Colorado Medical Society | $1,400 |
Personal
White and his wife, Jean, have two children.
External links
- Sen. White's personal website
- Official Colorado State Senate website of Senator Al White
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Al White
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000
References
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by ' |
Colorado State Senate - District 8 2009–2011 |
Succeeded by Jean White |
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