Michigan State Senate District 9 candidate surveys, 2022

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This article shows responses from candidates in the 2022 election for Michigan State Senate District 9 who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

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General election

General election for Michigan State Senate District 9

Michael Webber defeated Padma Kuppa in the general election for Michigan State Senate District 9 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Michael Webber (R)	50.3	57,953
		Padma Kuppa (D)	49.7	57,158

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 115,111
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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?

Padma Kuppa (D)

I am a strong advocate for education: great public schools, skilled trades that lead to good union jobs, and affordable college are all critical to having a strong workforce. I will continue to support every child’s right to have access to quality public education, something I did for nearly two decades as PTA mom.

I understand the impact of rising costs as an engineer, automotive professional and non-profit leader with decades of experience. I have worked for and continue to support small businesses as a legislator - they are critical to our state’s economic success. Planning for affordable housing and ensuring people have access to affordable prescription drugs and quality healthcare, as well as investing in our roads and other infrastructure, are key to ensuring Michigan remains attractive to young families and businesses alike.

I am committed to protecting our Great Lakes, our groundwater and our natural resources - they are essential to our tourism industry. We must ensure that future generations can enjoy our beautiful state. As a Planning Commissioner I introduced a tree protection ordinance to ensure responsible development while protecting our greenspace. As a legislator, I support the MI Healthy Climate Plan and other measures to protect our environment.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Padma Kuppa (D)

I bring my experience to this office: an engineer in automotive and finance now serving my second term as a State Rep. My top priorities are interconnected: Education, Economy, Environment. A quality public education is critical for success; we must make sure that Michiganders have the skills to make sure that our economy thrives in the 21st century - and that college and skilled trades are affordable and accessible. Michigan is graced with tremendous beauty and natural resources, I want to protect the Great Lakes and ensure access to clean water. Tourism is a top three industry in Michigan and maintaining resources is important for a healthy economy and families. Lastly, policies to promote good jobs are critical for building vibrant communities where families can thrive.

See also

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