Mark Schauer

Mark Schauer has been a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 7th district of the State of Michigan, since 2009 (map) of Michigan.

The Economy
Schauer wants a trade policy that protects American workers and allows American to be competitive in a global market. He supports increasing in the minimum wage and protecting the earned income tax credit.

War in Iraq
Schauer does not support the Iraq War, and wants to find a new strategy in the region. He would like to have troops removed as soon as possible while keeping the soldiers safe.

Healthcare
To improve the healthcare system, Schauer says he would support policies that give more access to coverage and lower the cost of care. He would also work hard to protect children's healthcare coverage under SCHIP.

Environment
Schauer supports investing in alternative energy to help preserve natural resources, reduce carbon emissions and control the need for foreign oil. He is also opposed to drilling the Great Lakes.

Social Security
Schauer says he will not gamble with social security by working on privatization methods, but will work to ensure the long-term stability of the program.

Veterans
Schauer says he would support legislation keeps veteran's homes from foreclosure, increases economic and job opportunities, and ensures that veterans can send their children to college, similar to the legislation he has worked on at the state level.

Bio
Schauer was a member of the Michigan Senate.

2008 elections
Schauer challenged and defeated Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) in the 2008 congressional elections.

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Committees
Schauer is assigned to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

Contact
DC Office: 1408 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515-3805 Phone: (202) 225-6276 Fax: (202) 225-6281 Web Email Website

District Office - Jackson: 800 West Ganson Jackson, MI 49202 Phone: (517) 780-9075 Fax: (517) 780-9081

Related SourceWatch articles

 * 2008 U.S. congressional elections
 * 2008 U.S. congressional election dates
 * Portal:Michigan and the U.S. Congress

External resources

 * 2008 Race Tracker page on Michigan’s 7th Congressional District

External articles

 * "Mark Schauer is Running," Walberg Watch, August 23, 2007.