Brenda Carter
Brenda Joyce Carter is an American politician serving as a member of the Michigan [House of Representatives] since 2019, currently representing the Michigan's 53rd [House of Representatives district|53rd district]. She is a member of the Democratic Party.
Early life
Carter was born on September 10, 1954. Carter's father was John H. Canty. Carter's mother was Mary S. Wallace. Carter is the fifth oldest and she has twelve siblings. Carter attended high school in Detroit, Michigan.Education
Carter attended Spring Arbor College, Michigan State University, and Oakland University.Career
Carter was an engineering analyst for GM.Carter is a former interim assistant to the City Manager of City of Troy in Michigan. In August 2018, Carter defeated Kermit Williams, Chris Jackson, Lone Bowman, Keyon Payton, and Mike Demand, and won the primary election for Michigan House of Representatives for District 29. On November 6, 2018, Carter won the election and became a member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 29.
Following redistricting, Carter ran in the 53rd district in 2022, winning reelection. She was reelected in 2024.