"Karl Sipfle is our preference in this race. The engineer and product manager says lower taxes and small government will help create jobs and has experience working on overseas projects, which could help the state well as it diversifies its economy and seeks international partners. "

- The Detroit News, July 29, 2010



"Vote Sipfle for the State House seat in 39th District

I am an international business consultant and I am aware of a race for the State House this year that will have great effect upon us.

One House seat, the 39th, is held by a far-left Democrat. I believe we are taxed more than enough and controlled more than enough by our government.

Opposing this person is Karl Sipfle, a conservative achiever. Sipfle is product manager at a defense company, and is personally responsible for the manufacturing validation of our next-generation tank weaponry, the tip of the sword of Western ground power.

Sipfle is NOT a career politician, which is one thing I like about him. He holds the common sense understanding that money doesn’t grow on trees, and it is not the government’s money in the first place. His strong reputation for integrity is a great and badly needed contribution.

Peter Jansen
Farmington Hills"
- Oakland Press, Voice of the People, July 27, 2010



"Sipfle is the candidate to address economic issues

The endorsements that Karl Sipfle has been receiving underscore a fact of great importance for the residents of Commerce, West Bloomfield, and Wolverine Lake.  SIpfle is the candidate this year for state representative who we need to elect, to seriously address the area's difficult economic conditions.

His economic advisor, Peter Jansen, has successfully brought jobs from overseas into Michigan- no simple feat with the state's present business climate.

Sipfle is not yet another lawyer or politician.  He is a successful business and technology problem-solver, and precisely what we need to re-orient our economy from a near-obsession on automotive (and taxes) to the new tech directions that will bring our new and necessary economy into being.

Glen Willson
Commerce Township"
- Oakland Press, Voice of the People, June 15, 2010



"Sipfle is the kind of candidate state needs

The founding fathers were successful men in their own right before they banded together to oppose an oppressive form of government. We are faced with a similar situation today.

We currently have an oppressive national government and an ineffective state government. We must look for candidates at every level who have a proven history of success in their personal and private lives. Haven’t we had enough of the same union-backed politicians promising prosperity but doing little more than securing their own futures?

One man who I believe fits the mold of leadership we need in Michigan today is Karl Sipfle. He is running for the Michigan State House from the 39th District (Commerce Township, West Bloomfield, and Wolverine Lake). He has been successful fixing local and international business problems and is willing to apply his knowledge and talent to see that Michigan will again be a state anyone would be proud to call home.

It is unfortunate for me that Sipfle will not represent my own district, but those of you in the 39th District have a great opportunity to help Michigan get back on the right track. Check out www.karlformichigan.org.

Jayson Corey
Oakland Township"
- Oakland Press, Voice of the People, May 21, 2010



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MAY 15, 2010  12:01 AM
CONTACT: KARL SIPFLE 248-890-1314 
DR.DAVID BROWNSTEIN, DIRECTOR OF THE CENTER FOR HOLISTIC MEDICINE, ENDORSES KARL SIPFLE FOR STATE HOUSE

(WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI) – Internationally known holistic physician David Brownstein, M.D. today endorsed Karl Sipfle (R-Commerce Township) to replace Lisa Brown (D-West Bloomfield), representing the 39th State House District.
 
David Brownstein, M.D. is a Board-Certified family physician and is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. He is the Medical Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, MI. Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and others about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice. Dr. Brownstein has authored nine books.

“Dr. Brownstein is a perfect example of a man who is both highly successful at what he does, and truly caring about the people he serves," Sipfle said.  "He is a genuine role model in the West Bloomfield community.  My endorsements from business leaders and best government officials are very appreciated, but I am also especially honored to be endorsed by this singularly talented and moral man."

About Karl Sipfle: Karl is Product Manager at the Realtime Technologies group of Arotech, a global defense company with units in Israel , Michigan , and Alabama.  He manages final test systems production for the next-generation Abrams tank high-tech gunnery.  Karl has been fixing difficult business and technical problems on three continents for thirty years.  He is married to attorney Elizabeth Sipfle.


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MAY 6, 2010  11:59 PM
CONTACT: KARL SIPFLE 248-890-1314  
L. BROOKS PATTERSON ENDORSES KARL SIPFLE FOR STATE HOUSE

(COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI) – Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson today endorsed Karl Sipfle (R-Commerce Township) to replace Lisa Brown (D-West Bloomfield), representing the 39th State House District.
 
The endorsement follows a request made at an April meeting between Patterson, Sipfle, Sipfle's Economic Advisor Peter Jansen, and Patterson's development team, about efforts under way by Sipfle to bring jobs into the state from overseas companies.  Sipfle supporters include former State Senator Mat Dunaskiss, who also endorsed Mr. Sipfle today, and now four Oakland County Commissioners, with Sue Ann Douglas endorsing Sipfle yesterday.

“The single most powerful, creative, and successful force in creating jobs for the Michigan  economy, is the leadership of Mr. L. Brooks Patterson," Sipfle said.  "I am deeply honored to have his endorsement, and the trust he has placed in me.  I pledge to work tirelessly for jobs for the people, as Brooks does every day." 

Mr. Patterson informed Sipfle of his decision at a fundraiser for Mike Kowall, who is running for the State Senate, and whom Mr. Patterson has also endorsed.

About Karl Sipfle: Karl is Product Manager at the Realtime Technologies group of Arotech, a global defense company with units in Israel , Michigan , and Alabama .  He manages final test systems production for the next-generation Abrams tank high-tech gunnery.  Karl has been fixing difficult business and technical problems on three continents for thirty years.  He is married to attorney Elizabeth Sipfle.
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APRIL 29, 2010
CONTACT: KARL SIPFLE 248-890-1314  
OAKLAND COUNTY COMMISSIONER JOHN SCOTT ENDORSES KARL SIPFLE FOR STATE HOUSE

(COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI) – Oakland County Commissioner John Scott today endorsed Karl Sipfle (R-Commerce Township) to replace Lisa Brown (D-West Bloomfield), representing the 39th State House District.
 
“John Scott understands that Jobs are Job 1,” Sipfle said.  “He is a long-standing, solid fiscal conservative who walks the talk, and understands the danger of a tax-and-spend mindset to our prosperity.  I am honored to have John's endorsement,” Sipfle said.   Scott is joined by Oakland County Commissioners Jim Runestad and David Potts, who have also endorsed Sipfle, as well as former State Representatives and local business leaders.
 
Scott informed Sipfle of his decision at Sipfle's Campaign Kickoff event on April 25th.  Additional events will be announced in the near future.
About Karl Sipfle: Karl is Product Manager at the Realtime Technologies group of Arotech, a global defense company with units in Israel, Michigan, and Alabama.  He is manager of final test systems production for the next-generation Abrams tank high-tech gunnery.  Karl has been fixing difficult business and technical problems on three continents for thirty years.  He is married to attorney Elizabeth Sipfle.



"[Glenn] Clark said one state House race in which there may be tea party involvement is the 39th District encompassing Commerce and West Bloomfield townships, where Democrat Lisa Brown won by a narrow margin in 2008. Clark calls Brown one of the most liberal members of the House.
    Karl Sipfle, a longtime Republican challenging Brown, says he and the tea party 'see things the same way.'  He and his wife have been supportive, he said.
    Sipfle called the tea party a significant movement"
- Oakland Press, April 18, 2010



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APRIL 2, 2010
CONTACT: KARL SIPFLE 248-890-1314 
GARFIELD AND POTTS ENDORSE SIPFLE FOR STATE HOUSE

(COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI) – Former 3-term Republican State Representative John Garfield, and Oakland County Commissioner David Potts, today endorsed Karl Sipfle (R-Commerce Township) to replace Lisa Brown (D-West Bloomfield), representing the 39th State House District.
 
“John Garfield understands, and has always understood, that Jobs are Job 1,” Sipfle said.  “He understands the danger of a tax-and-spend mindset to both prosperity and freedom.  I appreciate John's endorsement,” Sipfle said.
 
“David Potts understands the importance of fiscal conservativism,” Sipfle said.  “At the same time he understands that financial pressures cannot be an excuse to evade principle.  I appreciate David's endorsement very much as well,” Sipfle said.
The Garfield and Potts endorsements follow recent endorsements of Sipfle by former State Representative Rocky Raczkowski and Oakland County Commissioner Jim Runestad.
 
Garfield and Potts are planning to attend Sipfle's kickoff fundraiser on April 25th.  Additional events will be announced in the near future.
  About Karl Sipfle: Karl is Product Manager at the Realtime Technologies group of Arotech, a global defense company.  He is manager of final test systems production for the next-generation Abrams tank high-tech gunnery.  Karl has been fixing tough business and technical problems on three continents for thirty years.  Karl is married to attorney Elizabeth Sipfle.


"39th District candidate will be effective leader.
Karl Sipfle is from Commerce and has decided to run for state (representative) from the 39th District.
I have had several opportunities to listen to him discuss the need to create jobs, which our current governor seems to ignore.
Who wants to bring or start a business in Michigan?
Sipfle strongly believes in smaller government.
Lansing and Washington, D.C., are bursting at the seams with too many ineffective politicians. Sipfle also lowers taxes and is a strong supporter of our veterans.
As a Vietnam veteran, I strongly endorse his ideas and his work ethics to get the job done."
- Oakland Press, Voice of the People, March 22, 2010



"Karl Sipfle of Commerce Township stated he is running for Michigan State House of Representatives, District 39 as well. Sipfle said he is a Product Manager for a defense company. Sipfle said he is pro family, pro homeowner, pro victory. Sipfle said he is not of the opinion that the people in trouble with their homes is their entire fault. He knows very intelligent people who are in trouble. Sipfle said the care of veterans is not adequate and this would be an issue he would work on. Sipfle said he’s all about jobs, “I get sent all over the world to fix problems.” Sipfle said he is not running for this position for the money and that taking this position would be a great salary cut. Sipfle said he’s in the business of saving lives and saving money. He stated he is committed to working for Michigan and about his campaign. Peter Jansen will be his economic advisor. Trying to get any foreign company to try to put a factory in Michigan is very difficult. Sipfle stated he met with Tom Zoner last week to find a Bio Fuel location"
- Village of Wolverine Lake Regular Council Minutes March 10, 2010 Village of Wolverine Lake Regular Council Minutes March 10, 2010



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- Fox 2 News



"His platform is lower taxes, small government, and free enterprise generating job growth. He would like to see all bills posted on the Internet for five days before they come up for a vote."
- Spinal Column, February 10, 2010



"...Sipfle and Devaney will likely be the leading candidates to face off against Democratic incumbent Lisa Brown, who won a tightly contested seat in 2008."
- Michigan Liberal, www.michiganliberal.com
[Editor's note: Devaney did not file for candidacy.]