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Margaret O'Brien
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Portage MI 49024
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In the News
| 2010 |
This Election is about Jobs, Jobs, Jobs
Press Release - July 23, 2010
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Don't just take my word for it - job creators are lining up behind me in this campaign, as they understand that it will take real, common sense solutions to fix our problems. (read the full story) |
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Americans for Prosperity Applauds State House Candidate Margaret O’Brien FOR -Signs No Climate Tax Pledge
News Release - July 15, 2010
Contact: Scott Hagerstrom (517) 853-9073 or James Valvo (703) 224-3200 |
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O’Brien joins more than 550 bipartisan legislators and candidates on the federal, state and local levels pledging to “oppose legislation relating to climate change that includes a net increase in federal revenue.” (read the full story) |
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House candidates in Kalamazoo discuss taxes, senior services
Published: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 10:15 AM; Updated: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 1:27 PM
Paula M. Davis | Kalamazoo Gazette |
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Tax-related questions drew the strongest opinions from state House candidates during a forum Monday.
At a meeting hosted by Kalamazoo County Advocates for Senior Issues, the candidates were asked questions on topics ranging from term limits, funding for senior services, and taxes . . . (read the full story) |
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State House candidates discuss education at Western Michigan University forum
Published: Tuesday, May 18, 2010, 11:26 PM; Updated: Wednesday, May 19, 2010, 12:04 AM |
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“We need transparency, compromise and a business environment that creates jobs.”
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Local Elected Officials Endorse Margaret O’Brien for State Representative in the 61st
Press Release - April 19, 2010 |
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Candidate Margaret O’Brien announced the
endorsements from nearly 30 current and former elected officials
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Portage City Council approves rezoning for massive expansion of
Greenspire Apartments
Mlive.com, April 13, 2010 |
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“I applaud the different parties coming together to make a reasonable compromise,” said Councilwoman Margaret O’Brien.“I think they have met the conditions involving traffic, the environment, having the least amount of impact.” (read the full story) |
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It's all About Jobs
Kalamazoo Gazette |
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“This is all about jobs,” said Councilwoman Margaret O’Brien, who works out of her home as a Realtor. “Times have changed and more people are working out of their homes out of necessity. You have to be careful you’re not shutting down entrepreneurship.” (read the full story) |
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Margaret O’Brien Defends Freedom of Speech
Press Release - February 4, 2010 |
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Portage, MI: Portage City Councilwoman and 61st State Representative Candidate Margaret O’Brien is defending a
local business’ right to exercise the 1st amendment of Freedom of Speech.
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Margaret O’Brien to Run for 61st District House Seat
Press Release - January 27, 2010 |
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O’Brien, 36, will be running as a Republican in the 61st District for the seat presently held by Larry DeShazor, who has
announced he is running for State Senate
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Fighting For Residents - Defending Home-Schooling
Kalamazoo Gazette - January 9, 2010 |
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Protect Parental Control over Children's Education Viewpoint
Viewpoint: Don't blame home schooling for what happened to Calista Springer
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| 2009 |
Reducing The Size and Price of Government
Kalamazoo Gazette - December 19, 2009 |
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Regarding improving cable access at a lower cost by partnering with other governmental units
"This will only improve the service,'' said O'Brien. ``You will be able to watch community access programming from all of the different communities. And it creates a unique partnership with the city, PMN and Portage schools.'' |
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Supporting Redevelopment of Brownfield Property and Granting Tax Abatement
Kalamazoo Gazette - December 19, 2009 |
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"There are short-term sacrifices for long-term gains," said Councilwoman Margaret O'Brien. "Without this tax incentive it's likely the project would not be developed."
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In response to Poor Assessment Practices
Kalamazoo Gazette - October 8, 2009 |
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"There's no excuse for poor treatment. We won't accept poor customer service. We'll make sure we move thoroughly and thoughtfully." - Margaret O'Brien
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| 2008 |
"Standing Up For Business"
Kalamazoo Gazette - October 12, 2008 |
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Supporting tax breaks for local business Eliason
Voting in favor of Eliason's request, council members Elizabeth Campbell, Larry DeShazor and Margaret O'Brien said they wanted to show good faith and reward a company that has been committed to Portage for more than 50 years. ``I understand the policy, but we have a company here taking a risk and expanding at a time when most aren't,'' O'Brien said. |
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Protecting Children and Fighting Drug Use
Kalamazoo Gazette - September 23, 2008 |
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Kalamazoo County parents look for solutions to drug abuse at 'Call to Action' meeting
"Understand that good kids sometimes make poor choices," said Margaret O'Brien, a parent of teenagers who serves on both the Portage City Council and the substance-abuse task force. "This is huge. These are good kids, but their brains aren't fully formed. They have poor impulse control, and they can make poor choices."
"We've been very shaken by the deaths of well-loved children from some wonderful families," O'Brien said. "Let's make sure to support those families whose children are fighting addiction." |
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