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The Michigan Progressive Voters Guide compiles the information that allows you to make informed decisions about races on your ballot, based on your values. 

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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 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 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

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/

5th Congressional District

Bart Goldberg is an experienced legal professional running as the Democratic candidate to represent the 5th Congressional District. After graduating law school, Goldberg started his own law practice rather than joining a firm in order to provide affordable help to people in his community.

Much of Goldberg’s policy platform focuses on leveling the playing field for working people and ensuring the economy is strong. He is firmly in favor of abortion rights and supports policies to prevent discrimination against marginalized communities. Goldberg also plans to make standing up for Michigan farmers a priority.

Goldberg is endorsed by two of our partners: American Federation of Teachers Michigan and Michigan Education Association.

Goldberg’s opponent is Rep. Tim Walberg, a right-wing Republican Congressman. Rep. Walberg is anti-reproductive rights, holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, and consistently voted to support Trump’s agenda. Walberg is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Bart Goldberg is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more:

https://www.bart4mi.com

Bart Goldberg is an experienced legal professional running as the Democratic candidate to represent the 5th Congressional District. After graduating law school, Goldberg started his own law practice rather than joining a firm in order to provide affordable help to people in his community.

Much of Goldberg’s policy platform focuses on leveling the playing field for working people and ensuring the economy is strong. He is firmly in favor of abortion rights and supports policies to prevent discrimination against marginalized communities. Goldberg also plans to make standing up for Michigan farmers a priority.

Goldberg is endorsed by two of our partners: American Federation of Teachers Michigan and Michigan Education Association.

Goldberg’s opponent is Rep. Tim Walberg, a right-wing Republican Congressman. Rep. Walberg is anti-reproductive rights, holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, and consistently voted to support Trump’s agenda. Walberg is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Bart Goldberg is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more:

https://www.bart4mi.com

State Senate

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

Senator, 4th District

Darrin Camilleri is a current representative in the Michigan House of Representatives in the 23rd District, and is running for Michigan State Senate. He is currently the minority whip for the House Democrats and the minority vice chair in the House Education Committee. Camilleri was named Progress Michigan’s Legislator of the Year in 2017.

Camilleri’s priorities include increasing wages, creating a fairer tax system, and securing pensions for seniors. He’s also fighting to fully fund our classrooms, working to find a solution to fix our roads and bridges, and pushing policies to keep our air and water clean.

Camilleri 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.

Camilleri is running against Republican Houston James. James is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Darrin Camilleri is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://darrincamilleri.com/

Darrin Camilleri is a current representative in the Michigan House of Representatives in the 23rd District, and is running for Michigan State Senate. He is currently the minority whip for the House Democrats and the minority vice chair in the House Education Committee. Camilleri was named Progress Michigan’s Legislator of the Year in 2017.

Camilleri’s priorities include increasing wages, creating a fairer tax system, and securing pensions for seniors. He’s also fighting to fully fund our classrooms, working to find a solution to fix our roads and bridges, and pushing policies to keep our air and water clean.

Camilleri 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.

Camilleri is running against Republican Houston James. James is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

Darrin Camilleri is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://darrincamilleri.com/

Senator, 16th District

Katybeth Davis is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 16th District. Davis has been a human rights activist for several years and is a member of the Monroe County Democratic Party, Good Trouble Monroe, Monroe NAACP, and Custer Elementary PTO. She also worked as a daycare administrator.

Davis’ priorities include comprehensive criminal justice reform, common sense gun violence prevention measures, expunge marijuana-related criminal convictions, and protecting reproductive rights. She supports increases in wages for teachers, will fight to hold corporate polluters accountable, address climate change, increase access to medical care and mental health services for veterans, and believes in ensuring LGBTQ rights.

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

Davis is running against Republican Joseph Bellino Jr. Bellino is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Katybeth Davis is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

Katybeth Davis is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 16th District. Davis has been a human rights activist for several years and is a member of the Monroe County Democratic Party, Good Trouble Monroe, Monroe NAACP, and Custer Elementary PTO. She also worked as a daycare administrator.

Davis’ priorities include comprehensive criminal justice reform, common sense gun violence prevention measures, expunge marijuana-related criminal convictions, and protecting reproductive rights. She supports increases in wages for teachers, will fight to hold corporate polluters accountable, address climate change, increase access to medical care and mental health services for veterans, and believes in ensuring LGBTQ rights.

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

Davis is running against Republican Joseph Bellino Jr. Bellino is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.

Katybeth Davis is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

State House

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

Representative, 29th District

Alex Garza is an incumbent Democrat seeking re-election for his third term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Before being elected to the House, Garza was a legislative aide to former state representative, now Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. Garza also worked as a legislative assistant at the Detroit Service Center, then director of constituent relations for Rep. Stephanie Chang, and in 2013 was elected to the Taylor City Council. When he was re-elected in 2017 he became the city council chairman. He became a state representative after winning election in 2018.

Garza’s priorities include expanding health care coverage and capping prescription drug costs, repealing right-to-work legislation, lowering auto insurance rates and securing local road funding to fix broken infrastructure, ensuring our seniors are taken care of and comfortable in retirement by repealing the senior pension tax and investing more in programs for seniors, and keeping public money out of the hands of for-profit charter schools.

Garza is endorsed by eight of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Garza is running against Republican James DeSana. DeSana is anti-reproductive rights and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan. He holds irresponsible views on guns and is endorsed by the right-wing group Michigan Trump Republicans.

Alex Garza is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

Alex Garza is an incumbent Democrat seeking re-election for his third term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Before being elected to the House, Garza was a legislative aide to former state representative, now Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. Garza also worked as a legislative assistant at the Detroit Service Center, then director of constituent relations for Rep. Stephanie Chang, and in 2013 was elected to the Taylor City Council. When he was re-elected in 2017 he became the city council chairman. He became a state representative after winning election in 2018.

Garza’s priorities include expanding health care coverage and capping prescription drug costs, repealing right-to-work legislation, lowering auto insurance rates and securing local road funding to fix broken infrastructure, ensuring our seniors are taken care of and comfortable in retirement by repealing the senior pension tax and investing more in programs for seniors, and keeping public money out of the hands of for-profit charter schools.

Garza is endorsed by eight of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, Michigan AFL-CIO, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter, Clean Water Action, Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.

Garza is running against Republican James DeSana. DeSana is anti-reproductive rights and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan. He holds irresponsible views on guns and is endorsed by the right-wing group Michigan Trump Republicans.

Alex Garza is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

Representative, 31st District

Reggie Miller is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 31st District. Miller was raised by a single mother after her father passed away and has been working since her first job as a babysitter at nine years-old. She has a history of public service and community volunteer work, and has served as a Van Buren Township Trustee since 2012.

Miller’s priorities include fighting for Michigan families by working towards statewide paid family leave, supporting collecting bargaining rights, and ensuring equal treatment for all Michiganders under the law. Miller will work to increase public school funding, fight for universal PreK, and expand mental health services for Michigan’s children. She will also work to increase mental health support for veterans and first responders, lower prescription drug costs, expand support for opioid addiction, protect our water and air, and expand high speed internet access in rural communities. Miller will also fight to protect abortion access in Michigan.

Miller 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.

Miller is running against Republican Dale Biniecki. Biniecki is anti-reproductive rights and has been endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan. He has also been endorsed by the DeVos-backed organizations Great Lakes Education Project and the Michigan Freedom Network.

Reggie Miller is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

Reggie Miller is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 31st District. Miller was raised by a single mother after her father passed away and has been working since her first job as a babysitter at nine years-old. She has a history of public service and community volunteer work, and has served as a Van Buren Township Trustee since 2012.

Miller’s priorities include fighting for Michigan families by working towards statewide paid family leave, supporting collecting bargaining rights, and ensuring equal treatment for all Michiganders under the law. Miller will work to increase public school funding, fight for universal PreK, and expand mental health services for Michigan’s children. She will also work to increase mental health support for veterans and first responders, lower prescription drug costs, expand support for opioid addiction, protect our water and air, and expand high speed internet access in rural communities. Miller will also fight to protect abortion access in Michigan.

Miller 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.

Miller is running against Republican Dale Biniecki. Biniecki is anti-reproductive rights and has been endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life of Michigan. He has also been endorsed by the DeVos-backed organizations Great Lakes Education Project and the Michigan Freedom Network.

Reggie Miller is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

County Commission

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

Wayne County, District 1 County Commission

Tim Killeen is a Democrat running for his ninth term on the Wayne County Commission. He has managed a cooperative grocery store and has served on the boards of the Michigan Sierra Club and Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority. Health care and the environment are among his major priorities as a commissioner.

Killeen is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.

Killeen is running against Republican John Barry Anderson.

Tim Killeen is the best choice in this race.

Tim Killeen is a Democrat running for his ninth term on the Wayne County Commission. He has managed a cooperative grocery store and has served on the boards of the Michigan Sierra Club and Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority. Health care and the environment are among his major priorities as a commissioner.

Killeen is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.

Killeen is running against Republican John Barry Anderson.

Tim Killeen is the best choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 2 County Commission

Jonathan Kinloch is a Democrat running for his first full term on the Wayne County Commission after being appointed in 2021 to fill the vacancy held by the late Jewel C. Ware.

Kinloch serves as chairman of the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority and on the Detroit Board of Water Commissioners. Additionally, he served on the Wayne County Board of Canvassers, and resisted the Republican-led effort to decertify the county’s election results. Kinloch previously worked for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration as her southeast Michigan community liaison. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Kinloch is running unopposed and is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://jonathankinloch.com/

Jonathan Kinloch is a Democrat running for his first full term on the Wayne County Commission after being appointed in 2021 to fill the vacancy held by the late Jewel C. Ware.

Kinloch serves as chairman of the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority and on the Detroit Board of Water Commissioners. Additionally, he served on the Wayne County Board of Canvassers, and resisted the Republican-led effort to decertify the county’s election results. Kinloch previously worked for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration as her southeast Michigan community liaison. He is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Kinloch is running unopposed and is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://jonathankinloch.com/

Wayne County, District 3 County Commission

Martha Scott is a Democrat running for her eighth term on the Wayne County Commission. She became a county commissioner in 1977 and served for two years. In 1988, she became mayor of Highland Park, making her the first African-American woman to serve as mayor of a Michigan city. She served 16 years in the Michigan Legislature, where she developed a progressive reputation and voting record.

Affordable insurance, public school funding, and protecting the vulnerable are major priorities for Commissioner Scott.

Scott is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Scott is running unopposed and is the most progressive choice in this race.

Martha Scott is a Democrat running for her eighth term on the Wayne County Commission. She became a county commissioner in 1977 and served for two years. In 1988, she became mayor of Highland Park, making her the first African-American woman to serve as mayor of a Michigan city. She served 16 years in the Michigan Legislature, where she developed a progressive reputation and voting record.

Affordable insurance, public school funding, and protecting the vulnerable are major priorities for Commissioner Scott.

Scott is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Scott is running unopposed and is the most progressive choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 4 County Commission

Cara Clemente is a Democrat running for her first term on the Wayne County Commission. She previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives. Clemente is endorsed by local labor organizations. She is running against Libertarian Loel Gnadt, who we could find little information about.

Cara Clemente is the most progressive choice in this race.

Cara Clemente is a Democrat running for her first term on the Wayne County Commission. She previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives. Clemente is endorsed by local labor organizations. She is running against Libertarian Loel Gnadt, who we could find little information about.

Cara Clemente is the most progressive choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 5 County Commission

Irma Clark-Coleman is a Democrat running for her seventh term on the Wayne County Commission. She chairs the Committee on Public Safety, Judiciary and Homeland Security for the County Commission. She served 12 years in the Michigan Legislature, where she developed a progressive reputation and voting record. A longtime Wayne County Road Commission employee, she also served on the Detroit Public Schools Board of Education.

She is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Clark-Coleman is running unopposed and is the most progressive choice in this race.

Irma Clark-Coleman is a Democrat running for her seventh term on the Wayne County Commission. She chairs the Committee on Public Safety, Judiciary and Homeland Security for the County Commission. She served 12 years in the Michigan Legislature, where she developed a progressive reputation and voting record. A longtime Wayne County Road Commission employee, she also served on the Detroit Public Schools Board of Education.

She is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Clark-Coleman is running unopposed and is the most progressive choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 6 County Commission

Monique Baker McCormick is a Democrat running for her third term on the Wayne County Commission. She is an Army veteran and real estate broker who has a MBA degree. Workers’ rights, neighborhood economic development, education, and the environment are among her priorities. Thanks in part to her efforts, the City of Detroit is making voting easier by adding several new ballot drop boxes throughout the city. She has also been a strong advocate for civic engagement among youth and through anti-littering campaigns.

She is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

McCormick is running against Republican Celeste Mentag.

Monique Baker McCormick is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://d6together.com/

Monique Baker McCormick is a Democrat running for her third term on the Wayne County Commission. She is an Army veteran and real estate broker who has a MBA degree. Workers’ rights, neighborhood economic development, education, and the environment are among her priorities. Thanks in part to her efforts, the City of Detroit is making voting easier by adding several new ballot drop boxes throughout the city. She has also been a strong advocate for civic engagement among youth and through anti-littering campaigns.

She is endorsed by the Michigan AFL-CIO.

McCormick is running against Republican Celeste Mentag.

Monique Baker McCormick is the most progressive choice in this race.

Learn more: https://d6together.com/

Wayne County, District 7 County Commission

Alisha Bell is a Democrat running for her 11th term on the Wayne County Commission. She is the current chair of the Commission and has been recognized nationally for her leadership. Health care and criminal justice reform are among her priorities.

She is endorsed by the United Auto Workers and the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Bell is running unopposed and is the most progressive choice in this race.

Alisha Bell is a Democrat running for her 11th term on the Wayne County Commission. She is the current chair of the Commission and has been recognized nationally for her leadership. Health care and criminal justice reform are among her priorities.

She is endorsed by the United Auto Workers and the Michigan AFL-CIO.

Bell is running unopposed and is the most progressive choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 8 County Commission

David Knezek is a Democrat running for his third term on the Wayne County Commission. A Marine veteran, Knezek has also served in the Michigan Legislature and on the staff of Attorney General Dana Nessel and Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

He is endorsed by the Michigan Education Association.

Knezek is running against Republican WIlliam Collop, Jr.

Daid Knezek is the most progressive choice in this race.

David Knezek is a Democrat running for his third term on the Wayne County Commission. A Marine veteran, Knezek has also served in the Michigan Legislature and on the staff of Attorney General Dana Nessel and Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

He is endorsed by the Michigan Education Association.

Knezek is running against Republican WIlliam Collop, Jr.

Daid Knezek is the most progressive choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 9 County Commission

Terry Marecki is a Republican running unopposed for her fifth term on the Wayne County Commission. She is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

There is no progressive choice in this race.

Terry Marecki is a Republican running unopposed for her fifth term on the Wayne County Commission. She is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.

There is no progressive choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 10 County Commission

Melissa Daub is a Democrat running for her third term on the Wayne County Commission. She is an accountant and volunteers with her son’s Cub Scout pack and Parent Teacher Association. Her platform includes transparency, accountability, supporting unions, and fixing roads.

Daub is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

Daub is running against Republican Michael Brackney.

Melissa Daub is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

Melissa Daub is a Democrat running for her third term on the Wayne County Commission. She is an accountant and volunteers with her son’s Cub Scout pack and Parent Teacher Association. Her platform includes transparency, accountability, supporting unions, and fixing roads.

Daub is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.

Daub is running against Republican Michael Brackney.

Melissa Daub is the most progressive choice in this race.

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

Wayne County, District 11 County Commission

Al Haidous is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Wayne County Commission. He chairs the Committee on Economic Development for the commission. He has served on a number of boards relating to transit, sanitation, community development, and intergovernmental cooperation. He served more than a decade as Mayor of Wayne and owned a market with his wife.

He is endorsed by the UAW.

Haidous is running against Republican Corey James Blue.

Al Haidous is the best choice in this race.

Al Haidous is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Wayne County Commission. He chairs the Committee on Economic Development for the commission. He has served on a number of boards relating to transit, sanitation, community development, and intergovernmental cooperation. He served more than a decade as Mayor of Wayne and owned a market with his wife.

He is endorsed by the UAW.

Haidous is running against Republican Corey James Blue.

Al Haidous is the best choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 12 County Commission

Glenn Anderson is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Wayne County Commission. He previously served 14 years in the Michigan Legislature and nine years on the Westland City Council, earning a progressive reputation and voting record. A real estate agent and former auto worker, he is a proud member of the UAW.

Anderson is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.

Anderson is running against Republican William J. Collop.

Glenn Anderson is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/glenn.s.anderson/

Glenn Anderson is a Democrat running for his fifth term on the Wayne County Commission. He previously served 14 years in the Michigan Legislature and nine years on the Westland City Council, earning a progressive reputation and voting record. A real estate agent and former auto worker, he is a proud member of the UAW.

Anderson is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.

Anderson is running against Republican William J. Collop.

Glenn Anderson is the best choice in this race.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/glenn.s.anderson/

Wayne County, District 13 County Commission

Sam Baydoun is a Democrat running for his third term on the Wayne County Commission. He immigrated to the United States from Lebanon in 1978. Since then, he has developed a very successful real estate career. He is endorsed by the United Auto Workers.

Baydoun is running against Republican Ann F. Clark.

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 Baydoun over Clark based on the information we were able to find.


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

Sam Baydoun is a Democrat running for his third term on the Wayne County Commission. He immigrated to the United States from Lebanon in 1978. Since then, he has developed a very successful real estate career. He is endorsed by the United Auto Workers.

Baydoun is running against Republican Ann F. Clark.

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 Baydoun over Clark based on the information we were able to find.


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

Wayne County, District 14 County Commission

Raymond Basham is a Democrat running for his seventh term on the Wayne County Commission. He chairs the Committee on Audit for the County Commission. He has also served as a police officer, constable, Taylor City Council member, state representative, and state senator. An Air Force veteran, he also worked at Ford Motor Company for 28 years, where he was a proud member of the UAW.

Basham is running against Republican Ashleigh Bielecki-Gamalski.

Raymond Basham is the best choice in this race.

Raymond Basham is a Democrat running for his seventh term on the Wayne County Commission. He chairs the Committee on Audit for the County Commission. He has also served as a police officer, constable, Taylor City Council member, state representative, and state senator. An Air Force veteran, he also worked at Ford Motor Company for 28 years, where he was a proud member of the UAW.

Basham is running against Republican Ashleigh Bielecki-Gamalski.

Raymond Basham is the best choice in this race.

Wayne County, District 15 County Commission

Joseph Palamara is a Democrat running for his 13th term on the Wayne County Commission. He currently serves as Vice Chair of the Commission. He has also been a state representative, attorney, and guest lecturer over the years. He is endorsed by the UAW.

Palamara is running against Republican Craig Bielecki.

Due to the problematic nature of Palamara’s work as a lobbyist while holding public office, we cannot recommend him. There is no progressive choice in this race.

Joseph Palamara is a Democrat running for his 13th term on the Wayne County Commission. He currently serves as Vice Chair of the Commission. He has also been a state representative, attorney, and guest lecturer over the years. He is endorsed by the UAW.

Palamara is running against Republican Craig Bielecki.

Due to the problematic nature of Palamara’s work as a lobbyist while holding public office, we cannot recommend him. There is no progressive choice in this race.

Statewide Ballot Measures

VOTE YES

Vote YES for Legislative Term Limits and Financial Disclosure

Proposal 1 will change term limits for state legislators from three 2-year terms (6 years total) in the state House and two 4-year terms (8 years total) in the state Senate, to 12 combined years in the state Legislature. It will also require elected state legislative and state executive officials to file annual financial disclosure reports on their income, assets, liabilities, gifts from lobbyists, positions held in certain organizations, and agreements on future employment.

Vote YES on Proposal 1.

Proposal 1 will change term limits for state legislators from three 2-year terms (6 years total) in the state House and two 4-year terms (8 years total) in the state Senate, to 12 combined years in the state Legislature. It will also require elected state legislative and state executive officials to file annual financial disclosure reports on their income, assets, liabilities, gifts from lobbyists, positions held in certain organizations, and agreements on future employment.

Vote YES on Proposal 1.

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Vote YES to Promote the Vote 2022

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.

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Vote YES for Reproductive Freedom for All

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.