1. By: Harmony Eckroth I am researching Mike Beebe from Arkansas Population: 2,915,918

2. Personal History Date Place Mother Wife Children Arkansas State University University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

3. Political Life Law School U.S. Army Reserve Trial Lawyer Senate AG 2006 2007

4. Contribution To America 26,000 New Jobs Created Lower Unemployment rate than TX

5. Contribution to America Lowered Taxes

6. Lasting Importance Mike Beebe is an important figure in history. He is making life easier for Americans (especially in Arkansas). I will always remember him for sticking with his state through tough times and great times. He has done his best and will continue to do his best during his time as governor.

7. Works Cited "Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe." NGA. Web. 29 Mar. 2012. Holeywell, Ryan. "The Steady Hand." Ebsco Host. Web. 3 Apr. 2012. Welding, A. "Mike Beebe." Ebsco Host. Web. 3 Apr. 2012. Janssen, Sarah, ed. The World Almanac New York Info Base Learning 2012 http://animoto.com/play/cfBz8PuszYZ5A8qpPI Wg9Q