The state’s major business lobbies continue to feed and entertain State Sen. Doug Ericksen, R-Ferndale, while a group opposing Ericksen has given voters in the 42nd District some food for thought as they turn in ballots. State Sen. Doug Ericksen, R-Ferndale, accepted more free meals from lobbyists than any other member of the Legislature. He is here pictured with arch-rival on environmental issues, State Sen.