Roger Pine

Roger Pine is an American former politician who served one term in the Kansas State Senate.
Pine was born in Lawrence, Kansas, and made his living as a farmer there. In 2004, he ran successfully won election as a Republican, stressing his credentials as a farmer and business owner, and emphasizing his beliefs in encouraging the growth of small business in Kansas. Pine narrowly defeated Democrat Jan Justice, taking 52% of the vote to her 48%. The incumbent, fellow Republican Bob Lyon, did not seek reelection.
In his 2008 reelection bid, Pine faced another close election, ultimately losing to Democratic challenger Tom Holland; Holland took 48% of the vote, Pine took 46%, and 5% was claimed by Libertarian Patrick Wilbur.