Padma Kuppa
| Padma Kuppa | |
|---|---|
| Michigan House of Representatives, 41st district From: January 9, 2019 - present | |
| Predecessor | Martin Howrylak |
| Successor | Incumbent (no successor) |
| Information | |
| Party | Democrat |
Padma Kuppa is a state representative from Michigan's 41st district.
Before entering politics
Prior to holding any political office, Kuppa was an engineer for Chrysler and was active in community work.[1]
Michigan House of Representatives
Endorsements
Kuppa was endorsed by the Detroit Free Press in 2018[2] as well as progressive organizations such as Planned Parenthood.[Citation Needed]
General election
Kuppa ran for office in 2018 to the Michigan House of Representatives, and defeated Republican candidate Doug Tietz by less than 3 percent of the vote.[3]
Tenure
While Kuppa's 2018 campaign focused on fixing general problems within Michigan,[Citation Needed] her voting record on some issues may have been more liberal than many anticipated once in office.[4] In one instance, Kuppa voted with her party line against prohibiting dilation and evacuation abortions.[5] She also voted against a bipartisan measure to amend punishments for those that commit concealed carry violations.[6]
References
- ↑ Democrat Padma Kuppa making bid for GOP-held district in Michigan
- ↑ Detroit Free Press Endorsements for the State House and Senate
- ↑ Padma Kuppa - Ballotpedia
- ↑ Padma Kuppa's Voting Records
- ↑ HB 4320 - Prohibits Dilation and Evacuation Abortions - Michigan Key Vote
- ↑ HB 4434 - Amends Fines and Sentences for Conceal Carry Violations - Michigan Key Vote