Martin L. Cousineau (listed in Progressive Voters Guide)

Democrat
Martin L. Cousineau

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Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee. We couldn’t find much information about Cousineau’s platform.

Cousineau is running against Republican Lynn Culver.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Cousineau over Culver based on the information we were able to find.

Learn more: https://martincousineau.com/

Martin L. Cousineau

Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee.

Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee. We couldn’t find much information about Cousineau’s platform.

Cousineau is running against Republican Lynn Culver.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Cousineau over Culver based on the information we were able to find.

Learn more: https://martincousineau.com/

Martin L. Cousineau

Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee.

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Governor and Lt. Governor

Democrat
Gretchen Whitmer and Garlin Gilchrist II

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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/

Gretchen Whitmer and Garlin Gilchrist II

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/

Gretchen Whitmer and Garlin Gilchrist II

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/

Democrat
Gretchen Whitmer and Garlin Gilchrist II

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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/

Secretary of State

Democrat
Jocelyn Benson

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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.

Now, she’s using her expertise to keep our elections secure, efficient, and accessible. Under her leadership, Michiganders turned out in record numbers in the 2020 election despite a pandemic and rampant disinformation, and audits and court cases have proven time and time again that this election was the most secure in our state’s history.

Since then, Secretary Benson has worked to combat lies and conspiracy theories about Michigan’s election systems. Despite repeated attacks and threats from MAGA Republicans, she has refused to back down from the fight to preserve democracy in Michigan. She’s also pushed back against restrictive anti-voter laws and worked to ensure clerks have the resources they need to keep running efficient elections.

She’s also reworked how the Secretary of State’s office handles common transactions like updating vehicle registration. By expanding online services and self-serve kiosks and updating systems and processes for making an appointment, she’s cut down on wait times and made running our errands more convenient than ever.

Secretary Benson 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.

Secretary Benson’s opponent is Kristina Karamo, a Trump-endorsed, MAGA extremist and QAnon supporter who has repeatedly spread lies about Michigan elections, as well as dangerous antisemitic conspiracy theories and inflammatory rhetoric about the LGBTQ+ community. Karamo also opposes abortion and has said the practice of yoga, amongst other things, is satanic. Karamo is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is the progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://votebenson.com/

Jocelyn Benson

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.

Now, she’s using her expertise to keep our elections secure, efficient, and accessible. Under her leadership, Michiganders turned out in record numbers in the 2020 election despite a pandemic and rampant disinformation, and audits and court cases have proven time and time again that this election was the most secure in our state’s history.

Since then, Secretary Benson has worked to combat lies and conspiracy theories about Michigan’s election systems. Despite repeated attacks and threats from MAGA Republicans, she has refused to back down from the fight to preserve democracy in Michigan. She’s also pushed back against restrictive anti-voter laws and worked to ensure clerks have the resources they need to keep running efficient elections.

She’s also reworked how the Secretary of State’s office handles common transactions like updating vehicle registration. By expanding online services and self-serve kiosks and updating systems and processes for making an appointment, she’s cut down on wait times and made running our errands more convenient than ever.

Secretary Benson 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.

Secretary Benson’s opponent is Kristina Karamo, a Trump-endorsed, MAGA extremist and QAnon supporter who has repeatedly spread lies about Michigan elections, as well as dangerous antisemitic conspiracy theories and inflammatory rhetoric about the LGBTQ+ community. Karamo also opposes abortion and has said the practice of yoga, amongst other things, is satanic. Karamo is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is the progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://votebenson.com/

Jocelyn Benson

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.

Democrat
Jocelyn Benson

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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.

Now, she’s using her expertise to keep our elections secure, efficient, and accessible. Under her leadership, Michiganders turned out in record numbers in the 2020 election despite a pandemic and rampant disinformation, and audits and court cases have proven time and time again that this election was the most secure in our state’s history.

Since then, Secretary Benson has worked to combat lies and conspiracy theories about Michigan’s election systems. Despite repeated attacks and threats from MAGA Republicans, she has refused to back down from the fight to preserve democracy in Michigan. She’s also pushed back against restrictive anti-voter laws and worked to ensure clerks have the resources they need to keep running efficient elections.

She’s also reworked how the Secretary of State’s office handles common transactions like updating vehicle registration. By expanding online services and self-serve kiosks and updating systems and processes for making an appointment, she’s cut down on wait times and made running our errands more convenient than ever.

Secretary Benson 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.

Secretary Benson’s opponent is Kristina Karamo, a Trump-endorsed, MAGA extremist and QAnon supporter who has repeatedly spread lies about Michigan elections, as well as dangerous antisemitic conspiracy theories and inflammatory rhetoric about the LGBTQ+ community. Karamo also opposes abortion and has said the practice of yoga, amongst other things, is satanic. Karamo is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is the progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://votebenson.com/

Attorney General

Democrat
Dana Nessel

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This year Michigan voters will elect an attorney general and we recommend re-electing Attorney General Dana Nessel.

From the start, AG Nessel has been an advocate for the environment and public health. She’s successfully sued several of the big corporations responsible for polluting our water with toxic PFAS chemicals and ensured they’re held accountable for the messes they’ve made. She has gone toe-to-toe with fossil fuel giant Enbridge and fought to shut down the dangerous Line 5 oil pipeline to protect our Great Lakes.

Her corporate accountability efforts go beyond polluters. In response to rampant wage theft, AG Nessel created a payroll fraud unit to ensure employees are not robbed of their paychecks. She’s also held big pharma companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis.

She’s also worked to prevent abuse and hold abusers accountable. From investigating sexual abuse in the Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts, to working proactively to prevent elder abuse, she’s been a consistent voice for our most vulnerable.

When MAGA Republicans tried to intimidate voters and subvert the will of the people, AG Nessel took immediate action to combat disinformation and make sure these bad actors faced consequences for their actions.

AG Nessel is endorsed by seven of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

AG Nessel’s opponent Matthew DePerno is a Trump-endorsed MAGA extremist who worked to undermine the will of voters in the 2020 election and was fired from a law firm for a pattern of dishonesty and fraud. He wants to ban abortion in all cases, with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the life of the mother and has suggested he would go even further, potentially banning contraception as well. DePerno is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Attorney General Dana Nessel is the progressive choice in this race.

Learn More: https://www.dananessel.com/

Dana Nessel

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.

From the start, AG Nessel has been an advocate for the environment and public health. She’s successfully sued several of the big corporations responsible for polluting our water with toxic PFAS chemicals and ensured they’re held accountable for the messes they’ve made. She has gone toe-to-toe with fossil fuel giant Enbridge and fought to shut down the dangerous Line 5 oil pipeline to protect our Great Lakes.

Her corporate accountability efforts go beyond polluters. In response to rampant wage theft, AG Nessel created a payroll fraud unit to ensure employees are not robbed of their paychecks. She’s also held big pharma companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis.

She’s also worked to prevent abuse and hold abusers accountable. From investigating sexual abuse in the Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts, to working proactively to prevent elder abuse, she’s been a consistent voice for our most vulnerable.

When MAGA Republicans tried to intimidate voters and subvert the will of the people, AG Nessel took immediate action to combat disinformation and make sure these bad actors faced consequences for their actions.

AG Nessel is endorsed by seven of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

AG Nessel’s opponent Matthew DePerno is a Trump-endorsed MAGA extremist who worked to undermine the will of voters in the 2020 election and was fired from a law firm for a pattern of dishonesty and fraud. He wants to ban abortion in all cases, with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the life of the mother and has suggested he would go even further, potentially banning contraception as well. DePerno is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Attorney General Dana Nessel is the progressive choice in this race.

Learn More: https://www.dananessel.com/

Dana Nessel

This year Michigan voters will elect an attorney general and we recommend re-electing Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Democrat
Dana Nessel

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This year Michigan voters will elect an attorney general and we recommend re-electing Attorney General Dana Nessel.

From the start, AG Nessel has been an advocate for the environment and public health. She’s successfully sued several of the big corporations responsible for polluting our water with toxic PFAS chemicals and ensured they’re held accountable for the messes they’ve made. She has gone toe-to-toe with fossil fuel giant Enbridge and fought to shut down the dangerous Line 5 oil pipeline to protect our Great Lakes.

Her corporate accountability efforts go beyond polluters. In response to rampant wage theft, AG Nessel created a payroll fraud unit to ensure employees are not robbed of their paychecks. She’s also held big pharma companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis.

She’s also worked to prevent abuse and hold abusers accountable. From investigating sexual abuse in the Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts, to working proactively to prevent elder abuse, she’s been a consistent voice for our most vulnerable.

When MAGA Republicans tried to intimidate voters and subvert the will of the people, AG Nessel took immediate action to combat disinformation and make sure these bad actors faced consequences for their actions.

AG Nessel is endorsed by seven of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

AG Nessel’s opponent Matthew DePerno is a Trump-endorsed MAGA extremist who worked to undermine the will of voters in the 2020 election and was fired from a law firm for a pattern of dishonesty and fraud. He wants to ban abortion in all cases, with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the life of the mother and has suggested he would go even further, potentially banning contraception as well. DePerno is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Attorney General Dana Nessel is the progressive choice in this race.

Learn More: https://www.dananessel.com/

Supreme Court

State Supreme Court

State Supreme Court candidates are located on the nonpartisan section of your ballot.

Kyra H. Bolden

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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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://theblindjustice.com/
https://boldenforjustice.com/

Kyra H. 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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://theblindjustice.com/
https://boldenforjustice.com/

Kyra H. 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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://theblindjustice.com/
https://boldenforjustice.com/

Kyra H. Bolden

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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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
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https://boldenforjustice.com/

Richard Bernstein

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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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://theblindjustice.com/
https://boldenforjustice.com/

Richard Bernstein

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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://theblindjustice.com/
https://boldenforjustice.com/

Richard Bernstein

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.

Richard Bernstein

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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.

Richard Bernstein is the first blind justice to sit on the state’s highest court and has worked during his time on the court to protect Michiganders’ rights, including the right to vote on reproductive freedom and voting rights initiatives, and preserve the integrity of the judicial system.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he sought to preserve emergency protections designed to keep communities safe. He also helped deliver a decision that made kids and educators safer by keeping guns out of Michigan classrooms.

Justice Bernstein has ruled against shady interest groups in multiple cases, including a decision that upheld prevailing wage laws that ensure construction workers are paid fairly, a ruling that public money should not be funneled into private schools, and a decision to hold election saboteurs accountable.

Kyra Harris Bolden would be the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden is a passionate, experienced leader and legal professional who has worked throughout her career to promote justice and equality for all. She’s vowed to protect the rights of all Michiganders.

In addition to her legal knowledge and expertise, Bolden brings years of experience serving in the state legislature, where she was an outspoken advocate for racial justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.

Current Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahara has a history of failing to stand up for LGBTQ rights and victims of abuse. He’s taken money from the DeVos family and sided with their efforts to give public taxpayer dollars to private schools. He also sided with an opinion that sought to keep voting rights and reproductive freedom initiatives off the November ballot, which would have silenced Michigan voters. When given the opportunity to vote to keep guns out of Michigan’s schools, Zahra failed to do so.

Justice Bernstein and Bolden are endorsed by five of our partners including Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Justice Richard Bernstein and Kyra Harris Bolden are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://theblindjustice.com/
https://boldenforjustice.com/

Congress

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below congressional districts on your ballot.

7th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

Democrat
Elissa Slotkin

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Rep. Elissa Slotkin was first elected to Congress in 2018 and is now seeking her third term in the 7th Congressional District as the Democratic candidate. She gained recognition for her national security expertise, which she honed while working for the CIA and the Department of Defense.

In addition to national security, her priorities include healthcare, the environment, economic opportunity, equality, gun violence prevention, and campaign finance reform.

Slotkin worked hard in Congress to prevent Trump from abusing his powers. For instance, she was the lead sponsor of a bill to prevent President Trump from launching military action in Iran without Congressional approval.

Slotkin is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, and Michigan Education Association.

Slotkin’s opponent is Tom Barrett, a state senator who is staunchly opposed to abortion rights and attacked public health efforts to stem the spread of COVID-19. Barrett is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Slotkin is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://elissaforcongress.com

Elissa Slotkin

Rep. Elissa Slotkin was first elected to Congress in 2018 and is now seeking her third term in the 7th Congressional District as the Democratic candidate. She gained recognition for her national security expertise, which she honed while working for the CIA and the Department of Defense.

Rep. Elissa Slotkin was first elected to Congress in 2018 and is now seeking her third term in the 7th Congressional District as the Democratic candidate. She gained recognition for her national security expertise, which she honed while working for the CIA and the Department of Defense.

In addition to national security, her priorities include healthcare, the environment, economic opportunity, equality, gun violence prevention, and campaign finance reform.

Slotkin worked hard in Congress to prevent Trump from abusing his powers. For instance, she was the lead sponsor of a bill to prevent President Trump from launching military action in Iran without Congressional approval.

Slotkin is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, and Michigan Education Association.

Slotkin’s opponent is Tom Barrett, a state senator who is staunchly opposed to abortion rights and attacked public health efforts to stem the spread of COVID-19. Barrett is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Slotkin is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://elissaforcongress.com

Elissa Slotkin

Rep. Elissa Slotkin was first elected to Congress in 2018 and is now seeking her third term in the 7th Congressional District as the Democratic candidate. She gained recognition for her national security expertise, which she honed while working for the CIA and the Department of Defense.

8th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

Democrat
Daniel T. Kildee

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Rep. Dan Kildee is the Democratic candidate running for his sixth term in the 8th Congressional District. He currently serves as chief deputy majority whip, where he acts as a liaison among Members of Congress and the leadership to build support for legislation. In 2016, he secured the release of Amir Hekmati, a U.S. Marine veteran who was held prisoner in Iran. He secured federal funding to replace water pipes in Flint. He successfully led an effort to prevent a Canadian company from burying nuclear waste near the Lake Huron shoreline.

Before serving in Congress, Kildee co-founded the Center for Community Progress, a national non-profit which works on urban revitalization. He founded the Genesee County Land Bank, which directed over $100 million in investment to Flint and is a model for land banks across America. He also served as Genesee County treasurer and member of the Flint School Board.

Rep. Kildee is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, and Michigan Education Association.

Kildee’s opponent is Paul Junge, who supports the MAGA agenda and is opposed to reproductive rights. Junge is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Rep. Dan Kildee is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.dankildee.com

Daniel T. Kildee

Rep. Dan Kildee is the Democratic candidate running for his sixth term in the 8th Congressional District. He currently serves as chief deputy majority whip, where he acts as a liaison among Members of Congress and the leadership to build support for legislation.

Rep. Dan Kildee is the Democratic candidate running for his sixth term in the 8th Congressional District. He currently serves as chief deputy majority whip, where he acts as a liaison among Members of Congress and the leadership to build support for legislation. In 2016, he secured the release of Amir Hekmati, a U.S. Marine veteran who was held prisoner in Iran. He secured federal funding to replace water pipes in Flint. He successfully led an effort to prevent a Canadian company from burying nuclear waste near the Lake Huron shoreline.

Before serving in Congress, Kildee co-founded the Center for Community Progress, a national non-profit which works on urban revitalization. He founded the Genesee County Land Bank, which directed over $100 million in investment to Flint and is a model for land banks across America. He also served as Genesee County treasurer and member of the Flint School Board.

Rep. Kildee is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, and Michigan Education Association.

Kildee’s opponent is Paul Junge, who supports the MAGA agenda and is opposed to reproductive rights. Junge is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Rep. Dan Kildee is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.dankildee.com

Daniel T. Kildee

Rep. Dan Kildee is the Democratic candidate running for his sixth term in the 8th Congressional District. He currently serves as chief deputy majority whip, where he acts as a liaison among Members of Congress and the leadership to build support for legislation.

State Senate

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State Senate races on your ballot.

Senator, 22nd District

State Senator

Democrat
Jordan Genso

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Jordan Genso is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 49th District. He works as a real estate agent and has served on numerous local boards in his community including Brighton District Library Board of Trustees, Brighton City Zoning Board of Appeals, and Livingston Reappointment Committee.

Genso supports raising teacher salaries, increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit, protecting voting rights, and putting the cost burden of protecting the environment on corporations. Genso also believes we need to address the harm still being caused by a history of redlining in Michigan and will work to pass common sense gun violence prevention measures.

Genso is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.

Genso is running against Republican Lana Theis. Theis is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network, and has repeatedly attacked the LGBTQ community.

Jordan Genso is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://jordangenso.com/

Jordan Genso

Jordan Genso is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 49th District.

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Jordan Genso is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 49th District. He works as a real estate agent and has served on numerous local boards in his community including Brighton District Library Board of Trustees, Brighton City Zoning Board of Appeals, and Livingston Reappointment Committee.

Genso supports raising teacher salaries, increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit, protecting voting rights, and putting the cost burden of protecting the environment on corporations. Genso also believes we need to address the harm still being caused by a history of redlining in Michigan and will work to pass common sense gun violence prevention measures.

Genso is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.

Genso is running against Republican Lana Theis. Theis is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network, and has repeatedly attacked the LGBTQ community.

Jordan Genso is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://jordangenso.com/

Jordan Genso

Jordan Genso is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 49th District.

Read more about Jordan Genso

Senator, 24th District

State Senator

Democrat
Theresa J. Fougnie

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Theresa Fougnie is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 24th District. Fougnie became a political activist in the wake of the 2016 election.

Fougnie’s priorities include investing in local libraries, prioritizing care for our veterans, sustainable environmental policies for the future of Michigan, civil discourse, separation of church and state, affordable health care, investing in infrastructure, equal rights for all Michiganders, reproductive rights, common sense gun reform, and voting rights.

Fougnie is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

Fougnie is running against Republican Ruth Johnson. Johnson has been a vocal supporter of restricting voting rights. Johnson is endorsed by the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Theresa Fougnie is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.electtheresafougnie.com/

Theresa J. Fougnie

Theresa Fougnie is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 24th District. Fougnie became a political activist in the wake of the 2016 election.

Read more about Theresa J. Fougnie

Theresa Fougnie is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 24th District. Fougnie became a political activist in the wake of the 2016 election.

Fougnie’s priorities include investing in local libraries, prioritizing care for our veterans, sustainable environmental policies for the future of Michigan, civil discourse, separation of church and state, affordable health care, investing in infrastructure, equal rights for all Michiganders, reproductive rights, common sense gun reform, and voting rights.

Fougnie is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

Fougnie is running against Republican Ruth Johnson. Johnson has been a vocal supporter of restricting voting rights. Johnson is endorsed by the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Theresa Fougnie is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.electtheresafougnie.com/

Theresa J. Fougnie

Theresa Fougnie is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 24th District. Fougnie became a political activist in the wake of the 2016 election.

Read more about Theresa J. Fougnie

Senator, 26th District

State Senator

Democrat
Charles Stadler
Charles Stadler is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 26th District. Stadler supports college grants for students working to become teachers, supports women’s rights, and is for expanding renewable energy in Michigan.

Stadler is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

Stadler is running against Republican Kevin Daley. Daley supports restricting voting rights, holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, and is anti-reproductive rights. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Charles Stadler is the most progressive choice in this race.

Charles Stadler

Charles Stadler is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 26th District. Stadler supports college grants for students working to become teachers, supports women’s rights, and is for expanding renewable energy in Michigan.

Read more about Charles Stadler

Charles Stadler is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 26th District. Stadler supports college grants for students working to become teachers, supports women’s rights, and is for expanding renewable energy in Michigan.

Stadler is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

Stadler is running against Republican Kevin Daley. Daley supports restricting voting rights, holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, and is anti-reproductive rights. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Charles Stadler is the most progressive choice in this race.

Charles Stadler

Charles Stadler is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 26th District. Stadler supports college grants for students working to become teachers, supports women’s rights, and is for expanding renewable energy in Michigan.

Read more about Charles Stadler

Senator, 27th District

State Senator

Democrat
John D. Cherry

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John Cherry is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 27th District. Cherry is currently serving the 49th District in the Michigan State House of Representatives, where he serves on the Government Operations, Commerce and Tourism, and Energy committees.

Cherry has sponsored or co-sponsored legislation to reform Michigan’s unemployment system, increase the minimum wage, protect union rights, and protect employees from discrimination and wage fraud. He will fight for clean water and laws that protect Michiganders from lead exposure, and strengthen Michigan’s natural resource protections.

Cherry is endorsed by three of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Cherry is running against Republican Aaron Gardner. Garner is against common sense gun violence prevention measures and endorsed by the right-wing organization Citizens for Traditional Values, which is against reproductive freedom and marriage equality.

John Cherry is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.cherryformichigan.com/

John D. Cherry

John Cherry is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 27th District. Cherry is currently serving the 49th District in the Michigan State House of Representatives, where he serves on the Government Operations, Commerce and Tourism, and Energy committees.

Read more about John D. Cherry

John Cherry is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 27th District. Cherry is currently serving the 49th District in the Michigan State House of Representatives, where he serves on the Government Operations, Commerce and Tourism, and Energy committees.

Cherry has sponsored or co-sponsored legislation to reform Michigan’s unemployment system, increase the minimum wage, protect union rights, and protect employees from discrimination and wage fraud. He will fight for clean water and laws that protect Michiganders from lead exposure, and strengthen Michigan’s natural resource protections.

Cherry is endorsed by three of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Cherry is running against Republican Aaron Gardner. Garner is against common sense gun violence prevention measures and endorsed by the right-wing organization Citizens for Traditional Values, which is against reproductive freedom and marriage equality.

John Cherry is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.cherryformichigan.com/

John D. Cherry

John Cherry is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 27th District. Cherry is currently serving the 49th District in the Michigan State House of Representatives, where he serves on the Government Operations, Commerce and Tourism, and Energy committees.

Read more about John D. Cherry

State House

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State House races on your ballot.

Representative, 67th District

State Representative

Democrat
Brian LaJoie
Brian LaJoie is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 67th District. He currently works as a builder and formerly worked in the oil and natural gas industry as a pressure control specialist. LaJoie believes in paying teachers a competitive wage, that Michigan should expand job training programs outside of higher education, and that voting should be simple. He also believes in using renewable energy and protecting the environment and supports common sense gun violence prevention legislation and reproductive rights.

LaJoie is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

LaJoie is running against Republican Phil Green. Green is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the National Rifle Association as well as the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Brian A. LaJoie is the best choice in this race.

Brian LaJoie

Brian LaJoie is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 67th District. He currently works as a builder and formerly worked in the oil and natural gas industry as a pressure control specialist.

Brian LaJoie is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 67th District. He currently works as a builder and formerly worked in the oil and natural gas industry as a pressure control specialist. LaJoie believes in paying teachers a competitive wage, that Michigan should expand job training programs outside of higher education, and that voting should be simple. He also believes in using renewable energy and protecting the environment and supports common sense gun violence prevention legislation and reproductive rights.

LaJoie is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

LaJoie is running against Republican Phil Green. Green is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the National Rifle Association as well as the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Brian A. LaJoie is the best choice in this race.

Brian LaJoie

Brian LaJoie is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 67th District. He currently works as a builder and formerly worked in the oil and natural gas industry as a pressure control specialist.

Representative, 68th District

State Representative

Democrat
Cheri Hardmon

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Cheri Hardmon is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 68th District. Hardmon grew up in Belleville and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wayne State University. She has worked in broadcast news for over a decade.

Hardmon’s priorities include fighting for a fair and living wage for all Michiganders, fighting to protect abortion access, and ensuring teachers have the support and tools they need to focus on educating students. She also supports affordable health care and will work to ensure all Michiganders have access to safe drinking water.

Hardmon is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Equality Michigan.

Hardmon is running against Republican David Martin. Martin is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Cheri Hardmon is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://voteforcheri.com

Cheri Hardmon

Cheri Hardmon is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 68th District. Hardmon grew up in Belleville and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wayne State University. She has worked in broadcast news for over a decade.

Cheri Hardmon is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 68th District. Hardmon grew up in Belleville and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wayne State University. She has worked in broadcast news for over a decade.

Hardmon’s priorities include fighting for a fair and living wage for all Michiganders, fighting to protect abortion access, and ensuring teachers have the support and tools they need to focus on educating students. She also supports affordable health care and will work to ensure all Michiganders have access to safe drinking water.

Hardmon is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Equality Michigan.

Hardmon is running against Republican David Martin. Martin is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Cheri Hardmon is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://voteforcheri.com

Cheri Hardmon

Cheri Hardmon is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 68th District. Hardmon grew up in Belleville and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wayne State University. She has worked in broadcast news for over a decade.

Representative, 69th District

State Representative

Democrat
Jasper Martus

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Jasper Martus is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 69th District. Martus is a lifelong resident of Genesee County and graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in International Relations. He worked for Congressman Dan Kildee and for the Michigan Legislature with constituent services, communications and drafting legislation.

Martus’ priorities include investing in jobs, expanding education, and rebuilding Michigan’s infrastructure. He will support new job training programs, investment in entrepreneurs, and strengthening the right to unionize. He will fight to give more resources to teachers and fund K-12 schools, and improve the safety of Michigan’s water systems while investing in green infrastructure and creating union jobs.

Martus is endorsed by three of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Martus is running against Republican Jesse Couch, who is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Jasper Martus is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.jaspermartus.com

Jasper Martus

Jasper Martus is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 69th District. Martus is a lifelong resident of Genesee County and graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in International Relations.

Jasper Martus is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 69th District. Martus is a lifelong resident of Genesee County and graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in International Relations. He worked for Congressman Dan Kildee and for the Michigan Legislature with constituent services, communications and drafting legislation.

Martus’ priorities include investing in jobs, expanding education, and rebuilding Michigan’s infrastructure. He will support new job training programs, investment in entrepreneurs, and strengthening the right to unionize. He will fight to give more resources to teachers and fund K-12 schools, and improve the safety of Michigan’s water systems while investing in green infrastructure and creating union jobs.

Martus is endorsed by three of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Martus is running against Republican Jesse Couch, who is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Jasper Martus is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.jaspermartus.com

Jasper Martus

Jasper Martus is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 69th District. Martus is a lifelong resident of Genesee County and graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in International Relations.

Representative, 70th District

State Representative

Democrat
Cynthia Neeley

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Cynthia Neeley is an incumbent Democrat running for her second term to the Michigan House of Representatives. During her time in office, she introduced and co-sponsored over 200 bills and is currently working on multiple bills to prevent gun violence.

Neeley’s priorities have been and continue to be sponsoring and supporting legislation that will prevent gun violence, ensure access to safe and affordable water, and make sure schools have the resources they need. She will also fight for affordable health care and fair wages for all.

Neeley 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.

Neeley is running against Republican Tim Butler.

Cynthia Neeley is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://cynthianeeley.com

Cynthia Neeley

Cynthia Neeley is an incumbent Democrat running for her second term to the Michigan House of Representatives. During her time in office, she introduced and co-sponsored over 200 bills and is currently working on multiple bills to prevent gun violence.

Cynthia Neeley is an incumbent Democrat running for her second term to the Michigan House of Representatives. During her time in office, she introduced and co-sponsored over 200 bills and is currently working on multiple bills to prevent gun violence.

Neeley’s priorities have been and continue to be sponsoring and supporting legislation that will prevent gun violence, ensure access to safe and affordable water, and make sure schools have the resources they need. She will also fight for affordable health care and fair wages for all.

Neeley 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.

Neeley is running against Republican Tim Butler.

Cynthia Neeley is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://cynthianeeley.com

Cynthia Neeley

Cynthia Neeley is an incumbent Democrat running for her second term to the Michigan House of Representatives. During her time in office, she introduced and co-sponsored over 200 bills and is currently working on multiple bills to prevent gun violence.

Representative, 71st District

State Representative

Democrat
Mark D. Zacharda

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Mark Zacharda is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 71st District. Zacharda was the first member of his family to attend a 4-year university program, graduating from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Zacharda has also received a teaching certificate from Saginaw Valley State University. He worked in construction and taught high school biology and now works in partnership with his parents operating their family dairy farm.

Zacharda’s priorities include creating economic opportunity through environmental responsibility by pushing investment in projects such as community solar power initiatives, supporting unions to protect the rights of workers, and incentivizing environmentally sound and sustainable farming practices in partnership with farmers. Zacharda will also push for more funding for schools and curricula that include more practical skills, and affordable higher education.

Zacharda is endorsed by five of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Zacharda is running against Republican Brian BeGole. BeGole is a member of a far-right extremist organization of constitutional sheriffs and does not support common sense gun legislation. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Mark D. Zacharda is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://votemarkz.com

Mark D. Zacharda

Mark Zacharda is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 71st District. Zacharda was the first member of his family to attend a 4-year university program, graduating from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.

Mark Zacharda is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 71st District. Zacharda was the first member of his family to attend a 4-year university program, graduating from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Zacharda has also received a teaching certificate from Saginaw Valley State University. He worked in construction and taught high school biology and now works in partnership with his parents operating their family dairy farm.

Zacharda’s priorities include creating economic opportunity through environmental responsibility by pushing investment in projects such as community solar power initiatives, supporting unions to protect the rights of workers, and incentivizing environmentally sound and sustainable farming practices in partnership with farmers. Zacharda will also push for more funding for schools and curricula that include more practical skills, and affordable higher education.

Zacharda is endorsed by five of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Zacharda is running against Republican Brian BeGole. BeGole is a member of a far-right extremist organization of constitutional sheriffs and does not support common sense gun legislation. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Mark D. Zacharda is the most progressive choice in this race.

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Mark D. Zacharda

Mark Zacharda is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 71st District. Zacharda was the first member of his family to attend a 4-year university program, graduating from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.

Representative, 72nd District

State Representative

Democrat
Stacy Taylor

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Stacy Taylor is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 72nd District. She worked for Marriott Hotels for over a decade, has run an arts and crafts business with her husband for 30 years, and is involved in a variety of community programs. Taylor is also a community activist for local environmental issues.

Taylor supports reproductive freedom and believes everyone should have access to health care. She believes in fighting for the health and safety of Michiganders, protecting Michigan’s water, and addressing PFAS contamination.

Taylor is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.

Taylor is running against Republican Mike Mueller. Mueller is endorsed by Citizens for Traditional Values, a group that is anti-reproductive freedom and against gay marriage, as well as the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network and Great Lakes Education Project.

Stacy Taylor is the most progressive choice in this race.

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Stacy Taylor

Stacy Taylor is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 72nd District. She worked for Marriott Hotels for over a decade, has run an arts and crafts business with her husband for 30 years, and is involved in a variety of community programs.

Stacy Taylor is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 72nd District. She worked for Marriott Hotels for over a decade, has run an arts and crafts business with her husband for 30 years, and is involved in a variety of community programs. Taylor is also a community activist for local environmental issues.

Taylor supports reproductive freedom and believes everyone should have access to health care. She believes in fighting for the health and safety of Michiganders, protecting Michigan’s water, and addressing PFAS contamination.

Taylor is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.

Taylor is running against Republican Mike Mueller. Mueller is endorsed by Citizens for Traditional Values, a group that is anti-reproductive freedom and against gay marriage, as well as the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network and Great Lakes Education Project.

Stacy Taylor is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/816701842635039

Stacy Taylor

Stacy Taylor is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 72nd District. She worked for Marriott Hotels for over a decade, has run an arts and crafts business with her husband for 30 years, and is involved in a variety of community programs.

Representative, 97th District

State Representative

Democrat
Paul M. Whitney

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Paul M. Whitney is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 97th District. Whitney is a lifelong resident of the 97th District and received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Saginaw Valley State University. He has worked in child welfare and been a police officer for three decades.

Whitney’s priorities include child welfare and working to improve the foster care system. He supports protecting reproductive health care, including protecting abortion access. Whitney also supports fully funding Michigan’s public schools, and addressing equality for LGBTQ students, fighting to protect voting access, protecting Michigan’s water and natural resources, and passing common sense gun violence prevention measures.

Whitney is endorsed by three of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

Whitney is running against Republican Matthew Bierlein. Bierlein is anti-reproductive freedom, and holds irresponsible views on guns. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Paul Whitney is the most progressive choice in this race.

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Paul M. Whitney

Paul M. Whitney is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 97th District. Whitney is a lifelong resident of the 97th District and received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Saginaw Valley State University.

Paul M. Whitney is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 97th District. Whitney is a lifelong resident of the 97th District and received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Saginaw Valley State University. He has worked in child welfare and been a police officer for three decades.

Whitney’s priorities include child welfare and working to improve the foster care system. He supports protecting reproductive health care, including protecting abortion access. Whitney also supports fully funding Michigan’s public schools, and addressing equality for LGBTQ students, fighting to protect voting access, protecting Michigan’s water and natural resources, and passing common sense gun violence prevention measures.

Whitney is endorsed by three of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

Whitney is running against Republican Matthew Bierlein. Bierlein is anti-reproductive freedom, and holds irresponsible views on guns. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Paul Whitney is the most progressive choice in this race.

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Paul M. Whitney

Paul M. Whitney is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 97th District. Whitney is a lifelong resident of the 97th District and received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Saginaw Valley State University.

Other Statewide

State Board of Education

Democrat
Mitchell Robinson

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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.

Dr. Pamela Pugh is an experienced leader who has proven herself willing to show up for Michigan students and educators. Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to promoting public health and ensuring kids across the state grow up in safe communities where they can thrive. As a member of the school board, she’s continued to pursue those goals, being a consistent voice for safe and honest education for all.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Pugh has worked to address systemic inequities that affect BIPOC children and other marginalized people in the public school system. Despite relentless attacks from MAGA extremists who want to stifle honest education, Dr. Pugh has consistently advocated for safe, inclusive classrooms where students can learn an accurate account of American history and current events.

Mitchell Robinson says he’s running for the Board of Education this year because he feels a need to push back against misinformation and right-wing attacks on honesty in education. He has been an educator for more than 40 years, teaching students from kindergarten to doctoral programs.

Robinson’s policy platform is focused on providing all kids with an honest, well-rounded education that will set them up for success. He also believes we must do more to support educators and improve retention, and address issues like child poverty that hold students back in the classroom.

Both Dr. Pugh and Robinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Tami Carlone and Linda Lee Tarver, both of whom have built their platforms on attacking honest education about history and making classrooms less safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ students and educators.

Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
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https://pamelalpugh.com/

Mitchell Robinson

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.

Dr. Pamela Pugh is an experienced leader who has proven herself willing to show up for Michigan students and educators. Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to promoting public health and ensuring kids across the state grow up in safe communities where they can thrive. As a member of the school board, she’s continued to pursue those goals, being a consistent voice for safe and honest education for all.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Pugh has worked to address systemic inequities that affect BIPOC children and other marginalized people in the public school system. Despite relentless attacks from MAGA extremists who want to stifle honest education, Dr. Pugh has consistently advocated for safe, inclusive classrooms where students can learn an accurate account of American history and current events.

Mitchell Robinson says he’s running for the Board of Education this year because he feels a need to push back against misinformation and right-wing attacks on honesty in education. He has been an educator for more than 40 years, teaching students from kindergarten to doctoral programs.

Robinson’s policy platform is focused on providing all kids with an honest, well-rounded education that will set them up for success. He also believes we must do more to support educators and improve retention, and address issues like child poverty that hold students back in the classroom.

Both Dr. Pugh and Robinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Tami Carlone and Linda Lee Tarver, both of whom have built their platforms on attacking honest education about history and making classrooms less safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ students and educators.

Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://www.mitchellrobinsonforstateschoolboard.org/
https://pamelalpugh.com/

Mitchell Robinson

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.

Democrat
Mitchell Robinson

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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.

Dr. Pamela Pugh is an experienced leader who has proven herself willing to show up for Michigan students and educators. Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to promoting public health and ensuring kids across the state grow up in safe communities where they can thrive. As a member of the school board, she’s continued to pursue those goals, being a consistent voice for safe and honest education for all.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Pugh has worked to address systemic inequities that affect BIPOC children and other marginalized people in the public school system. Despite relentless attacks from MAGA extremists who want to stifle honest education, Dr. Pugh has consistently advocated for safe, inclusive classrooms where students can learn an accurate account of American history and current events.

Mitchell Robinson says he’s running for the Board of Education this year because he feels a need to push back against misinformation and right-wing attacks on honesty in education. He has been an educator for more than 40 years, teaching students from kindergarten to doctoral programs.

Robinson’s policy platform is focused on providing all kids with an honest, well-rounded education that will set them up for success. He also believes we must do more to support educators and improve retention, and address issues like child poverty that hold students back in the classroom.

Both Dr. Pugh and Robinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Tami Carlone and Linda Lee Tarver, both of whom have built their platforms on attacking honest education about history and making classrooms less safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ students and educators.

Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://www.mitchellrobinsonforstateschoolboard.org/
https://pamelalpugh.com/

Democrat
Pamela Pugh

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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.

Dr. Pamela Pugh is an experienced leader who has proven herself willing to show up for Michigan students and educators. Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to promoting public health and ensuring kids across the state grow up in safe communities where they can thrive. As a member of the school board, she’s continued to pursue those goals, being a consistent voice for safe and honest education for all.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Pugh has worked to address systemic inequities that affect BIPOC children and other marginalized people in the public school system. Despite relentless attacks from MAGA extremists who want to stifle honest education, Dr. Pugh has consistently advocated for safe, inclusive classrooms where students can learn an accurate account of American history and current events.

Mitchell Robinson says he’s running for the Board of Education this year because he feels a need to push back against misinformation and right-wing attacks on honesty in education. He has been an educator for more than 40 years, teaching students from kindergarten to doctoral programs.

Robinson’s policy platform is focused on providing all kids with an honest, well-rounded education that will set them up for success. He also believes we must do more to support educators and improve retention, and address issues like child poverty that hold students back in the classroom.

Both Dr. Pugh and Robinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Tami Carlone and Linda Lee Tarver, both of whom have built their platforms on attacking honest education about history and making classrooms less safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ students and educators.

Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://www.mitchellrobinsonforstateschoolboard.org/
https://pamelalpugh.com/

Pamela Pugh

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.

Dr. Pamela Pugh is an experienced leader who has proven herself willing to show up for Michigan students and educators. Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to promoting public health and ensuring kids across the state grow up in safe communities where they can thrive. As a member of the school board, she’s continued to pursue those goals, being a consistent voice for safe and honest education for all.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Pugh has worked to address systemic inequities that affect BIPOC children and other marginalized people in the public school system. Despite relentless attacks from MAGA extremists who want to stifle honest education, Dr. Pugh has consistently advocated for safe, inclusive classrooms where students can learn an accurate account of American history and current events.

Mitchell Robinson says he’s running for the Board of Education this year because he feels a need to push back against misinformation and right-wing attacks on honesty in education. He has been an educator for more than 40 years, teaching students from kindergarten to doctoral programs.

Robinson’s policy platform is focused on providing all kids with an honest, well-rounded education that will set them up for success. He also believes we must do more to support educators and improve retention, and address issues like child poverty that hold students back in the classroom.

Both Dr. Pugh and Robinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Tami Carlone and Linda Lee Tarver, both of whom have built their platforms on attacking honest education about history and making classrooms less safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ students and educators.

Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://www.mitchellrobinsonforstateschoolboard.org/
https://pamelalpugh.com/

Pamela Pugh

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.

Democrat
Pamela Pugh

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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.

Dr. Pamela Pugh is an experienced leader who has proven herself willing to show up for Michigan students and educators. Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to promoting public health and ensuring kids across the state grow up in safe communities where they can thrive. As a member of the school board, she’s continued to pursue those goals, being a consistent voice for safe and honest education for all.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Pugh has worked to address systemic inequities that affect BIPOC children and other marginalized people in the public school system. Despite relentless attacks from MAGA extremists who want to stifle honest education, Dr. Pugh has consistently advocated for safe, inclusive classrooms where students can learn an accurate account of American history and current events.

Mitchell Robinson says he’s running for the Board of Education this year because he feels a need to push back against misinformation and right-wing attacks on honesty in education. He has been an educator for more than 40 years, teaching students from kindergarten to doctoral programs.

Robinson’s policy platform is focused on providing all kids with an honest, well-rounded education that will set them up for success. He also believes we must do more to support educators and improve retention, and address issues like child poverty that hold students back in the classroom.

Both Dr. Pugh and Robinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Tami Carlone and Linda Lee Tarver, both of whom have built their platforms on attacking honest education about history and making classrooms less safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ students and educators.

Dr. Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://www.mitchellrobinsonforstateschoolboard.org/
https://pamelalpugh.com/

University of Michigan Board of Regents

Democrat
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.

Regent Michael Behm is a personal injury lawyer who has served on the board since 2014. His priorities for U of M include affordability, accountability, accessibility, and climate action. During his time on the board, he has been a vocal supporter of increasing the minimum wage for U of M employees to $15 and has consistently advocated for pro-climate changes on campus.

Regent Katherine White is an experienced lawyer and law professor at U of M and was elected to the board in 1998, then re-elected in 2006 and 2014. One of her main priorities as regent is to build more relationships between the university and the broader community, a goal she has pursued for more than 20 years. She is also concerned about ensuring U of M provides a quality education while remaining affordable and accessible.

The Republican candidates in this race are Lena Epstein and Sevag Vartanian. Epstein and Vartanian’s views on teaching accurate history and Epstein’s views on coronavirus are rooted in right-wing disinformation and conspiracy theories.

Behm and White are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association and are the progressive choices in this race.

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.

Regent Michael Behm is a personal injury lawyer who has served on the board since 2014. His priorities for U of M include affordability, accountability, accessibility, and climate action. During his time on the board, he has been a vocal supporter of increasing the minimum wage for U of M employees to $15 and has consistently advocated for pro-climate changes on campus.

Regent Katherine White is an experienced lawyer and law professor at U of M and was elected to the board in 1998, then re-elected in 2006 and 2014. One of her main priorities as regent is to build more relationships between the university and the broader community, a goal she has pursued for more than 20 years. She is also concerned about ensuring U of M provides a quality education while remaining affordable and accessible.

The Republican candidates in this race are Lena Epstein and Sevag Vartanian. Epstein and Vartanian’s views on teaching accurate history and Epstein’s views on coronavirus are rooted in right-wing disinformation and conspiracy theories.

Behm and White are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association and are the progressive choices in this race.

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.

Democrat
Michael Behm

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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.

Regent Michael Behm is a personal injury lawyer who has served on the board since 2014. His priorities for U of M include affordability, accountability, accessibility, and climate action. During his time on the board, he has been a vocal supporter of increasing the minimum wage for U of M employees to $15 and has consistently advocated for pro-climate changes on campus.

Regent Katherine White is an experienced lawyer and law professor at U of M and was elected to the board in 1998, then re-elected in 2006 and 2014. One of her main priorities as regent is to build more relationships between the university and the broader community, a goal she has pursued for more than 20 years. She is also concerned about ensuring U of M provides a quality education while remaining affordable and accessible.

The Republican candidates in this race are Lena Epstein and Sevag Vartanian. Epstein and Vartanian’s views on teaching accurate history and Epstein’s views on coronavirus are rooted in right-wing disinformation and conspiracy theories.

Behm and White are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association and are the progressive choices in this race.

Michael Behm

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.

Regent Michael Behm is a personal injury lawyer who has served on the board since 2014. His priorities for U of M include affordability, accountability, accessibility, and climate action. During his time on the board, he has been a vocal supporter of increasing the minimum wage for U of M employees to $15 and has consistently advocated for pro-climate changes on campus.

Regent Katherine White is an experienced lawyer and law professor at U of M and was elected to the board in 1998, then re-elected in 2006 and 2014. One of her main priorities as regent is to build more relationships between the university and the broader community, a goal she has pursued for more than 20 years. She is also concerned about ensuring U of M provides a quality education while remaining affordable and accessible.

The Republican candidates in this race are Lena Epstein and Sevag Vartanian. Epstein and Vartanian’s views on teaching accurate history and Epstein’s views on coronavirus are rooted in right-wing disinformation and conspiracy theories.

Behm and White are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association and are the progressive choices in this race.

Michael Behm

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.

Michigan State Board of Trustees

Democrat
Dennis Denno

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Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.

Renee Knake Jefferson is currently serving on the Board of Trustees after being appointed for a partial term in 2019. Her main priority on the board is transparency and she believes honesty and accountability are the best way for MSU to continue to move forward. Jefferson also wants to ensure tuition is affordable and work to develop stronger partnerships between the university and community stakeholders.

Dennis Denno says he is running because he views the Board of Trustees as a necessary check on the university president. After the impact past scandals have had on the MSU community, he plans to prioritize transparency and accountability. Denno also plans to increase the minimum wage for MSU employees.

Knake Jefferson and Denno are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Mike Balow and Dr. Travis Menge.
Denno and Jefferson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
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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.

Renee Knake Jefferson is currently serving on the Board of Trustees after being appointed for a partial term in 2019. Her main priority on the board is transparency and she believes honesty and accountability are the best way for MSU to continue to move forward. Jefferson also wants to ensure tuition is affordable and work to develop stronger partnerships between the university and community stakeholders.

Dennis Denno says he is running because he views the Board of Trustees as a necessary check on the university president. After the impact past scandals have had on the MSU community, he plans to prioritize transparency and accountability. Denno also plans to increase the minimum wage for MSU employees.

Knake Jefferson and Denno are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Mike Balow and Dr. Travis Menge.
Denno and Jefferson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
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https://dennisdenno.com/

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.

Democrat
Renee Knake Jefferson

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Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.

Renee Knake Jefferson is currently serving on the Board of Trustees after being appointed for a partial term in 2019. Her main priority on the board is transparency and she believes honesty and accountability are the best way for MSU to continue to move forward. Jefferson also wants to ensure tuition is affordable and work to develop stronger partnerships between the university and community stakeholders.

Dennis Denno says he is running because he views the Board of Trustees as a necessary check on the university president. After the impact past scandals have had on the MSU community, he plans to prioritize transparency and accountability. Denno also plans to increase the minimum wage for MSU employees.

Knake Jefferson and Denno are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Mike Balow and Dr. Travis Menge.
Denno and Jefferson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://reneeknake.com/
https://dennisdenno.com/

Renee Knake Jefferson

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.

Renee Knake Jefferson is currently serving on the Board of Trustees after being appointed for a partial term in 2019. Her main priority on the board is transparency and she believes honesty and accountability are the best way for MSU to continue to move forward. Jefferson also wants to ensure tuition is affordable and work to develop stronger partnerships between the university and community stakeholders.

Dennis Denno says he is running because he views the Board of Trustees as a necessary check on the university president. After the impact past scandals have had on the MSU community, he plans to prioritize transparency and accountability. Denno also plans to increase the minimum wage for MSU employees.

Knake Jefferson and Denno are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

The two Republican candidates in this race are Mike Balow and Dr. Travis Menge.
Denno and Jefferson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://reneeknake.com/
https://dennisdenno.com/

Renee Knake Jefferson

Voters will elect two candidates to the MSU Board of Trustees this year, and we recommend Democratic candidates Renee Knake Jefferson and Dennis Denno.

Wayne State Board of Governors

Democrat
Danielle Atkinson

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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.

Current board member Marilyn Kelly is a native Detroiter and Wayne State University alum and professor who has extensive experience in public service. A former Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, Kelly has also served on the Court of Appeals and was president of the Michigan Board of Education. Throughout her career, she has worked to promote justice and equality for all.

Danielle Atkinson is a lifelong advocate for working families and the founder of Mothering Justice, an organization dedicated to ensuring mothers of color are represented in the political process and their concerns are part of policy decisions. Atkinson plans to continue her work to create stronger, more equitable communities as part of the Wayne State University Board of Governors.

Kelly and Atkinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

Craig Wilsher and Christa Murphy are the Republican candidates in this race.
Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
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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.

Current board member Marilyn Kelly is a native Detroiter and Wayne State University alum and professor who has extensive experience in public service. A former Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, Kelly has also served on the Court of Appeals and was president of the Michigan Board of Education. Throughout her career, she has worked to promote justice and equality for all.

Danielle Atkinson is a lifelong advocate for working families and the founder of Mothering Justice, an organization dedicated to ensuring mothers of color are represented in the political process and their concerns are part of policy decisions. Atkinson plans to continue her work to create stronger, more equitable communities as part of the Wayne State University Board of Governors.

Kelly and Atkinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

Craig Wilsher and Christa Murphy are the Republican candidates in this race.
Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson are the progressive choices in this race.

Learn more:
https://www.votemarilynkelly.com/
https://www.facebook.com/AtkinsonforWayneState

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.

Democrat
Marilyn Kelly

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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.

Current board member Marilyn Kelly is a native Detroiter and Wayne State University alum and professor who has extensive experience in public service. A former Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, Kelly has also served on the Court of Appeals and was president of the Michigan Board of Education. Throughout her career, she has worked to promote justice and equality for all.

Danielle Atkinson is a lifelong advocate for working families and the founder of Mothering Justice, an organization dedicated to ensuring mothers of color are represented in the political process and their concerns are part of policy decisions. Atkinson plans to continue her work to create stronger, more equitable communities as part of the Wayne State University Board of Governors.

Kelly and Atkinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

Craig Wilsher and Christa Murphy are the Republican candidates in this race.
Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson are the progressive choices in this race.

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Marilyn Kelly

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.

Current board member Marilyn Kelly is a native Detroiter and Wayne State University alum and professor who has extensive experience in public service. A former Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, Kelly has also served on the Court of Appeals and was president of the Michigan Board of Education. Throughout her career, she has worked to promote justice and equality for all.

Danielle Atkinson is a lifelong advocate for working families and the founder of Mothering Justice, an organization dedicated to ensuring mothers of color are represented in the political process and their concerns are part of policy decisions. Atkinson plans to continue her work to create stronger, more equitable communities as part of the Wayne State University Board of Governors.

Kelly and Atkinson are endorsed by three of our partners: Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, and Michigan Education Association.

Craig Wilsher and Christa Murphy are the Republican candidates in this race.
Marilyn Kelly and Danielle Atkinson are the progressive choices in this race.

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Marilyn Kelly

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.

County Commission

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below county district races on your ballot.

Genesee County, District 1 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 1

Democrat
Bryant Nolden

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Bryant Nolden is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Genesee County Commission. He previously served on the Flint City Council and worked as a teacher for 22 years. Bolden is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Steven Cousino.

Nolden is the more progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Bryant-BB-Nolden-1st-District-County-Commissioner-106182989421138

Bryant Nolden

Bryant Nolden is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Genesee County Commission. He previously served on the Flint City Council and worked as a teacher for 22 years. Bolden is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Steven Cousino.

Bryant Nolden is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Genesee County Commission. He previously served on the Flint City Council and worked as a teacher for 22 years. Bolden is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Steven Cousino.

Nolden is the more progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Bryant-BB-Nolden-1st-District-County-Commissioner-106182989421138

Bryant Nolden

Bryant Nolden is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Genesee County Commission. He previously served on the Flint City Council and worked as a teacher for 22 years. Bolden is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Steven Cousino.

Genesee County, District 2 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 2

Democrat
Charles H. Winfrey

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Charles Winfrey is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Lynnette Robinson.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Winfrey over Robinson based on the information we were able to find.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Chenery10

Charles H. Winfrey

Charles Winfrey is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Lynnette Robinson.

Charles Winfrey is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Lynnette Robinson.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Winfrey over Robinson based on the information we were able to find.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Chenery10

Charles H. Winfrey

Charles Winfrey is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO. He is running against Republican Lynnette Robinson.

Genesee County, District 3 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 3

Democrat
Ellen Ellenburg

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Ellen Ellenburg is a Democrat running for her fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. She is very active in the community and in local government, even beyond her service on the County Commission.

Ellenburg is running against Republican Nicholas Goyette.

Ellen Ellenburg is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/eellenburg

Ellen Ellenburg

Ellen Ellenburg is a Democrat running for her fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. She is very active in the community and in local government, even beyond her service on the County Commission.

Ellenburg is running against Republican Nicholas Goyette.

Ellen Ellenburg is a Democrat running for her fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. She is very active in the community and in local government, even beyond her service on the County Commission.

Ellenburg is running against Republican Nicholas Goyette.

Ellen Ellenburg is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/eellenburg

Ellen Ellenburg

Ellen Ellenburg is a Democrat running for her fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. She is very active in the community and in local government, even beyond her service on the County Commission.

Ellenburg is running against Republican Nicholas Goyette.

Genesee County, District 4 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 4

Democrat
Domonique Clemons

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Domonique Clemons is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He has worked as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and in the nonprofit sector. Infrastructure, the economy, and the environment are among Clemons’s priorities. He is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and a number of labor and progressive organizations including the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Clemons is running against Republican Amy Miller in this race.

Clemons is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.voteclemons.com/

Domonique Clemons

Domonique Clemons is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He has worked as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and in the nonprofit sector. Infrastructure, the economy, and the environment are among Clemons’s priorities.

Domonique Clemons is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He has worked as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and in the nonprofit sector. Infrastructure, the economy, and the environment are among Clemons’s priorities. He is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and a number of labor and progressive organizations including the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Clemons is running against Republican Amy Miller in this race.

Clemons is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.voteclemons.com/

Domonique Clemons

Domonique Clemons is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a second term. He has worked as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and in the nonprofit sector. Infrastructure, the economy, and the environment are among Clemons’s priorities.

Genesee County, District 5 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 5

Democrat
James Avery
James Avery is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a first full term after being appointed in January 2022. He previously served on the Grand Blanc School Board. Avery is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Avery is running against Republican Teri Lynn Chambers for this position.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Avery over Chambers based on the information we were able to find.

James Avery

James Avery is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a first full term after being appointed in January 2022. He previously served on the Grand Blanc School Board. Avery is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

James Avery is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a first full term after being appointed in January 2022. He previously served on the Grand Blanc School Board. Avery is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Avery is running against Republican Teri Lynn Chambers for this position.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Avery over Chambers based on the information we were able to find.

James Avery

James Avery is a Democrat running for Genesee County Commission for a first full term after being appointed in January 2022. He previously served on the Grand Blanc School Board. Avery is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Democrat
Martin L. Cousineau

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Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee. We couldn’t find much information about Cousineau’s platform.

Cousineau is running against Republican Lynn Culver.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Cousineau over Culver based on the information we were able to find.

Learn more: https://martincousineau.com/

Martin L. Cousineau

Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee.

Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee. We couldn’t find much information about Cousineau’s platform.

Cousineau is running against Republican Lynn Culver.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Cousineau over Culver based on the information we were able to find.

Learn more: https://martincousineau.com/

Martin L. Cousineau

Martin Cousineau is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Genesee County Commission. Cousineau was elected Chair of the County Commission in just his second term. A chiropractor by trade, Cousineau has also served as a Thetford Township Trustee.

Genesee County, District 8 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 8

Democrat
Dale Weighill

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Dale Weighill is running for his first term on the Genesee County Commission. He is the associate vice president at Mott Community College, where he formerly taught political science, and serves on a number of community boards. Job creation, education, and countywide strategic planning for Genesee’s future are among his priorities. He is also focused on defending our democracy. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Weighill is running against Republican Meredith Davis. Davis opposed precautions to keep our community safe during the pandemic.

Dale Weighill is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://dale4commissioner.com/

Dale Weighill

Dale Weighill is running for his first term on the Genesee County Commission. He is the associate vice president at Mott Community College, where he formerly taught political science, and serves on a number of community boards.

Dale Weighill is running for his first term on the Genesee County Commission. He is the associate vice president at Mott Community College, where he formerly taught political science, and serves on a number of community boards. Job creation, education, and countywide strategic planning for Genesee’s future are among his priorities. He is also focused on defending our democracy. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Weighill is running against Republican Meredith Davis. Davis opposed precautions to keep our community safe during the pandemic.

Dale Weighill is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://dale4commissioner.com/

Dale Weighill

Dale Weighill is running for his first term on the Genesee County Commission. He is the associate vice president at Mott Community College, where he formerly taught political science, and serves on a number of community boards.

Genesee County, District 9 County Commission

Genesee County Commission, District 9

Democrat
Michelle Davis
Michelle Davis is a Democrat running for her first term on the Genesee County Commission. She is a General Motors retiree.

She promises to avoid political infighting and focus on solving the issues at hand, including funding the GHOST program to end child human trafficking. She also believes everyone deserves clean and affordable drinking water.

Davis is running against Republican Sue Hopper.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Davis over Hopper based on the information we were able to find.

Michelle Davis

Michelle Davis is a Democrat running for her first term on the Genesee County Commission. She is a General Motors retiree.

Michelle Davis is a Democrat running for her first term on the Genesee County Commission. She is a General Motors retiree.

She promises to avoid political infighting and focus on solving the issues at hand, including funding the GHOST program to end child human trafficking. She also believes everyone deserves clean and affordable drinking water.

Davis is running against Republican Sue Hopper.

Given the limited information we have about both candidates, we are unable to determine whether either candidate could be considered progressive to any degree, but at this time we are recommending voters consider Davis over Hopper based on the information we were able to find.

Michelle Davis

Michelle Davis is a Democrat running for her first term on the Genesee County Commission. She is a General Motors retiree.

Statewide Ballot Measures

Michigan Proposal 1

VOTE YES

Vote YES for Legislative Term Limits and Financial Disclosure
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 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.

Michigan 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.

Michigan Proposal 2

VOTE YES

Vote YES to Promote the Vote 2022

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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 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.

Michigan 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.

Michigan Proposal 3

VOTE YES

Vote YES for Reproductive Freedom for All

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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.

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.

Michigan 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.

Martin L. Cousineau

Martin L. Cousineau

Martin L. Cousineau

Gretchen Whitmer and Garlin Gilchrist II

Jocelyn Benson

Dana Nessel

Kyra H. Bolden

Richard Bernstein

Congress

Elissa Slotkin

Daniel T. Kildee

State Senate

Jordan Genso

Theresa J. Fougnie

Charles Stadler

John D. Cherry

State House

Brian LaJoie

Cheri Hardmon

Jasper Martus

Cynthia Neeley

Mark D. Zacharda

Stacy Taylor

Paul M. Whitney

Mitchell Robinson

Pamela Pugh