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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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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
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
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
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
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
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
Supreme Court
State Supreme Court candidates are located on the nonpartisan section of your ballot.
Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for grabs this year, and we recommend incumbent Justice Richard Bernstein and newcomer Kyra Harris Bolden.
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
7th Congressional District
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
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
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
State Senate
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State Senate races on your ballot.
Senator, 21st District
Sarah Anthony is a Democrat running for her first term in the Michigan State Senate. Anthony is currently serving her second term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Before Anthony was a representative, she was elected to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners serving as the chair of the Democratic Caucus, the Finance Committee, and vice chair of the board. Currently she serves as the Democratic Caucus Chair in the House, and served as a member of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus, Michigan Legislative Black Caucus, Progressive Women's Caucus, and the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus.
Sarah Anthony’s priorities include committing to fixing our crumbling infrastructure, investing in early childhood education and funding our public schools, and ensuring Michiganders have accessible and affordable health care. Anthony also believes in growing our middle class and increasing the minimum wage, cleaning up our environment, promoting common sense gun reform, and protecting workers’ rights and standing firmly behind unions.
Anthony is endorsed by five of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, and Michigan Education Association.
Anthony is running against Republican Nkenge Ayanna Robertson.
Anthony is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votesarahanthony.com/
Sarah Anthony is a Democrat running for her first term in the Michigan State Senate. Anthony is currently serving her second term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Before Anthony was a representative, she was elected to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners serving as the chair of the Democratic Caucus, the Finance Committee, and vice chair of the board. Currently she serves as the Democratic Caucus Chair in the House, and served as a member of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus, Michigan Legislative Black Caucus, Progressive Women's Caucus, and the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus.
Sarah Anthony’s priorities include committing to fixing our crumbling infrastructure, investing in early childhood education and funding our public schools, and ensuring Michiganders have accessible and affordable health care. Anthony also believes in growing our middle class and increasing the minimum wage, cleaning up our environment, promoting common sense gun reform, and protecting workers’ rights and standing firmly behind unions.
Anthony is endorsed by five of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, and Michigan Education Association.
Anthony is running against Republican Nkenge Ayanna Robertson.
Anthony is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votesarahanthony.com/
Sarah Anthony is a Democrat running for her first term in the Michigan State Senate. Anthony is currently serving her second term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Before Anthony was a representative, she was elected to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners serving as the chair of the Democratic Caucus, the Finance Committee, and vice chair of the board. Currently she serves as the Democratic Caucus Chair in the House, and served as a member of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus, Michigan Legislative Black Caucus, Progressive Women's Caucus, and the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus.
Sarah Anthony’s priorities include committing to fixing our crumbling infrastructure, investing in early childhood education and funding our public schools, and ensuring Michiganders have accessible and affordable health care. Anthony also believes in growing our middle class and increasing the minimum wage, cleaning up our environment, promoting common sense gun reform, and protecting workers’ rights and standing firmly behind unions.
Anthony is endorsed by five of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, and Michigan Education Association.
Anthony is running against Republican Nkenge Ayanna Robertson.
Anthony is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votesarahanthony.com/
Senator, 28th District
Sam Singh is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 28th District. He previously served as a state representative for the 69th House District and as mayor of East Lansing.
Singh is committed to public service and committed to preserving and defending the American Dream. Throughout his career he’s been a staunch supporter of union and worker rights, investments in public education, and civil rights. He has been a champion on issues facing working families, K-12 education, veterans, and climate change.
Singh is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Singh is running against Republican Daylen Howard. Howard is anti-reproductive rights and holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns.
Sam Singh is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votesamsingh.com/
Sam Singh is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 28th District. He previously served as a state representative for the 69th House District and as mayor of East Lansing.
Singh is committed to public service and committed to preserving and defending the American Dream. Throughout his career he’s been a staunch supporter of union and worker rights, investments in public education, and civil rights. He has been a champion on issues facing working families, K-12 education, veterans, and climate change.
Singh is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Singh is running against Republican Daylen Howard. Howard is anti-reproductive rights and holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns.
Sam Singh is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votesamsingh.com/
Sam Singh is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 28th District. He previously served as a state representative for the 69th House District and as mayor of East Lansing.
Singh is committed to public service and committed to preserving and defending the American Dream. Throughout his career he’s been a staunch supporter of union and worker rights, investments in public education, and civil rights. He has been a champion on issues facing working families, K-12 education, veterans, and climate change.
Singh is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Singh is running against Republican Daylen Howard. Howard is anti-reproductive rights and holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns.
Sam Singh is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votesamsingh.com/
State House
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State House races on your ballot.
Representative, 73rd District
Julie Brixie is an incumbent Democrat running for her third term in the Michigan House of Representatives in the 73rd District. Before serving as a representative, Brixie served on the Meridian Township Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning and was elected to the Meridian Township Board where she served for 18 years.
Brixie’s priorities include protecting our Great Lakes and shutting down Line 5, fully funding our public schools and making college more affordable, and fighting to make sure that common sense gun laws pass in Michigan. Brixie is also passionate about making sure that marginalized communities are recognized and safe, and securing a Medicare for All system in Michigan to make sure everyone has access to safe, affordable, and comprehensive health care.
Brixie is endorsed by seven of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Brixie is running against Republican Norm Shinkle, who sought to not certify the 2020 election as a member of the Board of State Canvassers. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Julie Brixie is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: http://www.juliebrixie.com/
Julie Brixie is an incumbent Democrat running for her third term in the Michigan House of Representatives in the 73rd District. Before serving as a representative, Brixie served on the Meridian Township Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning and was elected to the Meridian Township Board where she served for 18 years.
Brixie’s priorities include protecting our Great Lakes and shutting down Line 5, fully funding our public schools and making college more affordable, and fighting to make sure that common sense gun laws pass in Michigan. Brixie is also passionate about making sure that marginalized communities are recognized and safe, and securing a Medicare for All system in Michigan to make sure everyone has access to safe, affordable, and comprehensive health care.
Brixie is endorsed by seven of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Brixie is running against Republican Norm Shinkle, who sought to not certify the 2020 election as a member of the Board of State Canvassers. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Julie Brixie is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: http://www.juliebrixie.com/
Julie Brixie is an incumbent Democrat running for her third term in the Michigan House of Representatives in the 73rd District. Before serving as a representative, Brixie served on the Meridian Township Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning and was elected to the Meridian Township Board where she served for 18 years.
Brixie’s priorities include protecting our Great Lakes and shutting down Line 5, fully funding our public schools and making college more affordable, and fighting to make sure that common sense gun laws pass in Michigan. Brixie is also passionate about making sure that marginalized communities are recognized and safe, and securing a Medicare for All system in Michigan to make sure everyone has access to safe, affordable, and comprehensive health care.
Brixie is endorsed by seven of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Brixie is running against Republican Norm Shinkle, who sought to not certify the 2020 election as a member of the Board of State Canvassers. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Julie Brixie is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: http://www.juliebrixie.com/
Representative, 75th District
Penelope Tsernoglou is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 75th District. She has a law degree from Michigan State University and has worked as a victims advocate for survivors of sexual violence, a defense attorney, and an Ingham County commissioner, where she served three terms. She is also active with many community organizations.
Tsernoglou’s priorities include everything from infrastructure and public education to fighting extremism and working for criminal justice reform. Tsernoglou will work to protect the environment and hold polluters accountable, address the teacher shortage and increase funding to public schools, and ensure Michiganders have access to paid sick and family leave. She will support rural Michiganders by advocating to expand both health care and broadband into rural areas. She will fight to protect access to abortion, implement criminal justice reforms, protect the LGBTQ community, and curb right-wing extremism.
Tsernoglou is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Tsernoglou is running against Republican Chris Stewart. Stewart is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Penelope Tsernoglou is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votepenelope.com
Penelope Tsernoglou is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 75th District. She has a law degree from Michigan State University and has worked as a victims advocate for survivors of sexual violence, a defense attorney, and an Ingham County commissioner, where she served three terms. She is also active with many community organizations.
Tsernoglou’s priorities include everything from infrastructure and public education to fighting extremism and working for criminal justice reform. Tsernoglou will work to protect the environment and hold polluters accountable, address the teacher shortage and increase funding to public schools, and ensure Michiganders have access to paid sick and family leave. She will support rural Michiganders by advocating to expand both health care and broadband into rural areas. She will fight to protect access to abortion, implement criminal justice reforms, protect the LGBTQ community, and curb right-wing extremism.
Tsernoglou is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Tsernoglou is running against Republican Chris Stewart. Stewart is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Penelope Tsernoglou is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votepenelope.com
Penelope Tsernoglou is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 75th District. She has a law degree from Michigan State University and has worked as a victims advocate for survivors of sexual violence, a defense attorney, and an Ingham County commissioner, where she served three terms. She is also active with many community organizations.
Tsernoglou’s priorities include everything from infrastructure and public education to fighting extremism and working for criminal justice reform. Tsernoglou will work to protect the environment and hold polluters accountable, address the teacher shortage and increase funding to public schools, and ensure Michiganders have access to paid sick and family leave. She will support rural Michiganders by advocating to expand both health care and broadband into rural areas. She will fight to protect access to abortion, implement criminal justice reforms, protect the LGBTQ community, and curb right-wing extremism.
Tsernoglou is endorsed by six of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Tsernoglou is running against Republican Chris Stewart. Stewart is anti-reproductive freedom and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Penelope Tsernoglou is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votepenelope.com
County Commission
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below county district races on your ballot.
Ingham County, District 1 County Commission
John Salyer is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He is running against Republican Randy Maiville, an incumbent running for his sixth term. Maiville is an engineer by training.
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 Sayler over Maiville based on the information we were able to find.
John Salyer is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He is running against Republican Randy Maiville, an incumbent running for his sixth term. Maiville is an engineer by training.
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 Sayler over Maiville based on the information we were able to find.
John Salyer is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He is running against Republican Randy Maiville, an incumbent running for his sixth term. Maiville is an engineer by training.
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 Sayler over Maiville based on the information we were able to find.
Ingham County, District 2 County Commission
Rita Vogel is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. She has served on the Mason City Council since 2016 and she also organizes local cultural events with The Creative Collective. If elected, she promises to work to address the opioid epidemic and support the community’s farmers.
Vogel is running against Karla Ruest, who is endorsed by anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan.
Rita Vogel is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.ritavogelforcountycommissioner.com/
Rita Vogel is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. She has served on the Mason City Council since 2016 and she also organizes local cultural events with The Creative Collective. If elected, she promises to work to address the opioid epidemic and support the community’s farmers.
Vogel is running against Karla Ruest, who is endorsed by anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan.
Rita Vogel is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.ritavogelforcountycommissioner.com/
Rita Vogel is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. She has served on the Mason City Council since 2016 and she also organizes local cultural events with The Creative Collective. If elected, she promises to work to address the opioid epidemic and support the community’s farmers.
Vogel is running against Karla Ruest, who is endorsed by anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan.
Rita Vogel is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.ritavogelforcountycommissioner.com/
Ingham County, District 3 County Commission
Chris Trubac is a Democrat running for his third term on the Ingham County Commission. In only his first term, he was chosen to chair the Commission’s Human Services Committee. He has worked as an aide to Register of Deeds Derrick Quinney and State Representatives Marilyn Lane and Kevin Coleman. Health, equity, and the environment are among his priorities. He is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Trubac is running against Republican Mike Severino.
Chris Trubac is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.christrubac.com/
Chris Trubac is a Democrat running for his third term on the Ingham County Commission. In only his first term, he was chosen to chair the Commission’s Human Services Committee. He has worked as an aide to Register of Deeds Derrick Quinney and State Representatives Marilyn Lane and Kevin Coleman. Health, equity, and the environment are among his priorities. He is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Trubac is running against Republican Mike Severino.
Chris Trubac is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.christrubac.com/
Chris Trubac is a Democrat running for his third term on the Ingham County Commission. In only his first term, he was chosen to chair the Commission’s Human Services Committee. He has worked as an aide to Register of Deeds Derrick Quinney and State Representatives Marilyn Lane and Kevin Coleman. Health, equity, and the environment are among his priorities. He is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Trubac is running against Republican Mike Severino.
Chris Trubac is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.christrubac.com/
Ingham County, District 4 County Commission
Todd Tennis is a Democrat running for his ninth term on the Ingham County Commission. He currently chairs the Human Services Committee for the County Commission. Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for unions, seniors, and the disabled. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO and local labor groups.
Tennis is running against Republican Jack C. Jordan, an attorney, who we found little information on.
Todd Tennis is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/toddntennis
Todd Tennis is a Democrat running for his ninth term on the Ingham County Commission. He currently chairs the Human Services Committee for the County Commission. Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for unions, seniors, and the disabled. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO and local labor groups.
Tennis is running against Republican Jack C. Jordan, an attorney, who we found little information on.
Todd Tennis is the best choice in this race.
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Todd Tennis is a Democrat running for his ninth term on the Ingham County Commission. He currently chairs the Human Services Committee for the County Commission. Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for unions, seniors, and the disabled. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO and local labor groups.
Tennis is running against Republican Jack C. Jordan, an attorney, who we found little information on.
Todd Tennis is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/toddntennis
Ingham County, District 5 County Commission
Myles Johnson is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He grew up in a single-parent household and became the first in his family to graduate from college, and is running for office to give people in Lansing’s Eastside a voice. Reproductive rights, food security, and entrepreneurship are among Johnson’s priorities. Johnson is endorsed by numerous local elected officials.
Johnson is running against Republican David Robinson.
Myles Johnson is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.electmyles.com/
Myles Johnson is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He grew up in a single-parent household and became the first in his family to graduate from college, and is running for office to give people in Lansing’s Eastside a voice. Reproductive rights, food security, and entrepreneurship are among Johnson’s priorities. Johnson is endorsed by numerous local elected officials.
Johnson is running against Republican David Robinson.
Myles Johnson is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.electmyles.com/
Myles Johnson is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He grew up in a single-parent household and became the first in his family to graduate from college, and is running for office to give people in Lansing’s Eastside a voice. Reproductive rights, food security, and entrepreneurship are among Johnson’s priorities. Johnson is endorsed by numerous local elected officials.
Johnson is running against Republican David Robinson.
Myles Johnson is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.electmyles.com/
Ingham County, District 6 County Commission
Victor Celentino is a Democrat running for his 12th term on the Ingham County Commission. A special education teacher for nearly 30 years, Celentino is a member of the Michigan Education Association. Celentino also served eight years as a Lansing Township Trustee. Celentino is running unopposed.
We cannot recommend Celentino because of his affiliation with the anti-choice Dems for Life and Right to Life Michigan. There is no progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votecelentino.com
Victor Celentino is a Democrat running for his 12th term on the Ingham County Commission. A special education teacher for nearly 30 years, Celentino is a member of the Michigan Education Association. Celentino also served eight years as a Lansing Township Trustee. Celentino is running unopposed.
We cannot recommend Celentino because of his affiliation with the anti-choice Dems for Life and Right to Life Michigan. There is no progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.votecelentino.com
Ingham County, District 7 County Commission
Thomas Morgan is a former Democratic Ingham County commissioner running in the new 6th district. Morgan is a former watchdog journalist. Standing up for working people and government transparency are among Morgan’s priorities. As an Ingham County commissioner, Morgan authored the resolution to declare a climate emergency and worked to declare racism as a public health crisis in the county. He is endorsed by education and labor organizations, including the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Morgan is running against Republican Jim Schmidt.
Morgan is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.thomasmorgan.org/
Thomas Morgan is a former Democratic Ingham County commissioner running in the new 6th district. Morgan is a former watchdog journalist. Standing up for working people and government transparency are among Morgan’s priorities. As an Ingham County commissioner, Morgan authored the resolution to declare a climate emergency and worked to declare racism as a public health crisis in the county. He is endorsed by education and labor organizations, including the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Morgan is running against Republican Jim Schmidt.
Morgan is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.thomasmorgan.org/
Thomas Morgan is a former Democratic Ingham County commissioner running in the new 6th district. Morgan is a former watchdog journalist. Standing up for working people and government transparency are among Morgan’s priorities. As an Ingham County commissioner, Morgan authored the resolution to declare a climate emergency and worked to declare racism as a public health crisis in the county. He is endorsed by education and labor organizations, including the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Morgan is running against Republican Jim Schmidt.
Morgan is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.thomasmorgan.org/
Ingham County, District 8 County Commission
Robert Orlando Peña is a Democrat running for his second term on the Ingham County Commission. He works as a civil engineer for the Michigan Department of Transportation and has advocated for improved bike transportation and food security countywide. He is a known progressive activist in his community. His personal interests include urban farming, being active in his church, and mission work.
Peña is running against Republican Evelyn Sue Davis.
Robert Orlando Peña is the more progressive choice in this race.
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Robert Orlando Peña is a Democrat running for his second term on the Ingham County Commission. He works as a civil engineer for the Michigan Department of Transportation and has advocated for improved bike transportation and food security countywide. He is a known progressive activist in his community. His personal interests include urban farming, being active in his church, and mission work.
Peña is running against Republican Evelyn Sue Davis.
Robert Orlando Peña is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/bobforcommissioner
Robert Orlando Peña is a Democrat running for his second term on the Ingham County Commission. He works as a civil engineer for the Michigan Department of Transportation and has advocated for improved bike transportation and food security countywide. He is a known progressive activist in his community. His personal interests include urban farming, being active in his church, and mission work.
Peña is running against Republican Evelyn Sue Davis.
Robert Orlando Peña is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/bobforcommissioner
Ingham County, District 9 County Commission
Ryan Sebolt is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Ingham County Commission. Sebolt served as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and for the AFL-CIO. He is endorsed by unions and progressive leaders across the county. He has a strong track record of standing up for progressive values. Sebolt advocated for American Rescue Plan funds to go towards public health programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is working to create a Housing Trust Fund and expand access to broadband internet.
Sebolt is running against Republican Terry L. Maag.
Ryan Sebolt is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: http://voteryansebolt.com/
Ryan Sebolt is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Ingham County Commission. Sebolt served as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and for the AFL-CIO. He is endorsed by unions and progressive leaders across the county. He has a strong track record of standing up for progressive values. Sebolt advocated for American Rescue Plan funds to go towards public health programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is working to create a Housing Trust Fund and expand access to broadband internet.
Sebolt is running against Republican Terry L. Maag.
Ryan Sebolt is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: http://voteryansebolt.com/
Ryan Sebolt is a Democrat running for his fourth term on the Ingham County Commission. Sebolt served as a staff member in the Michigan Legislature and for the AFL-CIO. He is endorsed by unions and progressive leaders across the county. He has a strong track record of standing up for progressive values. Sebolt advocated for American Rescue Plan funds to go towards public health programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is working to create a Housing Trust Fund and expand access to broadband internet.
Sebolt is running against Republican Terry L. Maag.
Ryan Sebolt is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: http://voteryansebolt.com/
Ingham County, District 10 County Commission
Gabrielle Lawrence is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. She is a lawyer and also serves as president of the Lansing School Board of Education. During her time on the Board of Education, she waived all library fees for students after an audit found students had limited access to books as a result of these fees, which was unanimously supported by the board.
Lawrence is running against Republican Scott Greenlee. Greenlee is a Republican political consultant and served as president of the organization that opposed the statewide marijuana legalization ballot initiative in 2018. Therefore, we cannot recommend Greenlee.
Lawrence is the more progressive choice in this race.
Gabrielle Lawrence is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. She is a lawyer and also serves as president of the Lansing School Board of Education. During her time on the Board of Education, she waived all library fees for students after an audit found students had limited access to books as a result of these fees, which was unanimously supported by the board.
Lawrence is running against Republican Scott Greenlee. Greenlee is a Republican political consultant and served as president of the organization that opposed the statewide marijuana legalization ballot initiative in 2018. Therefore, we cannot recommend Greenlee.
Lawrence is the more progressive choice in this race.
Gabrielle Lawrence is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. She is a lawyer and also serves as president of the Lansing School Board of Education. During her time on the Board of Education, she waived all library fees for students after an audit found students had limited access to books as a result of these fees, which was unanimously supported by the board.
Lawrence is running against Republican Scott Greenlee. Greenlee is a Republican political consultant and served as president of the organization that opposed the statewide marijuana legalization ballot initiative in 2018. Therefore, we cannot recommend Greenlee.
Lawrence is the more progressive choice in this race.
Ingham County, District 11 County Commission
Mark Grebner is a Democrat running for his 20th term on the Ingham County Commission. He is a nationally recognized political consultant and expert on election administration and the Freedom of Information Act.
Mark Grebner is running against Republican Virginia Werner.
Mark Grebner is the best choice in this race.
Mark Grebner is a Democrat running for his 20th term on the Ingham County Commission. He is a nationally recognized political consultant and expert on election administration and the Freedom of Information Act.
Mark Grebner is running against Republican Virginia Werner.
Mark Grebner is the best choice in this race.
Mark Grebner is a Democrat running for his 20th term on the Ingham County Commission. He is a nationally recognized political consultant and expert on election administration and the Freedom of Information Act.
Mark Grebner is running against Republican Virginia Werner.
Mark Grebner is the best choice in this race.
Ingham County, District 12 County Commission
Irene Cahill is a Democrat running for her first full term on the Ingham County Commission after being appointed in October 2021. Cahill works as a forestry supervisor for the city of Lansing and is active in her community. She is dedicated to improving workforce training services. Cahill is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Cahill is running against Republican Mark McKeel.
Cahill is the best choice in this race.
Irene Cahill is a Democrat running for her first full term on the Ingham County Commission after being appointed in October 2021. Cahill works as a forestry supervisor for the city of Lansing and is active in her community. She is dedicated to improving workforce training services. Cahill is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Cahill is running against Republican Mark McKeel.
Cahill is the best choice in this race.
Irene Cahill is a Democrat running for her first full term on the Ingham County Commission after being appointed in October 2021. Cahill works as a forestry supervisor for the city of Lansing and is active in her community. She is dedicated to improving workforce training services. Cahill is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Cahill is running against Republican Mark McKeel.
Cahill is the best choice in this race.
Ingham County, District 13 County Commission
Amy Salisbury is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. Before running for office, Salisbury was an environmental toxicologist with the state of Michigan for 13 years, and seeks to bring her science background to the Commission. Parks and environment, infrastructure, and mental health care are her top priorities if elected to office.
Salisbury is running against Republican incumbent Randy Schafer, who has served in his position since 1985. We do not recommend voting for Schafer given his endorsement of MAGA extremist Tom Barrett for Congress.
Amy Salisbury is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.amysalisbury.com/
Amy Salisbury is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. Before running for office, Salisbury was an environmental toxicologist with the state of Michigan for 13 years, and seeks to bring her science background to the Commission. Parks and environment, infrastructure, and mental health care are her top priorities if elected to office.
Salisbury is running against Republican incumbent Randy Schafer, who has served in his position since 1985. We do not recommend voting for Schafer given his endorsement of MAGA extremist Tom Barrett for Congress.
Amy Salisbury is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.amysalisbury.com/
Amy Salisbury is a Democrat running for her first term on the Ingham County Commission. Before running for office, Salisbury was an environmental toxicologist with the state of Michigan for 13 years, and seeks to bring her science background to the Commission. Parks and environment, infrastructure, and mental health care are her top priorities if elected to office.
Salisbury is running against Republican incumbent Randy Schafer, who has served in his position since 1985. We do not recommend voting for Schafer given his endorsement of MAGA extremist Tom Barrett for Congress.
Amy Salisbury is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.amysalisbury.com/
Ingham County, District 14 County Commission
Mark Polsdofer is a Democrat running for his third term on the Ingham County Commission. He currently works in the Michigan Department of Transportation. Throughout his career, he has worked for a number of elected officials, including former Gov. Jennifer Granholm. He is endorsed by local labor groups. He voted in favor of a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis and supports the Black Lives Matter movement.
Polsdofer is running against Republican Sam Frangie, who we could find little information on.
Mark Polsdofer is the more progressive choice in this race.
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Mark Polsdofer is a Democrat running for his third term on the Ingham County Commission. He currently works in the Michigan Department of Transportation. Throughout his career, he has worked for a number of elected officials, including former Gov. Jennifer Granholm. He is endorsed by local labor groups. He voted in favor of a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis and supports the Black Lives Matter movement.
Polsdofer is running against Republican Sam Frangie, who we could find little information on.
Mark Polsdofer is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/votemarkpolsdofer
Mark Polsdofer is a Democrat running for his third term on the Ingham County Commission. He currently works in the Michigan Department of Transportation. Throughout his career, he has worked for a number of elected officials, including former Gov. Jennifer Granholm. He is endorsed by local labor groups. He voted in favor of a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis and supports the Black Lives Matter movement.
Polsdofer is running against Republican Sam Frangie, who we could find little information on.
Mark Polsdofer is the more progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/votemarkpolsdofer
Ingham County, District 15 County Commission
Brooke Locke is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He works as a realtor in Williamston and is the former chair of the city’s zoning commission. Locke is a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights; additionally, expanding broadband access, improving parks and the environment, and creating affordable housing are among his priorities if elected. Locke is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and multiple local elected officials.
Locke is running against Republican Monica Schafer, who we cannot recommend voting for based on her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Brooke Locke is the more progressive choice in this race.
Brooke Locke is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He works as a realtor in Williamston and is the former chair of the city’s zoning commission. Locke is a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights; additionally, expanding broadband access, improving parks and the environment, and creating affordable housing are among his priorities if elected. Locke is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and multiple local elected officials.
Locke is running against Republican Monica Schafer, who we cannot recommend voting for based on her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Brooke Locke is the more progressive choice in this race.
Brooke Locke is a Democrat running for his first term on the Ingham County Commission. He works as a realtor in Williamston and is the former chair of the city’s zoning commission. Locke is a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights; additionally, expanding broadband access, improving parks and the environment, and creating affordable housing are among his priorities if elected. Locke is endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and multiple local elected officials.
Locke is running against Republican Monica Schafer, who we cannot recommend voting for based on her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Brooke Locke is the more progressive choice in this race.
Statewide Ballot Measures
Proposal 1 will change term limits for state legislators from three 2-year terms (6 years total) in the state House and two 4-year terms (8 years total) in the state Senate, to 12 combined years in the state Legislature. It will also require elected state legislative and state executive officials to file annual financial disclosure reports on their income, assets, liabilities, gifts from lobbyists, positions held in certain organizations, and agreements on future employment.
Vote YES on Proposal 1.
Proposal 1 will change term limits for state legislators from three 2-year terms (6 years total) in the state House and two 4-year terms (8 years total) in the state Senate, to 12 combined years in the state Legislature. It will also require elected state legislative and state executive officials to file annual financial disclosure reports on their income, assets, liabilities, gifts from lobbyists, positions held in certain organizations, and agreements on future employment.
Vote YES on Proposal 1.
Proposal 2 is a pro-voter initiative aimed at increasing access to the ballot and ensuring transparency in our elections. The proposal will ensure voters can vote free from harassment, intimidation, and interference by enshrining a fundamental right to vote in the Michigan Constitution. This proposal will also modernize Michigan’s elections by creating nine days of in-person early voting; allowing voters to request an absentee ballot for all future elections; providing state funding for secure ballot drop boxes, postage for absentee ballots and absentee ballot tracking; counting ballots from military and overseas voters that are postmarked by Election Day and received within six days; requiring audits to be conducted in public by local election officials; and ensuring that the outcome of Michigan elections are determined solely by the votes cast.
Vote YES on Proposal 2.
Proposal 2 is a pro-voter initiative aimed at increasing access to the ballot and ensuring transparency in our elections. The proposal will ensure voters can vote free from harassment, intimidation, and interference by enshrining a fundamental right to vote in the Michigan Constitution. This proposal will also modernize Michigan’s elections by creating nine days of in-person early voting; allowing voters to request an absentee ballot for all future elections; providing state funding for secure ballot drop boxes, postage for absentee ballots and absentee ballot tracking; counting ballots from military and overseas voters that are postmarked by Election Day and received within six days; requiring audits to be conducted in public by local election officials; and ensuring that the outcome of Michigan elections are determined solely by the votes cast.
Vote YES on Proposal 2.
Proposal 3 will ensure every individual’s right to reproductive freedom, including the right to make their own decisions about birth control, abortion, pregnancy, childbirth, prenatal care, and postpartum care is protected by enshrining these rights into the Michigan Constitution. It will also ensure no one can be punished for having a miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion and protects healthcare providers who assist with reproductive health care procedures.
Vote YES on Proposal 3.
Proposal 3 will ensure every individual’s right to reproductive freedom, including the right to make their own decisions about birth control, abortion, pregnancy, childbirth, prenatal care, and postpartum care is protected by enshrining these rights into the Michigan Constitution. It will also ensure no one can be punished for having a miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion and protects healthcare providers who assist with reproductive health care procedures.
Vote YES on Proposal 3.
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