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Mark DeYoung is a Republican running for reelection to the Allegan County Commission. DeYoung is running unopposed. There is no progressive choice in this race.
Mark DeYoung is a Republican running for reelection to the Allegan County Commission. DeYoung is running unopposed. There is no progressive choice in this race.
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This year Michigan voters will elect a governor and we recommend re-electing Governor Gretchen Whitmer. In her four years as Michigan’s governor, Gov. Whitmer has repeatedly proven herself as a fierce advocate for people across the state.
Despite continued efforts by the Republican-controlled legislature to derail her efforts, Gov. Whitmer has done her part to move the state forward, working with the GOP when it was possible and wielding her veto pen to stop bad bills when it was necessary.
With Roe v. Wade overturned, Gov. Whitmer has taken swift, decisive action to prevent enforcement of the state’s pre-Roe abortion ban. She has fought for abortion access throughout her career and consistently opposed efforts to restrict reproductive freedom. Right now, she’s one of the only things standing in the way of efforts by Michigan Republicans to further attack access to reproductive health care.
Under Gov. Whitmer’s leadership, the state has taken significant strides forward in public education. She took the lead on a historic budget that made the largest K-12 investment in state history, made the funding system more equal, and expanded multiple programs designed to support students and educators. She’s also worked to expand community college and job training programs to working folks across the state.
Of course, with Republicans in control of the legislature, Gov. Whitmer’s ability to pass progressive legislation has been limited—but she’s made use of her executive powers to stop bad bills passed by the GOP. The bills Gov. Whitmer has stopped include multiple anti-voter laws, a DeVos-backed school voucher scheme, and a tax plan that would benefit the wealthy at the expense of working people.
Whitmer’s running mate is Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II. Lt. Gov. Gilchrist studied computer engineering and computer science at the University of Michigan before moving on to a career as a software engineer at Microsoft. Before becoming lieutenant governor, Gilchrist was a community organizer and worked in local government. As Lt. Gov., he has spearheaded campaigns for criminal justice reform, access to community college and job training programs, and efforts to improve Michigan’s cities.
The Whitmer Gilchrist ticket is endorsed by eight of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Gov. Whitmer’s opponent is Tudor Dixon, a Trump-endorsed, DeVos funded MAGA Republican who believes abortion should be banned with no exceptions for rape, incest, or health of the mother. She has participated in spreading election disinformation and attacked efforts to teach honest accounts of U.S. history in schools and make classrooms more inclusive for LGBTQ+ kids. Tudor is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan. Dixon’s running mate is former state representative Shane Hernandez, who was named the most conservative member of the House in 2017 by MIRS News Service.
The Gov. Whitmer L.G. Gilchrist ticket is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://gretchenwhitmer.com/
This year Michigan voters will elect a governor and we recommend re-electing Governor Gretchen Whitmer. In her four years as Michigan’s governor, Gov. Whitmer has repeatedly proven herself as a fierce advocate for people across the state.
This year Michigan voters will elect a governor and we recommend re-electing Governor Gretchen Whitmer. In her four years as Michigan’s governor, Gov. Whitmer has repeatedly proven herself as a fierce advocate for people across the state.
Despite continued efforts by the Republican-controlled legislature to derail her efforts, Gov. Whitmer has done her part to move the state forward, working with the GOP when it was possible and wielding her veto pen to stop bad bills when it was necessary.
With Roe v. Wade overturned, Gov. Whitmer has taken swift, decisive action to prevent enforcement of the state’s pre-Roe abortion ban. She has fought for abortion access throughout her career and consistently opposed efforts to restrict reproductive freedom. Right now, she’s one of the only things standing in the way of efforts by Michigan Republicans to further attack access to reproductive health care.
Under Gov. Whitmer’s leadership, the state has taken significant strides forward in public education. She took the lead on a historic budget that made the largest K-12 investment in state history, made the funding system more equal, and expanded multiple programs designed to support students and educators. She’s also worked to expand community college and job training programs to working folks across the state.
Of course, with Republicans in control of the legislature, Gov. Whitmer’s ability to pass progressive legislation has been limited—but she’s made use of her executive powers to stop bad bills passed by the GOP. The bills Gov. Whitmer has stopped include multiple anti-voter laws, a DeVos-backed school voucher scheme, and a tax plan that would benefit the wealthy at the expense of working people.
Whitmer’s running mate is Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II. Lt. Gov. Gilchrist studied computer engineering and computer science at the University of Michigan before moving on to a career as a software engineer at Microsoft. Before becoming lieutenant governor, Gilchrist was a community organizer and worked in local government. As Lt. Gov., he has spearheaded campaigns for criminal justice reform, access to community college and job training programs, and efforts to improve Michigan’s cities.
The Whitmer Gilchrist ticket is endorsed by eight of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Gov. Whitmer’s opponent is Tudor Dixon, a Trump-endorsed, DeVos funded MAGA Republican who believes abortion should be banned with no exceptions for rape, incest, or health of the mother. She has participated in spreading election disinformation and attacked efforts to teach honest accounts of U.S. history in schools and make classrooms more inclusive for LGBTQ+ kids. Tudor is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan. Dixon’s running mate is former state representative Shane Hernandez, who was named the most conservative member of the House in 2017 by MIRS News Service.
The Gov. Whitmer L.G. Gilchrist ticket is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://gretchenwhitmer.com/
This year Michigan voters will elect a governor and we recommend re-electing Governor Gretchen Whitmer. In her four years as Michigan’s governor, Gov. Whitmer has repeatedly proven herself as a fierce advocate for people across the state.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson knows how critical her office is to defending our democracy and ensuring voters can make their voices heard—she even wrote a book about it before she was elected.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson knows how critical her office is to defending our democracy and ensuring voters can make their voices heard—she even wrote a book about it before she was elected.
This year Michigan voters will elect an attorney general and we recommend re-electing Attorney General Dana Nessel.
This year Michigan voters will elect an attorney general and we recommend re-electing Attorney General Dana Nessel.
State Supreme Court candidates are located on the nonpartisan section of your ballot.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Richard Bernstein and newcomer Kyra Harris Bolden.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Richard Bernstein and newcomer Kyra Harris Bolden.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Richard Bernstein and newcomer Kyra Harris Bolden.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Richard Bernstein and newcomer Kyra Harris Bolden.
Joseph Alfonso is the Democratic running to represent Michigan’s 4th Congressional District. Alfonso served in the United States Marine Corps and has worked in Michigan as an electrician and banker. Before deciding to run for office, Alfonso worked as an inspector for the city of Kentwood.
Joseph Alfonso is the Democratic running to represent Michigan’s 4th Congressional District. Alfonso served in the United States Marine Corps and has worked in Michigan as an electrician and banker. Before deciding to run for office, Alfonso worked as an inspector for the city of Kentwood.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State Senate races on your ballot.
Kai Degraaf is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 18th District. He was born in Grand Rapids and worked as an immigration attorney in New York and Michigan.
Degraaf’s priorities, if elected, will be fighting for clean, safe water for all Michiganders, working towards sustainable agricultural practices, supporting Michigan’s farmers, and expanding green jobs. He will also stand with Michigan’s indigenous peoples, support criminal justice reform, fight to protect reproductive rights, and work to lower health care costs.
Degraaf is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Kai Degraaf is running against Republican Thomas Albert. Albert supports restricting voting rights, is anti-reproductive rights, and is supported by the National Rifle Association. Albert is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
While we have concerns about Degraaf’s statements on LGBTQ issues in schools and do not have a lot of information on Kai Degraaf, his opponents’ opposition to abortion rights and right-wing endorsements are enough for us to call Degraaf the best choice in this race.
Learn more: http://kaiforsenate.com/
Kai Degraaf is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 18th District. He was born in Grand Rapids and worked as an immigration attorney in New York and Michigan.
Kai Degraaf is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 18th District. He was born in Grand Rapids and worked as an immigration attorney in New York and Michigan.
Degraaf’s priorities, if elected, will be fighting for clean, safe water for all Michiganders, working towards sustainable agricultural practices, supporting Michigan’s farmers, and expanding green jobs. He will also stand with Michigan’s indigenous peoples, support criminal justice reform, fight to protect reproductive rights, and work to lower health care costs.
Degraaf is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Kai Degraaf is running against Republican Thomas Albert. Albert supports restricting voting rights, is anti-reproductive rights, and is supported by the National Rifle Association. Albert is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
While we have concerns about Degraaf’s statements on LGBTQ issues in schools and do not have a lot of information on Kai Degraaf, his opponents’ opposition to abortion rights and right-wing endorsements are enough for us to call Degraaf the best choice in this race.
Learn more: http://kaiforsenate.com/
Kai Degraaf is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 18th District. He was born in Grand Rapids and worked as an immigration attorney in New York and Michigan.
Kim Jorgensen Gane is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 20th District.
Kim Jorgensen Gane is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 20th District.
Kim Nagy is running for the Michigan State Senate for the 31st District. Nagy currently serves as secretary for the Ottawa County Democratic Party and previously served for four years as the county party chair. She worked as a music teacher for 40 years.
Kim Nagy is running for the Michigan State Senate for the 31st District. Nagy currently serves as secretary for the Ottawa County Democratic Party and previously served for four years as the county party chair. She worked as a music teacher for 40 years.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State House races on your ballot.
Joey Andrews is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 38th District. Andrews was born and raised in Southwest Michigan. He is a licensed attorney who currently works as a policy analyst for the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Joey Andrews is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 38th District. Andrews was born and raised in Southwest Michigan. He is a licensed attorney who currently works as a policy analyst for the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Jared Polonowski is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 39th District. He grew up in Otsego township and graduated with a Bachelor's in education from Aquinas College in 2013.
Jared Polonowski is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 39th District. He grew up in Otsego township and graduated with a Bachelor's in education from Aquinas College in 2013.
Justin Mendoza is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 42nd District. He graduated from Otsego High School, studied at Central Michigan University, and then earned his Master’s of Public Health on the East Coast.
Justin Mendoza is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 42nd District. He graduated from Otsego High School, studied at Central Michigan University, and then earned his Master’s of Public Health on the East Coast.
Mark Ludwig is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 43rd District. Ludwig studied environmental issues at Michigan State University and is a founding member of the Michigan Democratic Party Rural Caucus.
Mark Ludwig is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 43rd District. Ludwig studied environmental issues at Michigan State University and is a founding member of the Michigan Democratic Party Rural Caucus.
Kimberly Kennedy-Barrington is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 79th District. Kennedy-Barrington is a Navy Veteran, a cancer survivor, diversely-abled, and an advocate who worked to dismantle ableism legislatively and economically.
Kimberly Kennedy-Barrington is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 79th District. Kennedy-Barrington is a Navy Veteran, a cancer survivor, diversely-abled, and an advocate who worked to dismantle ableism legislatively and economically.
Todd Avery is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 85th District. Avery received a Bachelor’s degree in Theater, Public Speaking, and Language Arts from Central Michigan University and a Master's in Directing from Roosevelt University.
Todd Avery is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 85th District. Avery received a Bachelor’s degree in Theater, Public Speaking, and Language Arts from Central Michigan University and a Master's in Directing from Roosevelt University.
Larry Jackson is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 86th District. Jackson grew up in poverty and plans to be an advocate in office for those in the 86th District who are struggling and aren’t sure how to access their resources.
Larry Jackson is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 86th District. Jackson grew up in poverty and plans to be an advocate in office for those in the 86th District who are struggling and aren’t sure how to access their resources.
Two seats on the Michigan Board of Education are up for election this year. We recommend Democratic candidates Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson as the progressive choices in this race.
Two seats on the Michigan Board of Education are up for election this year. We recommend Democratic candidates Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson as the progressive choices in this race.
Two seats on the Michigan Board of Education are up for election this year. We recommend Democratic candidates Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson as the progressive choices in this race.
Two seats on the Michigan Board of Education are up for election this year. We recommend Democratic candidates Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson as the progressive choices in this race.
Two seats on the University of Michigan Board of Regents are up for grabs in this election, and we recommend Democratic candidates Michael Behm and Katherine White.
Two seats on the University of Michigan Board of Regents are up for grabs in this election, and we recommend Democratic candidates Michael Behm and Katherine White.
Two seats on the University of Michigan Board of Regents are up for grabs in this election, and we recommend Democratic candidates Michael Behm and Katherine White.
Two seats on the University of Michigan Board of Regents are up for grabs in this election, and we recommend Democratic candidates Michael Behm and Katherine White.
Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.
Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.
Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.
Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.
Voters will elect two members of the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson.
Voters will elect two members of the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson.
Voters will elect two members of the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson.
Voters will elect two members of the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below county district races on your ballot.
Jim Storey is a Republican running for reelection to the Allegan County Commission. He currently serves as chairman of the board.
Mark DeYoung is a Republican running for reelection to the Allegan County Commission. DeYoung is running unopposed. There is no progressive choice in this race.
Don Doggendorf is a Democrat running for his first term on the Allegan County Commission.
Don Doggendorf is a Democrat running for his first term on the Allegan County Commission.
Scott Beltman is a Republican running for his first term on the Allegan County Commission. We could find little about Beltman’s platform.
Austin Marsman is a Democrat running for his first term on the Allegan County Commission. He serves on the Martin School Board.
Austin Marsman is a Democrat running for his first term on the Allegan County Commission. He serves on the Martin School Board.
Proposal 1 will change term limits for state legislators from three 2-year terms (6 years total) in the state House and two 4-year terms (8 years total) in the state Senate, to 12 combined years in the state Legislature. It will also require elected state legislative and state executive officials to file annual financial disclosure reports on their income, assets, liabilities, gifts from lobbyists, positions held in certain organizations, and agreements on future employment.
Vote YES on Proposal 1.
Proposal 1 will change term limits for state legislators from three 2-year terms (6 years total) in the state House and two 4-year terms (8 years total) in the state Senate, to 12 combined years in the state Legislature. It will also require elected state legislative and state executive officials to file annual financial disclosure reports on their income, assets, liabilities, gifts from lobbyists, positions held in certain organizations, and agreements on future employment.
Vote YES on Proposal 1.
Proposal 2 is a pro-voter initiative aimed at increasing access to the ballot and ensuring transparency in our elections. The proposal will ensure voters can vote free from harassment, intimidation, and interference by enshrining a fundamental right to vote in the Michigan Constitution. This proposal will also modernize Michigan’s elections by creating nine days of in-person early voting; allowing voters to request an absentee ballot for all future elections; providing state funding for secure ballot drop boxes, postage for absentee ballots and absentee ballot tracking; counting ballots from military and overseas voters that are postmarked by Election Day and received within six days; requiring audits to be conducted in public by local election officials; and ensuring that the outcome of Michigan elections are determined solely by the votes cast.
Vote YES on Proposal 2.
Proposal 2 is a pro-voter initiative aimed at increasing access to the ballot and ensuring transparency in our elections. The proposal will ensure voters can vote free from harassment, intimidation, and interference by enshrining a fundamental right to vote in the Michigan Constitution. This proposal will also modernize Michigan’s elections by creating nine days of in-person early voting; allowing voters to request an absentee ballot for all future elections; providing state funding for secure ballot drop boxes, postage for absentee ballots and absentee ballot tracking; counting ballots from military and overseas voters that are postmarked by Election Day and received within six days; requiring audits to be conducted in public by local election officials; and ensuring that the outcome of Michigan elections are determined solely by the votes cast.
Vote YES on Proposal 2.
Proposal 3 will ensure every individual’s right to reproductive freedom, including the right to make their own decisions about birth control, abortion, pregnancy, childbirth, prenatal care, and postpartum care is protected by enshrining these rights into the Michigan Constitution. It will also ensure no one can be punished for having a miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion and protects healthcare providers who assist with reproductive health care procedures.
Vote YES on Proposal 3.
Proposal 3 will ensure every individual’s right to reproductive freedom, including the right to make their own decisions about birth control, abortion, pregnancy, childbirth, prenatal care, and postpartum care is protected by enshrining these rights into the Michigan Constitution. It will also ensure no one can be punished for having a miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion and protects healthcare providers who assist with reproductive health care procedures.
Vote YES on Proposal 3.
State Supreme Court candidates are located on the nonpartisan section of your ballot.