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Max Riekse

REPUBLICAN

Max Riekse is running for State Senator.

Personal background

Max Riekse earned a master's degree in political science and international relations and a master's degree in education and history from Western Michigan University. He lives in Fruitport Township.

Professional background

Max is retired. He served as a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army, and served in the National Guard and Army Reserve. He also worked as a high school teacher in Michigan public schools and an assistant college professor.

Political background

Max previously served two terms on the Fruitport Township Parks Commission. He also ran unsuccessfully for various political offices including Muskegon County sheriff in 2024, Michigan State University Board of Trustees in 2022, U.S. House Michigan District 2 in 2020, Michigan State Senate District 34 in 2018, Michigan House of Representatives District 91 in 2016, 2014, and 2012, U.S. president in 2008, state board of education, Muskegon County board of commissioners, and the Fruitport school board.

Economy

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Public Safety

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Healthcare

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Education

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Transportation & Infrastructure

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Energy & the Environment

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Voting & Elections

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Ethics & Conduct

Was jailed in 2013 for contempt of court in connection to money he failed to pay to his ex-wife.

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