"Eric has an accomplished record as a proven leader who brings people together and gets results. He is a man of integrity, passion and has an impeccable record as an advocate for the welfare of community. It was my honor to install Eric as the President of the National Association of Counties, because I knew, and he clearly demonstrated, that he is a bridge-builder. In the current climate in Lansing, it is without question that Eric Coleman is uniquely qualified to refocus decision-makers in Lansing on what's best for our children, schools, families, and businesses. His years of experience and leadership are sorely needed at the state level to forge real and positive solutions."

- Dennis W. Archer

"Eric has distinguished himself on the local level as an outstanding County Commissioner and on the national level when he was President of the National Association of Counties. His extensive resume and practical experience will make him an extremely effective State Representative."

- Jeffrey Appel

"Eric and I have worked hand in hand for many years at both the local and county levels to address the needs of the people through good fiscal management and strategic allocation of resources. His extensive background in working in a bi-partisan arena is a needed strength for a State Legislator representing our district."

- Barbara Talley

"Commissioner Eric Coleman has the leadership skills and experience that will insure his success as a great Michigan State Representative. His ability to resolve problems through bringing people together will be an extraordinary asset for our State."

- Greg Jamian, Commissioner RCOC (Road Commission of Oakland County)

"It has been my pleasure to have worked with Oakland County Commissioner Eric Coleman for over 11 years. He is truly one of the rare few who epitomizes 'advocacy and public service'. We truly need someone with his wealth of experience in Lansing!"

- Sheryl Mitchell

"Wonderful website... you do great work! Of course, the content has something to do with the man himself - Eric Coleman, MAN OF LEADERSHIP AND INTEGRITY."

- Cherryl Thames, Lathrup Village

"I know he is a caring, compassionate person who cares. These are the qualities I love most in him."

- Judy Coleman

"Over the more than 25 years that I have known Eric Coleman, he has presented himself as highly committed to the growth and development of Southfield and Oakland County. His legislative record speaks for itself. I believe he brings the knowledge, experience and technical skill sets that we especially need in Lansing as we once again prepare to bring in a new set of legislators due to term limits. As our state goes through this very difficult economic period in our history, it is even more critical that we elect and hold accountable a leadership that understands the issues we face. Let's join together to elect Eric Coleman as our next Michigan State Representative."

- V-Gail Simpson, Southfield

"As a constituent of Commissioner Eric Coleman's district, he provides you with news you can use. Most notably the Oakland County prescription drug card. We will all be winners because Eric will fight for the needs of our community in Lansing."

- Diana Peagler, Southfield

"I have seen first-hand Commissioner Coleman stand up for those who were not able to be heard. He is not afraid to speak up for what is right. Even though he will not be my direct representative in Lansing, I will sleep better at night knowing he is working for all citizens of Michigan. We need strong leadership in Lansing, and Commissioner Eric Coleman will provide that!"

- Commissioner Kristin Judge, Washtenaw County

"Commissioner Coleman is a leader who has the confidence and ability, to face the toughest leadership and political challenges. Eric has a high degree of recognition, acceptance and prestige in dealing with others. I have personally witnessed his effectiveness in Washington, DC, nationally and here locally on the Oakland County Commission. I wholeheartedly endorse Eric for State Representative."

- Hon. Janet Jackson, Oakland County Commissioner

"With the tough economic times facing Michigan, now more than ever we need legislators who will stand up and speak up for the average citizen. Eric Coleman is that person! Eric's legislative background, proven leadership and commitment to his constituents demonstrate his ability to be a great State Representative."

- Shaniya Jarrett, Oak Park

"As a recent candidate for Southfield City Council, I was always reminded that serving is a very special commitment where one must always put the will of the citizens first. This is a lesson I was taught as a young person by my parents. It is an element I always looked for in leadership; a quality I have found in Commissioner Eric Coleman. He has dedicated his career to helping, reaching out, and blazing trails. Commissioner Coleman has been an active advocate for change in this country, as a Super-Delegate by endorsing Candidate Obama, as a Commissioner for Oakland County by enhancing the restaurant safety regulation, and as an active resident of Southfield by integrating the school board and police department. I am excited to support Eric Coleman. His relentless effort to build bridges and solve problems will serve us well in the Michigan House of Representatives."

- Derek Forney, Southfield

"Eric has proven leadership and accomplishments throughout his career. This gives me great confidence that he will hit the ground running in Lansing."

- Daniel Brightwell, Southfield

"Eric brings the leadership skills we need at the state level. Eric has been successful at the local and national level, now it is time for our state to be the beneficiary of his knowledge and experience."

- Mike Rogers, Former Oakland County Commissioner

"Eric has served our community many ways. As a member and president of the Southfield Public Schools Board of Education, Eric was innovative in youth projects and maintaining close contact with students teaching them how our government works while involving them directly with state and local lawmakers. Many of these youth organizations still exists today. He has experience as a businessman having run his own businesses for many years and applies well founded business concepts to all that he does today. What's more important is how he stays on top of everything that's going on. This is what we need. Someone who knows what is happening, researches solution and acts on behalf of his community. Lansing is where we needs him to be."

- Raymond Hopson, Southfield

"If you have a task that needs doing...Eric does it! If you have a tough decision that no one wants to make...Eric makes it! If you have a heavy load to move and no movers...Eric moves it! If integrity is missing in the process...Eric makes certain that its put back in! This man is the type of leader that gets it done. He is the type of leader we need in Lansing...right now!"

- Douglass Doggett, Sr.

"Eric's background in education is critical in a candidate today. The demands on today's legislatures require someone with Eric's proven wisdom, knowledge, and ability to compromise, in order to facilitate necessary educational reform. Commissioner Coleman has demonstrated that he is extremely capable with helping to raise the quality of education for Michigan students. I fully support Eric for the Michigan State Legislature because of his all encompassing background, experience and leadership abilities. I'm very pleased he's thrown his hat in the ring."

- Paul Cooper, Southfield

"Commissioner Eric Coleman has been instrumental in achieving success in several instances for me and my clients. He has the wisdom, knowledge, resources and contacts that are so necessary in the business climate today. He's a results oriented person who doesn't stop because he hits a 'road block.' He always comes through with a winning strategy and insures that his contacts follow up until the desired outcome is achieved. The people of the State of Michigan will be very fortunate to be represented by Eric Coleman."

- Linda Anderson, Attorney at Law, Livonia

"I have known Eric for more than 25 years. I have served alongside him in various leadership roles, and I can testify to the fact that Eric is a 'doer.' He is a man of action, making things happen in whatever he does."

- Scott Griffin, President, Griffin Properties, Southfield

"As a small business operator in the metro Detroit area, I had the opportunity to meet Commissioner Eric Coleman several years ago. Over the years he has assisted me in maneuvering through the unpredictable layers of red-tape in local policies and procedures and facilitated business situations, which have always had positive results. He is a politician you can put your faith and trust in, a rarity in this world."

- Maurice Mickam

"He is a good man!"

- Willie Harris, Southfield

"I’ve known Eric since before I moved to Michigan. He has constantly been a friend and supporter. When I was Chairman of the Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus, Eric was very instrumental in helping the organization move onward and upward."

- Derek Albert

"Eric Coleman has demonstrated a quiet, steady and focused leadership for the residents of Oakland County. His integrity has lead to continuous support from the people he has served for decades and, as a true and faithful man of God, Eric will 'fight the good fight' for the entire State of Michigan. I encourage all eligible voters to elevate Eric Coleman to the position of State Representative this election year!"

- Joseph T. Thomas IV, Chair - Hope United Methodist Men

"Eric is a committed public servant. In representing Southfield in the House of Representatives he will offer experience and judgment in meeting the many challenges facing our State."

- Marlene Davis, Southfield

"Eric…my mentor and early inspiration and model. Thanks for giving me the spark, support, and encouragement to start down the path of activism."

- Spencer Overton
Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General
Office of Legal Policy, U.S. Department of Justice
Former Professor of Law, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.
Former Student, Southfield High School

"Eric gets the job done! He is always accessible. If you call him – you get a response. He was President of the National Association of Counties (NACo) and was the very first to bring the prescription drug card to Southfield and Oakland County. Eric is someone who cares. He has done a really good job as County Commissioner and he will be a very good Representative in Lansing."

- Muriel Zweigel, Southfield

"I have always known Eric Coleman to be a man of great vision, passion, a deep and abiding commitment to serving the community and a person exemplifying the rare quality of moral courage. I have known Eric for over twenty years and remember his early days of service on the Southfield School Board. He is a tireless worker, a man of integrity, an advocate for truth, equality and justice and has proven himself to be a serious public servant of enduring value and worth. The Roman statesman Seneca once observed, 'Fire is the true test of gold, adversity of strong men.' His quality leadership has stood the tests of time and he has surely experienced his share of adversity. Needed more than ever in the Michigan House of Representatives is leadership of character and resolve with the will to uphold government of the people, by the people and for the people; men and women who will vouchsafe the public's trust and do the people's business. With sterling leadership more precious than gold, Eric Coleman is undoubtedly that man who will serve the people well. I highly and enthusiastically support his candidacy."

- Dr. Carlyle Fielding Stewart, III - Senior Pastor
Hope United Methodist Church, Southfield

"The right man for the right position!"

- David Bowman, Bloomfield Hills

"I have known Eric for over 10 years. He is very supportive of our company here in Southfield and very resourceful in his capabilities."

- Anthony Hollaman - Epitec Group, Southfield

"I served on the Oakland County Commission with Eric. He was articulate, innovative, aggressive. I found him to be loyal and helpful. He has a charming wife and a beautiful family. He advanced to President of the National Association of Counties and did a magnificent job. He will be a leader in the legislature."

- Ruel E. McPherson, Former Oakland County Commissioner

"Longtime friend!"

- Al Talley, Southfield

"Long time friend and supporter of Eric!"

- Stephen and Jacquie Kemp, Southfield

"Eric Coleman is the ONLY man for the job!"

- Bishop Willie L. Anderson, Southfield

"I am supporting Eric because he is honest, trustworthy, community-minded and unselfish. I believe he would make a great State Representative; one who would serve the state well and be effective. I support him because of his experience and knowledge and I believe he will be a great asset to our state."

- Frankie Anderson UAW Champlain for Local 412 and Region1

"Eric is for the people. So am I!"

- Brenda Canty-Carter

"I support Eric because it’s the right thing to do."

- Carolyn Prince Hundley

"Eric would be good for the state!"

- Mike and Joann Colombo

"Eric has been a long time community activist. He is knowledgeable, intelligent and personable. I believe he has the total package to serve as State Representative and will be an asset to the people he will represent."

- Doris Godwin, Southfield

"He is a great Democrat!"

- Anthony Grillo, UAW

"I am supporting Eric because I have known him for many years as a concerned public servant. He cares about the Oakland County community and District #35. He is known as a dependable, efficient and caring person that puts others over personal concerns."

- Viola Woodford

"Great supporter of labor!"

- Terry Gilligan, Pipefitters Local 636

"Eric is the only candidate who has experience leading, and building partnerships. He has led successful initiatives on a local, county, state, national and international level. He is an advocate and visionary leader. His introduction of the Prescription Drug Discount Card has save people in Oakland County $10 million or an average of $15 per prescription. Restaurants in Oakland County are safer and cleaner because of Eric’s legislation to require training for food handlers and serving on the board to close restaurants that don’t comply with health codes. He has a legacy of being willing to stand on the front line and fight for what is right. He has opened the door to opportunity to people on many levels. Eric’s depth and breathe of experience are unmatched and greatly needed in Lansing! Eric Coleman will bring the best practices of Oakland County to Lansing – this will benefit the people of his district and the entire State of Michigan."

- Hon. Mattie McKinney Hatchett, Oakland County Commissioner

"Eric Coleman is a man of integrity who is committed to his constituents. He is a leader with vision and purpose. His effective leadership in Lansing is needed as State Representative and I fully endorse him."

- Mary Segars, Southfield

"Mr. Coleman is certainly capable of being an effective leader in Lansing as State Representative. I believe he will serve us well. I endorse him."

- Salathea Jackson, Southfield

"I've known Eric for about twenty years and he has always had his heart in our community. Eric possesses experience and knowledge about how goverment works and what it take to get the job done."

- Hon. William "Bill" Morgan, Township Supervisor, Charter Township of Royal Oak

"I believe that Eric Coleman is an exceptional politician who will earnestly work for the people's best interest. He's reliable and dependable, and his endeavors are always trustworthy. As a state rep for Michigan, I know his committment will shine forth. He has what it takes to get the job down right!!"

- Trieste Skinner

"Eric Coleman is without question the most qualified, most experience and most committed candidate for State Representative. He is dedicated to Democratic values and has proven that he can get results."

- Virgie Rollins

"I am proud to support Eric Coleman for State Representative. I have lived in Southfield almost all of my life. And I have known Eric Coleman for most of my life, as well. Mr. Coleman was my teacher, mentor, and supporter early in life as the adult sponsor of Southfield High Youth in Government. He definitely made a difference in my life for the better. And he has done the same as our County Commissioner, and will continue to do so as our State Representative. Although I am conservative politically and don't always agree with Mr. Coleman on the issues, I can think of no person in public service with more integrity, honesty, and good sense than Eric Coleman. While it's rare for me to endorse a Democrat, I cannot be more emphatic in my support of this good man. He is a successful businessman, public servant, teacher and mentor to so many, and--most important--one of the most decent and honest people I now. That is so important in public servants and elected officials, and, sadly, we have so few that live up to these standards. Eric Coleman is that rare person who does. I hope you will vote for Eric Coleman for State Representative. He continues to do us proud."

- Debbie Schlussel, Attorney, Southfield

"I support Eric's candidacy for State Representative because of his experience in government and organizational leadership at the local, county, state and national levels. He has always been a champion of the rights of the common man or woman to achieve all their God given potential. As a former Michigan citizen my heart is with the state's efforts to rebound and continue to give its people a wonderful quality of life and opportunity. Eric Coleman can offer the kind of perserverance and creativity in state government this challenge will require."

- Pastor Gerald Simmons, Lancaster, PA

"Eric Coleman has shown his dedication to our community by serving fourteen years as our county commissioner. During that time he has helped secure funds for road repairs, written a sanitary code for all Oakland County Restaurants, brought us a prescription discount card and initiated the securing of Catalpa Park, among other initiatives. Eric has proven he is a man who can get the job done."

- Hon. Irv Lowenberg, Treasurer, City of Southfield

"Eric Coleman has worked in the community for many years. It is time to take his talents to a bigger stage. I support his candidacy for State Rep and he has my vote."

- Brenda Perryman

"I've known Eric Coleman a number of years as a County Commissioner and I think he would make an excellent State Representative for Michigan."

- Craig Covey, Mayor, City of Ferndale