Mike Steele (Washington politician)
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Michael A. Steele (born 1982) is an American politician of the
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. He is a member of the
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, representing the 12th Legislative District since first being elected in 2017. He previously served on the White House staff during the
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as a member of the Political Affairs Team.


Early life and career

Steele was born and raised in Chelan, Washington. After graduating from Pacific Lutheran University, he served on the White House staff as a member of the Political Affairs Team during the George W. Bush administration and as a staff member for the Washington House of Representatives Republican Caucus. He is the executive director of the Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce.


Political career

Steele served on the Chelan, Washington city council from 2012 to 2016. He ran for the state legislature following the announcement that Brad Hawkins would run for the State Senate. Steele won in 2016 with 60% of the vote over Republican Jerry Paine.


Awards

* 2020 Guardians of Small Business. Presented by NFIB.


References

Washington (state) city council members Republican Party members of the Washington House of Representatives Living people 21st-century American politicians People from Chelan, Washington George W. Bush administration personnel Pacific Lutheran University alumni 1982 births {{Washington-politician-stub