Politics
In November 2007, Riemersma joined Family Research Council, a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., as the director of a six-state region that includes Michigan. In September 2009, Riemersma announced that he would run for the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican in Michigan's 2nd congressional district. The seat was held by Rep. Peter Hoekstra who is vacating it to run for Governor of Michigan. Riemersma said he would fight against abortion, taxes and big government. He was ultimately defeated in the primary election by Bill Huizenga, who would go on to win the general election. In February 2010, Riemersma drew attention when he announced his support for Tim Tebow's Focus on the Family Super Bowl advertisement.
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