Elder Vogel

Elder Vogel Jr. (born July 9, 1956) is a Republican member of the Pennsylvania State Senate.

[1] Vogel is a fourth generation dairy farmer who operates his family's farm in New Sewickley Township.

[2] Prior to joining the Senate, Vogel served as a New Sewickley Township supervisor.

[2] On November 4, 2008, he was elected to the State Senate, succeeding retiring Democrat Gerald LaValle.

[3] His original opponent, State Representative Sean Ramaley, dropped out of the race due to alleged involvement in the bonusgate scandal.