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Federal
Vice President Kamala Harris is running for president and has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as her vice president. Between them, Harris and Walz have a wealth of executive and legislative experience, and both have demonstrated a firm commitment to protecting our freedoms and fighting for a brighter future for all Americans.
Before serving as vice president, Kamala Harris was California’s Attorney General and served in the U.S. Senate. Tim Walz spent 24 years in the US Military before his professional career as a teacher and coach, before serving six terms in Congress and one full term as governor of Minnesota.
Harris and Walz’s vision for America centers on protecting the rights and freedoms of people across the country and fighting back against the attacks MAGA Republicans have launched on abortion access, LGBTQ+ equality, voting rights, and racial justice. They also aim to foster an economic environment where everyone can thrive, not just corporations and the wealthy, protect our environment from corporate polluters, and enact common-sense gun violence prevention laws to make us all safer.
Harris and Walz have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Clean Water Action, Emgage Action, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and Sierra Club - Michigan.
Vice President Harris’s opponent in this race is former president Donald Trump, a con man whose time in the White House was characterized by chaos, bigotry, and a focus on taking care of himself and his wealthy friends. Trump has selected Ohio Senator J.D. Vance to be his running mate. Vance has limited experience in governing and has followed Trump’s lead in spreading harmful racist, sexist, and anti-LGBTQ+ propaganda.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are the most progressive choices in this race
Vice President Kamala Harris is running for president and has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as her vice president. Between them, Harris and Walz have a wealth of executive and legislative experience, and both have demonstrated a firm commitment to protecting our freedoms and fighting for a brighter future for all Americans.
Before serving as vice president, Kamala Harris was California’s Attorney General and served in the U.S. Senate. Tim Walz spent 24 years in the US Military before his professional career as a teacher and coach, before serving six terms in Congress and one full term as governor of Minnesota.
Harris and Walz’s vision for America centers on protecting the rights and freedoms of people across the country and fighting back against the attacks MAGA Republicans have launched on abortion access, LGBTQ+ equality, voting rights, and racial justice. They also aim to foster an economic environment where everyone can thrive, not just corporations and the wealthy, protect our environment from corporate polluters, and enact common-sense gun violence prevention laws to make us all safer.
Harris and Walz have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Clean Water Action, Emgage Action, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and Sierra Club - Michigan.
Vice President Harris’s opponent in this race is former president Donald Trump, a con man whose time in the White House was characterized by chaos, bigotry, and a focus on taking care of himself and his wealthy friends. Trump has selected Ohio Senator J.D. Vance to be his running mate. Vance has limited experience in governing and has followed Trump’s lead in spreading harmful racist, sexist, and anti-LGBTQ+ propaganda.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are the most progressive choices in this race
Vice President Kamala Harris is running for president and has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as her vice president. Between them, Harris and Walz have a wealth of executive and legislative experience, and both have demonstrated a firm commitment to protecting our freedoms and fighting for a brighter future for all Americans.
Before serving as vice president, Kamala Harris was California’s Attorney General and served in the U.S. Senate. Tim Walz spent 24 years in the US Military before his professional career as a teacher and coach, before serving six terms in Congress and one full term as governor of Minnesota.
Harris and Walz’s vision for America centers on protecting the rights and freedoms of people across the country and fighting back against the attacks MAGA Republicans have launched on abortion access, LGBTQ+ equality, voting rights, and racial justice. They also aim to foster an economic environment where everyone can thrive, not just corporations and the wealthy, protect our environment from corporate polluters, and enact common-sense gun violence prevention laws to make us all safer.
Harris and Walz have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Clean Water Action, Emgage Action, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and Sierra Club - Michigan.
Vice President Harris’s opponent in this race is former president Donald Trump, a con man whose time in the White House was characterized by chaos, bigotry, and a focus on taking care of himself and his wealthy friends. Trump has selected Ohio Senator J.D. Vance to be his running mate. Vance has limited experience in governing and has followed Trump’s lead in spreading harmful racist, sexist, and anti-LGBTQ+ propaganda.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are the most progressive choices in this race
Vice President Kamala Harris is running for president and has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to serve as her vice president. Between them, Harris and Walz have a wealth of executive and legislative experience, and both have demonstrated a firm commitment to protecting our freedoms and fighting for a brighter future for all Americans.
Before serving as vice president, Kamala Harris was California’s Attorney General and served in the U.S. Senate. Tim Walz spent 24 years in the US Military before his professional career as a teacher and coach, before serving six terms in Congress and one full term as governor of Minnesota.
Harris and Walz’s vision for America centers on protecting the rights and freedoms of people across the country and fighting back against the attacks MAGA Republicans have launched on abortion access, LGBTQ+ equality, voting rights, and racial justice. They also aim to foster an economic environment where everyone can thrive, not just corporations and the wealthy, protect our environment from corporate polluters, and enact common-sense gun violence prevention laws to make us all safer.
Harris and Walz have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Clean Water Action, Emgage Action, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and Sierra Club - Michigan.
Vice President Harris’s opponent in this race is former president Donald Trump, a con man whose time in the White House was characterized by chaos, bigotry, and a focus on taking care of himself and his wealthy friends. Trump has selected Ohio Senator J.D. Vance to be his running mate. Vance has limited experience in governing and has followed Trump’s lead in spreading harmful racist, sexist, and anti-LGBTQ+ propaganda.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are the most progressive choices in this race
Rep. Elissa Slotkin, who has represented Michigan for three terms in Congress as a member of the House of Representatives, is running this year for her first term representing Michigan in the U.S. Senate.
Rep. Slotkin spent much of her career working on national security issues for the federal government. After losing her mother to cancer and witnessing firsthand the way families dealing with a serious illness must also navigate tremendous financial stress, she decided to run for Congress and work toward a more just healthcare system.
In addition to taking on big pharma and insurance companies, Rep. Slotkin’s policy priorities include creating safer communities via gun violence prevention laws, protecting abortion rights, reducing inequality and ensuring all families have what they need to thrive, and defending our democracy and voting rights.
Rep. Slotkin has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Association for Justice, Michigan Education Association, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Sierra Club - Michigan.
Rep. Slotkin’s opponent is Mike Rogers, a Trump-endorsed candidate who shares many of the former president’s priorities, including harsh, authoritarian immigration and policing policies, criminalizing abortion, and supporting corporations over everyday Americans. Mike Rogers recently moved back to Michigan after living in Florida for years in order to run for the U.S. Senate.
Rep. Elissa Slotkin is the most progressive choice in this race.
Rep. Elissa Slotkin, who has represented Michigan for three terms in Congress as a member of the House of Representatives, is running this year for her first term representing Michigan in the U.S. Senate.
Rep. Slotkin spent much of her career working on national security issues for the federal government. After losing her mother to cancer and witnessing firsthand the way families dealing with a serious illness must also navigate tremendous financial stress, she decided to run for Congress and work toward a more just healthcare system.
In addition to taking on big pharma and insurance companies, Rep. Slotkin’s policy priorities include creating safer communities via gun violence prevention laws, protecting abortion rights, reducing inequality and ensuring all families have what they need to thrive, and defending our democracy and voting rights.
Rep. Slotkin has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Association for Justice, Michigan Education Association, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Sierra Club - Michigan.
Rep. Slotkin’s opponent is Mike Rogers, a Trump-endorsed candidate who shares many of the former president’s priorities, including harsh, authoritarian immigration and policing policies, criminalizing abortion, and supporting corporations over everyday Americans. Mike Rogers recently moved back to Michigan after living in Florida for years in order to run for the U.S. Senate.
Rep. Elissa Slotkin is the most progressive choice in this race.
Corte Suprema
Supreme Court races can be found on the nonpartisan section of your ballot.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Kyra Harris Bolden for the partial term and Kimberly Ann Thomas for the full term. Both Justice Bolden and Thomas were nominated by the Michigan Democratic Party. Note: The Michigan Supreme Court race is found on the non-partisan section of the ballot.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Clean Water Action, Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Association for Justice, Michigan Education Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
Kimberly Ann Thomas is a law professor at the University of Michigan Law School, where she directs the Juvenile Justice Clinic, representing low-income individuals who otherwise would not have access to legal support. Her deep commitment to justice is rooted in her career teaching future lawyers about ethical practices and fighting for fairness for all. As a candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court, Thomas brings a dedication to integrity, compassion, and reform, particularly for underserved communities.
Her leadership on the bipartisan Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform stands out as a key part of her career. Using a data-driven approach, she championed meaningful reforms to the state’s juvenile justice system, addressing systemic inequities. Kimberly Thomas believes in equal justice and representation for all citizens, regardless of background or financial means. Her experience gives her a vision for a more just Michigan, where everyone has the right to fair representation and access to the courts.
Thomas is running against Andrew Fink, who has a background as Republican state representative and is a candidate aligned with the ultra-conservative Federalist Society, known for backing judges like Amy Coney Barrett and Brett M. Kavanaugh, and the decisions that have led to the reversal of Roe v. Wade. Fink holds extreme views that go beyond reproductive rights. His record includes opposition to marriage equality and protections under the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Fink has also consistently voted against expanding voting rights, including laws aimed at easing voter registration, preventing poll worker intimidation, regulating deceptive political ads, and ensuring election integrity. Fink is endorsed by a huge lineup of Michigan's far-right, conservative lawmakers, including those who pushed conspiracy theories about our elections.
Fink’s stance is sharply contrasted by Thomas, who has fought for inclusive, accessible justice. His resistance to funding measures that would help implement voter-approved amendments expanding early voting and his votes against enhancing the election certification process further illustrate his radical agenda.
Kimberly Ann Thomas is the most progressive choice in the race against Fink for the full term on the court.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Kyra Harris Bolden for the partial term and Kimberly Ann Thomas for the full term. Both Justice Bolden and Thomas were nominated by the Michigan Democratic Party. Note: The Michigan Supreme Court race is found on the non-partisan section of the ballot.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Clean Water Action, Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Association for Justice, Michigan Education Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
Kimberly Ann Thomas is a law professor at the University of Michigan Law School, where she directs the Juvenile Justice Clinic, representing low-income individuals who otherwise would not have access to legal support. Her deep commitment to justice is rooted in her career teaching future lawyers about ethical practices and fighting for fairness for all. As a candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court, Thomas brings a dedication to integrity, compassion, and reform, particularly for underserved communities.
Her leadership on the bipartisan Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform stands out as a key part of her career. Using a data-driven approach, she championed meaningful reforms to the state’s juvenile justice system, addressing systemic inequities. Kimberly Thomas believes in equal justice and representation for all citizens, regardless of background or financial means. Her experience gives her a vision for a more just Michigan, where everyone has the right to fair representation and access to the courts.
Thomas is running against Andrew Fink, who has a background as Republican state representative and is a candidate aligned with the ultra-conservative Federalist Society, known for backing judges like Amy Coney Barrett and Brett M. Kavanaugh, and the decisions that have led to the reversal of Roe v. Wade. Fink holds extreme views that go beyond reproductive rights. His record includes opposition to marriage equality and protections under the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Fink has also consistently voted against expanding voting rights, including laws aimed at easing voter registration, preventing poll worker intimidation, regulating deceptive political ads, and ensuring election integrity. Fink is endorsed by a huge lineup of Michigan's far-right, conservative lawmakers, including those who pushed conspiracy theories about our elections.
Fink’s stance is sharply contrasted by Thomas, who has fought for inclusive, accessible justice. His resistance to funding measures that would help implement voter-approved amendments expanding early voting and his votes against enhancing the election certification process further illustrate his radical agenda.
Kimberly Ann Thomas is the most progressive choice in the race against Fink for the full term on the court.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Kyra Harris Bolden for the partial term and Kimberly Ann Thomas for the full term. Both Justice Bolden and Thomas were nominated by the Michigan Democratic Party. Note: The Michigan Supreme Court race is found on the non-partisan section of the ballot.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Clean Water Action, Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Association for Justice, Michigan Education Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden made history as the first Black woman appointed to the Michigan Supreme Court by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, replacing Bridget Mary McCormack. Justice Bolden is committed to protecting equal justice, expanding access to justice, and upholding the rule of law. In her second year on the court, she has authored three majority opinions, including one unanimous decision. Her approach centers on ensuring that all citizens—regardless of their gender, race, or background—receive fair and equal treatment under the law.
Justice Bolden started her career as a criminal defense and civil litigation attorney before being elected to the Michigan House of Representatives, where she served two terms. During her tenure, she championed criminal justice reform and passed five bipartisan bills to protect survivors of sexual violence.
Justice Bolden brings a vital perspective to the Michigan Supreme Court through her diverse life experiences and deep engagement with the criminal justice system. As the first Black woman to serve on the state's highest court, she represents a much-needed voice for communities that have been historically marginalized in the legal system. Her background as a criminal defense attorney, civil litigator, and legislator allows her to understand the complexities of law from multiple angles, particularly the disproportionate impacts of the system on vulnerable populations.
Bolden’s opponent, Patrick William O’Grady is the Michigan Republican Party nominee and is endorsed by Donald Trump, whose choice of justices at the federal level led to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. O’Grady is endorsed by far-right, fringe figures such as Ted Nugent and Larry Arnn, the president of Hillsdale College.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden is the most progressive choice in the race against O’Grady to fill a partial term on the court.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Kyra Harris Bolden for the partial term and Kimberly Ann Thomas for the full term. Both Justice Bolden and Thomas were nominated by the Michigan Democratic Party. Note: The Michigan Supreme Court race is found on the non-partisan section of the ballot.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Clean Water Action, Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Association for Justice, Michigan Education Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan United Action, MI Poder, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden made history as the first Black woman appointed to the Michigan Supreme Court by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, replacing Bridget Mary McCormack. Justice Bolden is committed to protecting equal justice, expanding access to justice, and upholding the rule of law. In her second year on the court, she has authored three majority opinions, including one unanimous decision. Her approach centers on ensuring that all citizens—regardless of their gender, race, or background—receive fair and equal treatment under the law.
Justice Bolden started her career as a criminal defense and civil litigation attorney before being elected to the Michigan House of Representatives, where she served two terms. During her tenure, she championed criminal justice reform and passed five bipartisan bills to protect survivors of sexual violence.
Justice Bolden brings a vital perspective to the Michigan Supreme Court through her diverse life experiences and deep engagement with the criminal justice system. As the first Black woman to serve on the state's highest court, she represents a much-needed voice for communities that have been historically marginalized in the legal system. Her background as a criminal defense attorney, civil litigator, and legislator allows her to understand the complexities of law from multiple angles, particularly the disproportionate impacts of the system on vulnerable populations.
Bolden’s opponent, Patrick William O’Grady is the Michigan Republican Party nominee and is endorsed by Donald Trump, whose choice of justices at the federal level led to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. O’Grady is endorsed by far-right, fringe figures such as Ted Nugent and Larry Arnn, the president of Hillsdale College.
Justice Kyra Harris Bolden is the most progressive choice in the race against O’Grady to fill a partial term on the court.
6th Distrito Congresional
Rep. Debbie Dingell is a fighter for progressive values and lifelong activist running for her sixth term in Congress to represent the 6th District.
Rep. Dingell became politically active at a young age and has been a stalwart advocate for women and children’s interests, as well as every person’s right to access the healthcare they need. Her policy priorities include fighting for equal rights for all, securing a bright future by protecting our climate, supporting public schools, and building an economy where everyone can thrive.
Rep. Dingell has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Clean Water Action, Michigan Education Association, Michigan AFL-CIO, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
Rep. Dingell’s opponent in this race is Heather Smiley, a Republican whose economic policies heavily favor corporate interests over ordinary people, as well as criminalizing abortion care.
Rep. Debbie Dingell is the most progressive choice in this race.
Rep. Debbie Dingell is a fighter for progressive values and lifelong activist running for her sixth term in Congress to represent the 6th District.
Rep. Dingell became politically active at a young age and has been a stalwart advocate for women and children’s interests, as well as every person’s right to access the healthcare they need. Her policy priorities include fighting for equal rights for all, securing a bright future by protecting our climate, supporting public schools, and building an economy where everyone can thrive.
Rep. Dingell has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Clean Water Action, Michigan Education Association, Michigan AFL-CIO, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
Rep. Dingell’s opponent in this race is Heather Smiley, a Republican whose economic policies heavily favor corporate interests over ordinary people, as well as criminalizing abortion care.
Rep. Debbie Dingell is the most progressive choice in this race.
Representante, Distrito 33rd
Morgan Foreman is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 33rd District. She is a long time community organizer and has worked as constituent services director for Representative Felicia Brabec giving her a strong knowledge of the district and communities, is a member of Washtenaw County Democratic Party, and is an elected precinct delegate. Prior to working for Rep. Brabec she worked as a paraprofessional in local K-12 schools and was a MEA member, which has given her a unique first hand view of the needs of public schools. She lives in Pittsfield township with her husband and her dog Rosie.
Foreman’s priorities include increasing education resources to help students succeed, strengthening consumer protection measures, supporting seniors needs to help them live independently and comfortably, protecting our fundamental rights to reproductive freedom and LGBTQ+ rights, access to quality and affordable healthcare for all, workers’ rights, economic justice, protecting natural resources, and common sense gun safety.
Foreman has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Detroit Action, Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and We the People - Michigan.
Foreman is running against Republican Jason Rogers.
Morgan Foreman is the most progressive choice in this race.
Morgan Foreman is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 33rd District. She is a long time community organizer and has worked as constituent services director for Representative Felicia Brabec giving her a strong knowledge of the district and communities, is a member of Washtenaw County Democratic Party, and is an elected precinct delegate. Prior to working for Rep. Brabec she worked as a paraprofessional in local K-12 schools and was a MEA member, which has given her a unique first hand view of the needs of public schools. She lives in Pittsfield township with her husband and her dog Rosie.
Foreman’s priorities include increasing education resources to help students succeed, strengthening consumer protection measures, supporting seniors needs to help them live independently and comfortably, protecting our fundamental rights to reproductive freedom and LGBTQ+ rights, access to quality and affordable healthcare for all, workers’ rights, economic justice, protecting natural resources, and common sense gun safety.
Foreman has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Detroit Action, Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and We the People - Michigan.
Foreman is running against Republican Jason Rogers.
Morgan Foreman is the most progressive choice in this race.
Otros cargos estatales
Voters will elect two members of the State Board of Education this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Adam Zemke and Ted Jones as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Adam Zemke is from Ann Arbor and served as a lawmaker in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. He is an appointed member of the state’s MiSTEM Advisor Council, which works to make Michigan a leader in science, technology, engineering, and math education.
Ted Jones is from Detroit and the senior accountant for talent initiatives at Global Detroit, a nonprofit that works to include immigrants in the economy. Previously he worked as a central office administrator for Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican candidates in this race are incumbents Tom McMillin and Nikki Snyder, who have served since 2016. Tom McMillin was formerly a representative in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2009 to 2014 where he earned a reputation as one of the more conservative members of the caucus and owns a public accounting firm. As a State Board of Education member, McMillin voted against the resolution the State Board of Education passed earlier this year to bring more transparency and oversight to for-profit charter schools. McMillin and Snyder have both associated with far-right, anti-public schools groups such as FEC United and Moms for Liberty. They have spoken at events where opposition to free school lunches and universal preK school were spoken about as bad policies.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members of the State Board of Education this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Adam Zemke and Ted Jones as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Adam Zemke is from Ann Arbor and served as a lawmaker in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. He is an appointed member of the state’s MiSTEM Advisor Council, which works to make Michigan a leader in science, technology, engineering, and math education.
Ted Jones is from Detroit and the senior accountant for talent initiatives at Global Detroit, a nonprofit that works to include immigrants in the economy. Previously he worked as a central office administrator for Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican candidates in this race are incumbents Tom McMillin and Nikki Snyder, who have served since 2016. Tom McMillin was formerly a representative in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2009 to 2014 where he earned a reputation as one of the more conservative members of the caucus and owns a public accounting firm. As a State Board of Education member, McMillin voted against the resolution the State Board of Education passed earlier this year to bring more transparency and oversight to for-profit charter schools. McMillin and Snyder have both associated with far-right, anti-public schools groups such as FEC United and Moms for Liberty. They have spoken at events where opposition to free school lunches and universal preK school were spoken about as bad policies.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members of the State Board of Education this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Adam Zemke and Ted Jones as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Adam Zemke is from Ann Arbor and served as a lawmaker in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. He is an appointed member of the state’s MiSTEM Advisor Council, which works to make Michigan a leader in science, technology, engineering, and math education.
Ted Jones is from Detroit and the senior accountant for talent initiatives at Global Detroit, a nonprofit that works to include immigrants in the economy. Previously he worked as a central office administrator for Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican candidates in this race are incumbents Tom McMillin and Nikki Snyder, who have served since 2016. Tom McMillin was formerly a representative in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2009 to 2014 where he earned a reputation as one of the more conservative members of the caucus and owns a public accounting firm. As a State Board of Education member, McMillin voted against the resolution the State Board of Education passed earlier this year to bring more transparency and oversight to for-profit charter schools. McMillin and Snyder have both associated with far-right, anti-public schools groups such as FEC United and Moms for Liberty. They have spoken at events where opposition to free school lunches and universal preK school were spoken about as bad policies.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members of the State Board of Education this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Adam Zemke and Ted Jones as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Adam Zemke is from Ann Arbor and served as a lawmaker in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. He is an appointed member of the state’s MiSTEM Advisor Council, which works to make Michigan a leader in science, technology, engineering, and math education.
Ted Jones is from Detroit and the senior accountant for talent initiatives at Global Detroit, a nonprofit that works to include immigrants in the economy. Previously he worked as a central office administrator for Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican candidates in this race are incumbents Tom McMillin and Nikki Snyder, who have served since 2016. Tom McMillin was formerly a representative in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2009 to 2014 where he earned a reputation as one of the more conservative members of the caucus and owns a public accounting firm. As a State Board of Education member, McMillin voted against the resolution the State Board of Education passed earlier this year to bring more transparency and oversight to for-profit charter schools. McMillin and Snyder have both associated with far-right, anti-public schools groups such as FEC United and Moms for Liberty. They have spoken at events where opposition to free school lunches and universal preK school were spoken about as bad policies.
Adam Zemke and Ted Jones are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the University of Michigan Board of Regents this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Denise Ilitch is an incumbent regent running for re-election. The first person in her family to go to college, Ilitch understands the importance of fighting for a quality, affordable education for all. She brings a diverse business experience to the role and she serves on a variety of area nonprofit boards. She will do everything she can to hold the line on tuition, support scholarships, and provide pathways to entry for Michigan’s young people.
Dr. Shauna Ryder Diggs is a former regent who left the Board in 2020. She is a University of Michigan Alumna, having received her M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1994. She served as the first-ever medical director of the Detroit Medical Center Advanced Laser Treatment Center and as a proponent of community engagement, also serves as a member of the Junior League of Detroit and serves on the board of directors of several area nonprofits.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan. Ilitch has also been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Carl Meyers and Sevag Vartanian. Meyers appears to believe that school shootings are caused by video games and is against transgender athletes.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the University of Michigan Board of Regents this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Denise Ilitch is an incumbent regent running for re-election. The first person in her family to go to college, Ilitch understands the importance of fighting for a quality, affordable education for all. She brings a diverse business experience to the role and she serves on a variety of area nonprofit boards. She will do everything she can to hold the line on tuition, support scholarships, and provide pathways to entry for Michigan’s young people.
Dr. Shauna Ryder Diggs is a former regent who left the Board in 2020. She is a University of Michigan Alumna, having received her M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1994. She served as the first-ever medical director of the Detroit Medical Center Advanced Laser Treatment Center and as a proponent of community engagement, also serves as a member of the Junior League of Detroit and serves on the board of directors of several area nonprofits.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan. Ilitch has also been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Carl Meyers and Sevag Vartanian. Meyers appears to believe that school shootings are caused by video games and is against transgender athletes.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the University of Michigan Board of Regents this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Denise Ilitch is an incumbent regent running for re-election. The first person in her family to go to college, Ilitch understands the importance of fighting for a quality, affordable education for all. She brings a diverse business experience to the role and she serves on a variety of area nonprofit boards. She will do everything she can to hold the line on tuition, support scholarships, and provide pathways to entry for Michigan’s young people.
Dr. Shauna Ryder Diggs is a former regent who left the Board in 2020. She is a University of Michigan Alumna, having received her M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1994. She served as the first-ever medical director of the Detroit Medical Center Advanced Laser Treatment Center and as a proponent of community engagement, also serves as a member of the Junior League of Detroit and serves on the board of directors of several area nonprofits.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan. Ilitch has also been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Carl Meyers and Sevag Vartanian. Meyers appears to believe that school shootings are caused by video games and is against transgender athletes.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the University of Michigan Board of Regents this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Denise Ilitch is an incumbent regent running for re-election. The first person in her family to go to college, Ilitch understands the importance of fighting for a quality, affordable education for all. She brings a diverse business experience to the role and she serves on a variety of area nonprofit boards. She will do everything she can to hold the line on tuition, support scholarships, and provide pathways to entry for Michigan’s young people.
Dr. Shauna Ryder Diggs is a former regent who left the Board in 2020. She is a University of Michigan Alumna, having received her M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1994. She served as the first-ever medical director of the Detroit Medical Center Advanced Laser Treatment Center and as a proponent of community engagement, also serves as a member of the Junior League of Detroit and serves on the board of directors of several area nonprofits.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan. Ilitch has also been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Carl Meyers and Sevag Vartanian. Meyers appears to believe that school shootings are caused by video games and is against transgender athletes.
Denise Ilitch and Shauna Ryder Diggs are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Michigan State University Board of Trustees this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Thomas Stallworth has worked as a manager with the Detroit Urban League and a civil servant for the City of Detroit under Mayor Coleman A. Young. He is a former Michigan state representative, having served from 2011 to 2014. He served as a board member in Detroit Public Schools and helped establish the Aisha Schule After School Tutorial Program in Detroit.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook is an MSU Alumna and proud parent of two recent MSU graduates. As a small business owner living in East Lansing, she has helped dozens of nonprofits and Democratic candidates raise the resources needed to improve the lives of Michigan’s citizens. She served for over a decade on the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, served as chair of the Ingham County Board of Canvassers, and founded and served as a member of the Ingham County Women’s Commission for nearly 20 years.
Bahar-Cook’s priorities include improving MSU’s affordability for Michigan families, promoting board civility and cooperation with university groups, and maintaining MSU’s ranking as a premier research institution. She will work to ensure that student workers, staff and faculty are treated with respect and dignity and that community safety is a priority on all levels.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Mike Balow and Julie Maday. In 2020 Maday supported the big lie as a member of the Novi City Council.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Michigan State University Board of Trustees this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Thomas Stallworth has worked as a manager with the Detroit Urban League and a civil servant for the City of Detroit under Mayor Coleman A. Young. He is a former Michigan state representative, having served from 2011 to 2014. He served as a board member in Detroit Public Schools and helped establish the Aisha Schule After School Tutorial Program in Detroit.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook is an MSU Alumna and proud parent of two recent MSU graduates. As a small business owner living in East Lansing, she has helped dozens of nonprofits and Democratic candidates raise the resources needed to improve the lives of Michigan’s citizens. She served for over a decade on the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, served as chair of the Ingham County Board of Canvassers, and founded and served as a member of the Ingham County Women’s Commission for nearly 20 years.
Bahar-Cook’s priorities include improving MSU’s affordability for Michigan families, promoting board civility and cooperation with university groups, and maintaining MSU’s ranking as a premier research institution. She will work to ensure that student workers, staff and faculty are treated with respect and dignity and that community safety is a priority on all levels.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Mike Balow and Julie Maday. In 2020 Maday supported the big lie as a member of the Novi City Council.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Michigan State University Board of Trustees this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Thomas Stallworth has worked as a manager with the Detroit Urban League and a civil servant for the City of Detroit under Mayor Coleman A. Young. He is a former Michigan state representative, having served from 2011 to 2014. He served as a board member in Detroit Public Schools and helped establish the Aisha Schule After School Tutorial Program in Detroit.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook is an MSU Alumna and proud parent of two recent MSU graduates. As a small business owner living in East Lansing, she has helped dozens of nonprofits and Democratic candidates raise the resources needed to improve the lives of Michigan’s citizens. She served for over a decade on the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, served as chair of the Ingham County Board of Canvassers, and founded and served as a member of the Ingham County Women’s Commission for nearly 20 years.
Bahar-Cook’s priorities include improving MSU’s affordability for Michigan families, promoting board civility and cooperation with university groups, and maintaining MSU’s ranking as a premier research institution. She will work to ensure that student workers, staff and faculty are treated with respect and dignity and that community safety is a priority on all levels.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Mike Balow and Julie Maday. In 2020 Maday supported the big lie as a member of the Novi City Council.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Michigan State University Board of Trustees this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Thomas Stallworth has worked as a manager with the Detroit Urban League and a civil servant for the City of Detroit under Mayor Coleman A. Young. He is a former Michigan state representative, having served from 2011 to 2014. He served as a board member in Detroit Public Schools and helped establish the Aisha Schule After School Tutorial Program in Detroit.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook is an MSU Alumna and proud parent of two recent MSU graduates. As a small business owner living in East Lansing, she has helped dozens of nonprofits and Democratic candidates raise the resources needed to improve the lives of Michigan’s citizens. She served for over a decade on the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, served as chair of the Ingham County Board of Canvassers, and founded and served as a member of the Ingham County Women’s Commission for nearly 20 years.
Bahar-Cook’s priorities include improving MSU’s affordability for Michigan families, promoting board civility and cooperation with university groups, and maintaining MSU’s ranking as a premier research institution. She will work to ensure that student workers, staff and faculty are treated with respect and dignity and that community safety is a priority on all levels.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Mike Balow and Julie Maday. In 2020 Maday supported the big lie as a member of the Novi City Council.
Rebecca Bahar-Cook and Thomas Stallworth are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rasha Demashkie and Mark Gaffney as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Rasha Demashkie has served as commissioner and vice chair of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, served on the Port Huron Area School District board of trustees, the executive board of the Arab Community Center for Economics and Social Services, and the St. Clair County Community Foundation.
Rasha Demashkie is focused on student success and providing a wide range of experiences that promote their growth; providing a diverse education experience that is affordable and accessible; and offering quality, exciting, cutting edge learning with real life experiences. She will work to prepare students for meaningful employment and help them flourish in the future workforce, and she will support top quality engaged staff who are dedicated to the success and growth of their students.
Mark Gaffney is an incumbent who took office in 2017 and is running for re-election. Gaffney is recently retired from Teamsters Local Union #214, the largest Teamsters Local in Michigan. He was previously elected three times to serve as the president of the Michigan AFL-CIO, becoming one of the leading political, legislative, and labor figures in the state. He has extensive expertise in workforce issues and labor relations.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Michael Busuito and Sunny Reddy. In June of 2023 when the Wayne State Board of Governors was voting on the new Center for Gender and Sexuality, Bustito made comments about how the LGBTQ+ community is out of control and they have psychiatric issues. Reddy is against DEI and trans athletes.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rasha Demashkie and Mark Gaffney as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Rasha Demashkie has served as commissioner and vice chair of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, served on the Port Huron Area School District board of trustees, the executive board of the Arab Community Center for Economics and Social Services, and the St. Clair County Community Foundation.
Rasha Demashkie is focused on student success and providing a wide range of experiences that promote their growth; providing a diverse education experience that is affordable and accessible; and offering quality, exciting, cutting edge learning with real life experiences. She will work to prepare students for meaningful employment and help them flourish in the future workforce, and she will support top quality engaged staff who are dedicated to the success and growth of their students.
Mark Gaffney is an incumbent who took office in 2017 and is running for re-election. Gaffney is recently retired from Teamsters Local Union #214, the largest Teamsters Local in Michigan. He was previously elected three times to serve as the president of the Michigan AFL-CIO, becoming one of the leading political, legislative, and labor figures in the state. He has extensive expertise in workforce issues and labor relations.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Michael Busuito and Sunny Reddy. In June of 2023 when the Wayne State Board of Governors was voting on the new Center for Gender and Sexuality, Bustito made comments about how the LGBTQ+ community is out of control and they have psychiatric issues. Reddy is against DEI and trans athletes.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rasha Demashkie and Mark Gaffney as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Rasha Demashkie has served as commissioner and vice chair of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, served on the Port Huron Area School District board of trustees, the executive board of the Arab Community Center for Economics and Social Services, and the St. Clair County Community Foundation.
Rasha Demashkie is focused on student success and providing a wide range of experiences that promote their growth; providing a diverse education experience that is affordable and accessible; and offering quality, exciting, cutting edge learning with real life experiences. She will work to prepare students for meaningful employment and help them flourish in the future workforce, and she will support top quality engaged staff who are dedicated to the success and growth of their students.
Mark Gaffney is an incumbent who took office in 2017 and is running for re-election. Gaffney is recently retired from Teamsters Local Union #214, the largest Teamsters Local in Michigan. He was previously elected three times to serve as the president of the Michigan AFL-CIO, becoming one of the leading political, legislative, and labor figures in the state. He has extensive expertise in workforce issues and labor relations.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Michael Busuito and Sunny Reddy. In June of 2023 when the Wayne State Board of Governors was voting on the new Center for Gender and Sexuality, Bustito made comments about how the LGBTQ+ community is out of control and they have psychiatric issues. Reddy is against DEI and trans athletes.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney are the progressive choices in this race.
Voters will elect two members to the Wayne State University Board of Governors this November, and we recommend Democratic candidates Rasha Demashkie and Mark Gaffney as the most progressive candidates in this race.
Rasha Demashkie has served as commissioner and vice chair of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, served on the Port Huron Area School District board of trustees, the executive board of the Arab Community Center for Economics and Social Services, and the St. Clair County Community Foundation.
Rasha Demashkie is focused on student success and providing a wide range of experiences that promote their growth; providing a diverse education experience that is affordable and accessible; and offering quality, exciting, cutting edge learning with real life experiences. She will work to prepare students for meaningful employment and help them flourish in the future workforce, and she will support top quality engaged staff who are dedicated to the success and growth of their students.
Mark Gaffney is an incumbent who took office in 2017 and is running for re-election. Gaffney is recently retired from Teamsters Local Union #214, the largest Teamsters Local in Michigan. He was previously elected three times to serve as the president of the Michigan AFL-CIO, becoming one of the leading political, legislative, and labor figures in the state. He has extensive expertise in workforce issues and labor relations.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney have been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: American Federation of Teachers - Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, and Service Employees International Union - Michigan.
The two Republican choices for this race are Michael Busuito and Sunny Reddy. In June of 2023 when the Wayne State Board of Governors was voting on the new Center for Gender and Sexuality, Bustito made comments about how the LGBTQ+ community is out of control and they have psychiatric issues. Reddy is against DEI and trans athletes.
Rasha Demashkieh and Mark Gaffney are the progressive choices in this race.
Condado de Washtenaw
Eli Savit is a Democrat running for his second term as Washtenaw County prosecuting attorney. Early in his career, he served as a law clerk to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and throughout his career has worked to reform the criminal justice system. Under his leadership since 2021, the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office has received acclaim for its rehabilitation initiatives for criminal offenders. Savit is also responsible for reestablishing the popular Conviction Integrity and Expungement Unit, which has assisted over 1,000 Washtenaw County residents to clear old criminal records, allowing them to access jobs, housing, and employment opportunities.
Savit has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Eli Savit is running unopposed and is the best choice in this race.
Eli Savit is a Democrat running for his second term as Washtenaw County prosecuting attorney. Early in his career, he served as a law clerk to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and throughout his career has worked to reform the criminal justice system. Under his leadership since 2021, the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office has received acclaim for its rehabilitation initiatives for criminal offenders. Savit is also responsible for reestablishing the popular Conviction Integrity and Expungement Unit, which has assisted over 1,000 Washtenaw County residents to clear old criminal records, allowing them to access jobs, housing, and employment opportunities.
Savit has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Equality Michigan Action Network, Michigan AFL-CIO, and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Eli Savit is running unopposed and is the best choice in this race.
Alyshia Dyer is a Democrat running for her first term as Washtenaw County Sheriff. She served as a patrol deputy in the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office for almost a decade. She later earned advanced degrees from both the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy and the School of Social Work at the University of Michigan.
Her priorities include reforming the Washtenaw County Jail by reimplementing in-person visitation, increasing morale and wellness of law enforcement officers, closing racial disparities in traffic ticket issuance, and increasing department accountability.
Dyer has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan AFL-CIO and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Dyer is running unopposed.
Dyer is the best choice in this race.
Alyshia Dyer is a Democrat running for her first term as Washtenaw County Sheriff. She served as a patrol deputy in the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office for almost a decade. She later earned advanced degrees from both the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy and the School of Social Work at the University of Michigan.
Her priorities include reforming the Washtenaw County Jail by reimplementing in-person visitation, increasing morale and wellness of law enforcement officers, closing racial disparities in traffic ticket issuance, and increasing department accountability.
Dyer has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan AFL-CIO and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Dyer is running unopposed.
Dyer is the best choice in this race.
Larry Kestenbaum is an incumbent Democrat running for re-election as Washtenaw County Clerk and Register of Deeds. With a background in city and regional planning and historic preservation, Kestenbaum has been clerk and register of deeds in Washtenaw County for nearly two decades, taking responsibility for public records, from birth certificates to mortgages. He also recently served as co-chair of the Legislative Committee for the Michigan Association of County Clerks, and has testified before House and Senate committees on a variety of issues. Kestenbaum’s office has taken action to eliminate racially restrictive housing covenants in Washtenaw County, in addition to making county records more accessible online.
Kestenbaum is running against MAGA Republican Samantha Strayer, who was a Trump delegate at the Republican National Convention this year.
Larry Kestenbaum is the best choice in this race.
Larry Kestenbaum is an incumbent Democrat running for re-election as Washtenaw County Clerk and Register of Deeds. With a background in city and regional planning and historic preservation, Kestenbaum has been clerk and register of deeds in Washtenaw County for nearly two decades, taking responsibility for public records, from birth certificates to mortgages. He also recently served as co-chair of the Legislative Committee for the Michigan Association of County Clerks, and has testified before House and Senate committees on a variety of issues. Kestenbaum’s office has taken action to eliminate racially restrictive housing covenants in Washtenaw County, in addition to making county records more accessible online.
Kestenbaum is running against MAGA Republican Samantha Strayer, who was a Trump delegate at the Republican National Convention this year.
Larry Kestenbaum is the best choice in this race.
Latitia Lamelle-Sharp is a Democrat running for her first term as Washtenaw County Treasurer. She works as a division administrator with the Washtenaw County Public Defender’s office. Lamelle-Sharp has experience with financial compliance and overseeing operational activities in Washtenaw County government, and she is a member of both the Government Finance Officers Association and the National Grant Management Association. If elected, Lamelle-Sharp will work to establish foreclosure prevention initiatives and programs.
Lamelle-Sharp is running against Republican Robert Zimmerman.
Lamelle-Sharp is the best choice in this race.
Latitia Lamelle-Sharp is a Democrat running for her first term as Washtenaw County Treasurer. She works as a division administrator with the Washtenaw County Public Defender’s office. Lamelle-Sharp has experience with financial compliance and overseeing operational activities in Washtenaw County government, and she is a member of both the Government Finance Officers Association and the National Grant Management Association. If elected, Lamelle-Sharp will work to establish foreclosure prevention initiatives and programs.
Lamelle-Sharp is running against Republican Robert Zimmerman.
Lamelle-Sharp is the best choice in this race.
Gretchen Driskell is a Democrat running for her first term as Washtenaw County WaterResourcesCommissioner. Her career includes being the first female mayor of Saline, where she served for 14 years, in addition to serving two terms in the Michigan House of Representatives. Once elected, Driskell is committed to supporting water infrastructure in Washtenaw’s rural communities and ensuring that the county is equipped to deal with flooding.
Driskell is running against Republican Lisa Gubaci-Root.
Gretchen Driskell is the best choice in this race.
Gretchen Driskell is a Democrat running for her first term as Washtenaw County WaterResourcesCommissioner. Her career includes being the first female mayor of Saline, where she served for 14 years, in addition to serving two terms in the Michigan House of Representatives. Once elected, Driskell is committed to supporting water infrastructure in Washtenaw’s rural communities and ensuring that the county is equipped to deal with flooding.
Driskell is running against Republican Lisa Gubaci-Root.
Gretchen Driskell is the best choice in this race.
Comisión del condado
Comisión del Condado de Washtenaw County, District 7
Andy LaBarre is an incumbent Democrat running for his seventh term on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. LaBarre currently serves as executive vice president and director of government relations for the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Regional Chamber. He has also worked for U.S. Senator Carl Levin and Congressman John Dingell. One of his main priorities is bolstering county mental health services.
LaBarre has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations Michigan AFL-CIO.
Andy LaBarre is running unopposed and is the best choice in this race.
Andy LaBarre is an incumbent Democrat running for his seventh term on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. LaBarre currently serves as executive vice president and director of government relations for the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Regional Chamber. He has also worked for U.S. Senator Carl Levin and Congressman John Dingell. One of his main priorities is bolstering county mental health services.
LaBarre has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations Michigan AFL-CIO.
Andy LaBarre is running unopposed and is the best choice in this race.
Comisión del Condado de Washtenaw County, District 8
Yousef Rahbi is an incumbent Democrat running for his second term on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. He previously served in the State House of Representatives, including as the Democratic Floor Leader. Rabhi is known for his progressive values, speaking up on behalf of environmental, labor, and social justice issues.
Rabhi has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan AFL-CIO.
He is running against Republican Leslie Shannon.
Yousef Rabhi is the best choice in this race.
Yousef Rahbi is an incumbent Democrat running for his second term on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. He previously served in the State House of Representatives, including as the Democratic Floor Leader. Rabhi is known for his progressive values, speaking up on behalf of environmental, labor, and social justice issues.
Rabhi has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan AFL-CIO.
He is running against Republican Leslie Shannon.
Yousef Rabhi is the best choice in this race.
Comisión del Condado de Washtenaw County, District 9
Katie Scott is a Democrat running for her fourth term on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. A registered nurse working in ICU, Scott previously served as vice president of the Michigan Nurses Association. Scott is dedicated to supporting union labor and public health initiatives to reduce inequities in Washtenaw County.
Scott has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan AFL-CIO.
Scott is running against Republican Lori Miner, who wrote a letter to the editor in support of the police officer responsible for the killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.
Katie Scott is the best choice in this race.
Katie Scott is a Democrat running for her fourth term on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. A registered nurse working in ICU, Scott previously served as vice president of the Michigan Nurses Association. Scott is dedicated to supporting union labor and public health initiatives to reduce inequities in Washtenaw County.
Scott has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan AFL-CIO.
Scott is running against Republican Lori Miner, who wrote a letter to the editor in support of the police officer responsible for the killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.
Katie Scott is the best choice in this race.
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