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Ken Kester
Ken Kester (b. March 16, 1936) is a former Republican member of the Colorado State Senate, representing District 2 from 2003 to 2011. He previously served in the Colorado House of Representatives from 1998 to 2002 and on the county commission from 1975 to 1987 and from 1994 to 1998.
Biography
Kester's professional experience includes owning a business.
Committee assignments
- Agriculture, Natural Resources & Energy Committee, Colorado Senate
- Local Government Committee, Colorado Senate
Elections
2010
- See also: Colorado State Senate elections, 2010
Kester was ineligible to run for re-election in 2010 due to Colorado's term limits.
2006
On November 7, 2006, Kester was elected to the 2nd District Seat in the Colorado State Senate, defeating opponent Michael R. Griego (D).[1]
Kester raised $68,086 for his campaign, while Griego raised $22,936.[2]
| Colorado State Senate, District 2 (2006) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Ken Kester (R)
|
25,031 | |||
| Michael R. Griego (D) | 16,143 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Kester is widowed and has three children.
Recent news
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See also
- Colorado State Legislature
- Colorado State Senate
- Colorado Senate Committees
- Colorado state legislative districts
External links
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Ken Kester
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2000
Footnotes
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by ' |
Colorado State Senate - District 2 2003–2011 |
Succeeded by Kevin J. Grantham |
