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Start Here (born July 25, 1973) is a member of the Michigan Senate, representing the 5th District which encompasses northwest Detroit, Dearborn Heights and Inkster. He currently serves as the Democratic Floor Leader.

Background
Tupac A. Hunter was born and raised in Detroit. He graduated from the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy in 1991. In 1995, he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Urban Studies and Public Policy from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. He also holds a Master of Public Administration Degree from Oakland University.

Political career
In November 2010, Tupac A. Hunter was re-elected to a second term in the Michigan Senate representing the citizens of the 5th District, which comprises northwest Detroit, Dearborn Heights, and Inkster. He was unanimously elected by his colleagues in the Democratic Caucus to serve as the Democratic Floor Leader for the 2011-14 legislative session. He previously served as the Assistant Democratic Leader during his first term in the Michigan Senate (2007–2010). Prior to being elected to the Michigan Senate, he served in the Michigan House of Representatives (2003–2006). He served as the House Democratic Whip (2005–2006) and as the ranking Democrat on the Banking and Financial Services Committee and the Insurance Committee.

Issues
Senator Hunter's legislative interests cover banking and financial services, consumer protection, criminal justice, economic development, education, ethics in government, and health care insurance reform. His legislative agenda has produced 26 Public Acts and one constitutional amendment to date. He has authored legislation to encourage financial literacy and fair lending practices; fought for the passage of Michigan's law mandating smoke-free workplaces; and has authored legislation relating to children's health, including legislation that would require insurance companies to cover treatments for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Honors & Recognition

 * Michigan Association of State and Federal Program Specialists Roberta Stanley Legislative Award (2010)
 * Autism Insurance for Michigan Coalition Legislative Champion Award (2010)
 * American Heart Association Heart Champion Award (2010)
 * Hearing Loss Association of Michigan Legislator of the Year Award (2009)
 * Michigan Deaf Association Legislator of the Year Award (2009)
 * Michigan Children’s Trust Fund Seasoned Advocate Award (2008)
 * Michigan Credit Union League Legislator of the Year Award (2007)
 * Who’s Who in Black Detroit Honoree (2006–2010)