Justin Amash (MI-03)
Election: November 2, 2010Endorsed: June 28, 2010
Age: 29
Hometown: Cascade Charter Township, Mich.
Professional Background: Lawyer and small businessman
Pro-Growth Credentials:
- Has fought against the job-killing Michigan Business Tax, even against fellow Republicans
- Consistent opponent of corporate welfare, a perennial problem in Michigan
- Has pledged to repeal Obamacare and will not accept earmarks
- A leading advocate of government transparency, Amash posts all his staff salaries and votes on his Facebook page, challenging fellow lawmakers to do the same
- Has pledged not to raise taxes
Race Details: Amash's district is solidly conservative, so his victory in the Republican primary gave him a strong advantage in the general election.

