Edward Kempen (Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2, Michigan, candidate 2024)

Edward Kempen

Republican Party

Candidate, Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2

Elections and appointments

Last election

August 6, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of Wisconsin, 1990

Graduate

Oakland University, 2008

Personal

Birthplace

Kaukauna, Wis.

Profession

Real estate professional

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Edward Kempen (Republican Party) ran for election to the Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2 in Michigan. He was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Kempen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Edward Kempen provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 28, 2024:

• Birth date: October 31, 1966
• Birth place: Kaukauna, Wisconsin
• Bachelor's: University of Wisconsin, 1990
• Graduate: Oakland University, 2008
• Gender: Male
• Profession: Real Estate Professional
• Prior offices held:
  • I've been a precinct delegate for over 15 years. (2010-Prsnt)
• Incumbent officeholder: No

Elections

General election

General election for Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2

Penny C. Luebs and Edward Kempen ran in the general election for Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2 on November 5, 2024.

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	Submit photo	Penny C. Luebs (D)
		Edward Kempen (R)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2

Penny C. Luebs ran in the Democratic primary for Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2 on August 6, 2024.

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2

Edward Kempen ran in the Republican primary for Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 2 on August 6, 2024.

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		Edward Kempen

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Edward Kempen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kempen's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I've been a political activist for many

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Build world class casinos in Oakland County to end the monopoly of Detroit casinos that don't work for oakland county. Use a 50/50 revenue sharing system to offset property taxes. Key Proposed Markets: Downtown Pontiac, Troy, Novi, (Near expo center) and Auburn Hills near Great Lakes Crossing. Seniors should be able to choose their form of entertainment and support taxpayer relief while doing so.
• Implement best-in-class processes that help employees enjoy their work and reduce cost of administration by 80%.
• Work to strengthen marriage by reducing conflict and simplifying separation and eliminating divorce entirely. Marriage is an institution of God between consenting adults, the courts have overstepped as the government is supposed to be under God. From the government legal aspect, it should be considered a contract and rules of disengagement should be clarified upon entry, not left to an overzealous divorce industry.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Taxes. If a citizen steals a watch they go to jail. If the government assesses you $2500 for their fancy frills and you can't pay, they take your house. That's unfair.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Oakland County Board of Commissioners has responsibility to set and review the budget and it clearly shows where the funding comes from. The Federal government, State government, and Local. From the county we get a vision of all levels of government at work. All of which should be made reasonably.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

None that I'm aware of. I should publish my ideas since align with neither party although I am affiliated with the republican party, I won't be used to promote those insiders on either side. Instead, I align with the community as a whole. A conglomerate of citizens, business owners, and taxpayers.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Character.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Manage the budgets, set direction and guidance to move the county forward while maintaining the balance between taxpayer dollars and resident benefits.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

from age 14-18 I worked an illegal job in a ceramic shop making $2/hour. It was flexible hours and that worked with my academic and athletic primary responsibilities. I didn't pay social security, have a retirement plan, or anything like that. it was a cash job.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Find the waste and eliminate it.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. What's important is that we understand the politics and keep the focus on core values and fiscal discipline.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Strong financial experience and focus on problem solving, networking, and finding the best in class operations.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

Opportunity for leadership.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Financial transparency is crucially important in government, but responsible government is even more important. With responsible government transparency shows the truth.

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