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Meet Neil Friske
Standing Up For Northern Michigan
State Representative Neil Friske, born in Petoskey and raised near Charlevoix on the family farm, Friske Orchards, is a respected life-long resident of Northern Michigan. In 2022, the voters of the newly drawn 107th State House District elected Friske to represent them in the state legislature, where he is currently serving.
He graduated from Ellsworth High School and spent two-thirds of his life working on and running the family farm. For over a decade, Neil and his brother, Richard Jr., were second-generation partners in the family operation.
Friske also owns and operates a small business called Friske & Sons Property Management in Charlevoix. When he’s not hard at work, he spends as much time as possible with family. He has four grown sons and is a delighted Opa of seven beautiful grandchildren.
The Representative heartily enjoys serving and being a part of his community. Through his sons’ growing up years, he coached youth sports teams (Little League and basketball). He also trained and worked with summer travel teams and coached an adult women’s softball team. Beyond coaching, Friske has made church and faith a priority in his and his family’s lives: he served on a church board and led music in church.
To this day, Friske constantly and willingly gives his insight, time, and energy to his community, the state, the Republican Party, his church, and his fellow farmers and local business owners.
Together, We Can Make America Great – Again.
Truly great leaders lead with prayerful wisdom and humility, with a servant’s heart, with a listening ear, with transparency and dedication to those they are serving, with a formidable work ethic, and with an unrelenting conviction to uphold all people’s rights and freedoms. I will be such a leader – for you, for your families, for this beautiful state.
Together, we can put ourselves first – our children, our schools, our communities, our elderly, our veterans, our livelihoods. Together, we can be a voice for the voiceless – upholding the sanctity of life. Together, we can hold the line – against government overreach, against Big Corporation and Big Tech monopolies, against the loss of any and all freedoms. Together, we can make a difference – for our families, for our future, for our state, for everyone. Together, we can dream new dreams – and make them a reality. Together, by God’s grace, we can lead – boldly and relentlessly, with wisdom and conviction, with grace and humility.
My Farewell Address as your State Representative, which was scheduled to be read into the official record before the Republicans had decided to protest against the terrible Democrat bills:
“Today, as I address this chamber at the end of the 102nd Legislative Session, my heart is full of gratitude to God for giving me this opportunity. My heart is filled with a mix of emotions—pride—hope and sadness to be leaving this institution, yet excitement for the new chapter that lies ahead. I also have senses of frustration, and disappointment. After serving this great state, I'm disheartened to admit that I've witnessed firsthand the pervasive corruption that plagues our institution.
The Michigan House of Representatives was meant to be a beacon of hope, a constitutional republic and a champion of the people's voice. Instead, I've seen special interests prioritized over the needs of our constituents, backroom deals brokered, and the public's trust repeatedly betrayed.
Despite, Michigan and the nation’s, overwhelming rejection of Democrat policies on November 5, the lame duck House agenda reflects the aforementioned betrayal: Licenses for illegals, renaming Prostitution to “Commercial Sexual Activity”, releasing rapists, free water for cities, mandatory park passes, more taxpayer funded housing, mandatory retirement plans for all businesses, mandatory dental coverage, $500 retail nicotine licenses, gun manufacturer liability, increasing taxes to fund billionaires, like 50 million to a Canadian mining billionaire, 120 million to broke woke Dow Chemical, 28 million to broke woke Detroit Diesel, and 100 million to the broke woke University of Michigan.
I've been a voice for change, and pushed for transparency, accountability, and reform. But, unfortunately, my efforts have been met with resistance, and in some cases, outright hostility. I was even kept from displaying an American flag on a day where the antichrist pride flag was prominently displayed all over this chamber.
As I depart this institution, I want to urge my colleagues to take a long, hard look in the mirror. Ask yourselves: Are we truly serving the people of Michigan, or are we serving our own interests? Are we upholding the principles of the Constitution or are we perpetuating a culture of corruption?
To the people of Michigan, I want to assure you that there are still good, honest, and hardworking individuals within these walls. But I also want to warn you: the system is broken, and it's up to you to demand change.
As I leave this chapter behind, I remain committed to fighting for a better Michigan, one where our government truly serves the people, not just the powerful and well-connected.
Serving the people of the 107th House District and the State of Michigan over the past two years has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I have always sought to serve with integrity, compassion, and humility. I have endeavored to be a voice for the voiceless, to stand up for what is right, and to fight for justice and equality.
When I first stepped onto this floor, I was acutely aware of the responsibility I carried- not just to the people who sent me here, but to the values of service, integrity, and progress that define this institution. This chamber, steeped in history and charged with shaping Michigan's Future, has challenged me, inspired me, and taught me more than I could have imagined.
Over the course of my term, we’ve faced complex issues, passionate debates, and difficult decisions. The deck was stacked against me with the establishment controlling everything. But this did not stop me from putting in a 100% effort to fight for a Michigan I believed in. I fought tooth and nail for my legislation, even though we were in the minority and my colleagues on the other side of the aisle refused to budge. I introduced several pieces of legislation that were clearly non-partison, that received no consideration which was a TERRIBLE disservice to the people of the state of Michigan. While I was clearly disappointed that the opposing party played those games, it was not a surprise. What I was not prepared for, or at all expecting was the lack of effort and help from my own party leadership. Instead of letting that stop me, I brought public awareness to the issues and made the public start talking about them.
Most people don’t see what happens behind the scenes, so they don’t realize how effective myself, and other members like my colleagues in the Michigan Freedom Caucus actually are. With that being said, I am proud of the work that I have put in and staying true to what I said I would do for the 107th House District.
Of course, this journey would not have been possible without the many people who stood by me along the way. To my colleagues, whether we agreed or disagreed, I thank you for your perspectives, your camaraderie, and your shared commitment to our state.
To the exceptional staff , those who served in my office as well as those who serve us all to make this chamber function including the amazing Sergeants - your dedication behind the scenes is the foundation upon which this institution thrives. And to the people of the 107th district, thank you for trusting me to be your voice in Lansing. Your stories, your struggles, and your hopes have been a guiding light. Your encouragement, guidance, and prayers have meant the world to me.
As I step away from this role for now, I do so with a sense of optimism. Our challenges as a state are many, but so are our opportunities.
Michigan is strong because of its resilient and resourceful people, who stand ready to rise to any occasion. It is my hope that this chamber will be a place where the spirit of service rises above the fray of partisanship and where the collective good will become the priority.
This was not a childhood dream of mine, it was not a lifelong dream, it was not a new career, rather it was a true act of service to the great people who elected me and put their trust in me to represent them, and to work to protect and preserve the God-given freedoms and Liberties I was fortunate to grow up with; for my children and grandchildren and the generations to follow them. It has been a distinct honor and privilege to serve.
In closing, I leave with this: our time here is fleeting, but the impact we make can endure. Let us all remember why we came here, who we serve, and the Michigan we wish to build for the futre generations.
As I depart, I am reminded of the words of Second Corinthians 5:7, which says, "For we live by faith, not by sight." I have faith that the work we have done together will continue to bear fruit, and that the Michigan House of Representatives will remain a beacon of hope and leadership for our great state.
May God bless each and every one of you, may He continue to guide and direct us as we seek to serve others, may God bless this chamber, the people of Michigan, and the great state we all call home.
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Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his historic campaign victory. Thank you God for protecting this American Hero against evil.
The MAGA Movement is celebrating a long, hard-fought battle to get us back on track. Thank you to all the Conservative Patriots who stepped up to run for office, or got involved to help make a difference.
President Trump inspires us to never give up even in the face of tremendous pressure. The numbers prove that We The People will not be influenced by political persecution or the lying media.
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer, I heard a rumor that you want to be the President of the United States. This is not how the Commander In Chief runs the government, but you can fix this if you want to.
These are your employees. These Correctional Officers of the MDOC want you to hear their voices and fix the damn MDOC.
👉Add CO's to the State Police Pensions
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GOVERNOR WHITMER & DIRECTOR WASHINGTON: The Correctional Officers of the MDOC are desperate for your help, NOW. Not bandaid bills and social experiments.
Real help.
👉 Add CO’s to the State Police Pensions
👉 Stop mandating exhausting schedules
Governor Gretchen Whitmer
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I’d like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to those who supported me and worked tirelessly in my re-election efforts.
Unfortunately, we didn’t achieve the results we had all hoped for, but the people of the 107th have spoken, and now it falls upon us to accept the unfortunate outcome.
One of my colleagues sent me a simple yet meaningful note: “You will be missed in the legislature, not by most, but by those who understand how great a legislator you are.”
In Lansing, where conformity often overshadows conviction, I’ve made it my mission to stand firm on principles that matter—principles that I feel are essential to conservatives. It’s not about seeking approval or popularity; rather embodying integrity and serving the people of the 107th District with purpose amidst an environment rife with compromise.
It is evident that God has a different plan for my life. Therefore, I look forward with anticipation to following His leading down whatever path he puts before me. Thank you to my family and supporters who stood by my side during this tough race and continue to lift me up during this time. ... See MoreSee Less
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Governor Whitmer: The people working in the Michigan Department of Corrections facilities are demanding your attention.
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The statics being reported about the Michigan Department of Corrections are misleading at best. It’s time to show the REAL numbers and hear the REAL voices that have to endure this dangerous job which is at a critical point.
As your State Representative in Northern Michigan, I’m going to bring your voice to Lansing in a whole new way.
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