For nearly a decade, LaFontaine worked as a waitress at Ken's Country Kitchen in Richmond. In 2009, LaFontaine's political career started when she became the legislative assistant for Senator
Alan Sanborn. LaFontaine is
pro-life and does not support abortion under any circumstances. She is pro-
gun rights: a member of
National Rifle Association of America (NRA) and Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners (MCRGO). She opposes taxes on businesses, advocating repeal of the
Michigan Business Tax. LaFontaine became a Commissioner for Oakland County Parks and a Trail Specialist for Michigan Department of Natural Resources. In 2018, LaFountaine became the Great Lake-to-Lake Trails Ambassador. == Personal life ==