Eric Redman
A candidate for State Representative, Position B, Republican Primary, Idaho Legislative District 2 in the 2016 Idaho Primary, May 17
Party: Republican
Age: 78
City: Athol, Idaho
Education: Graduated from Palouse High School in Palouse, Wash., in 1964. Entered the Air Force and served four years during the Vietnam era, including service in Thailand, working in computer communications.
Political background: Incumbent state representative, elected in 2014. Seeking re-election to second two-year term.
Work experience: Owned Redman Resort, a marina and resort in Bayview, for four years. Owned a real estate development and construction company, E.M. Redman & Co., for 12 years, with offices in Spokane and Coeur d’Alene. Worked as an insurance agent for Farm Bureau Insurance for five years, then opened Redman & Co. Insurance, operated it for 25 years, before retiring at the end of 2012 and selling the insurance business to his kids. Also serves on the boards for Christian charities Reach America and Highway Evangelism.
Family: Married. Has five grown children, 14 grandchildren
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Redman (R) | 1,579 | 61.90% |
| Alan Littlejohn (R) | 972 | 38.10% |
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