Gary Peters

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Gary C. Peters

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth December 1, 1958 (Age: 67)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
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Personal Background

Gary Peters holds a robust educational background, with degrees in political science, philosophy, and law. He spent nearly a decade in high-finance before transitioning to public service. Peters served in the United States Navy Reserve, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Commander. His professional experience includes roles as a financial advisor, academic, and senior policy analyst. Peters has demonstrated leadership capabilities in local government and state-level positions before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and subsequently the U.S. Senate.

Political Ideas

Gary Peters's political identity is marked by a strategic blend of progressive advocacy and pragmatic bipartisanship. He champions healthcare, education, and environmental protections while simultaneously collaborating with opposing factions on issues like economic development and border security. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Peters's rhetoric often emphasizes community resilience and regional pride, framing national issues through a distinctly Michigan-centric lens.

Campaigns
2020: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

United States Senate election in Michigan

2,734,568 votes (49.90%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations
Member
Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies
Member
Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
Member
Subcommittee on Department of Homeland Security
Member
Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development
Member
Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies
Member
Armed Services
Member
Subcommittee on Airland
Member
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity
Member
Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities
Member
Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Member
Subcommittee on Coast Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries
Member
Subcommittee on Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness
Member
Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety
Ranking Member
Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media
Member
Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Ranking Member
Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on Border Management, Federal Workforce, and Regulatory Affairs
Ex Officio
Subcommittee on Disaster Management, District of Columbia, and Census
Ex Officio
2014: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Michigan

1,704,936 votes (54.61%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan's 14th congressional district, 2012

270,450 votes (82.30%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan's 9th district general election, November 2, 2010

125,730 votes (49.76%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Michigan's 9th congressional district election, 2008

183,311 votes (52.08%)

Win