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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/
2nd Congressional District
Jerry Hilliard is the Democratic candidate running in the 2nd Congressional District. Hilliard holds a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Michigan. He has been an educator for both high school and college students.
Hilliard’s policy platform includes protecting abortion access, shutting down Enbridge’s dangerous Line 5 oil pipeline, and building an economy that works for all, not just the wealthy. He supports universal healthcare and affordable education for all and believes in creating new policies so that everyone, regardless of race, gender identity, or sexual orientation, has the same civil rights and is treated equitably under the law.
Hilliard is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Hilliard’s opponent is Rep. John Moolenaar, a far-right Republican who consistently supported the Trump agenda. Rep. Moolenaar holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, supports restricting voting rights, and is anti-reproductive rights. Moolenaar is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Jerry Hilliard is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://jerryhilliard.com/
Jerry Hilliard is the Democratic candidate running in the 2nd Congressional District. Hilliard holds a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Michigan. He has been an educator for both high school and college students.
Hilliard’s policy platform includes protecting abortion access, shutting down Enbridge’s dangerous Line 5 oil pipeline, and building an economy that works for all, not just the wealthy. He supports universal healthcare and affordable education for all and believes in creating new policies so that everyone, regardless of race, gender identity, or sexual orientation, has the same civil rights and is treated equitably under the law.
Hilliard is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Hilliard’s opponent is Rep. John Moolenaar, a far-right Republican who consistently supported the Trump agenda. Rep. Moolenaar holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, supports restricting voting rights, and is anti-reproductive rights. Moolenaar is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Jerry Hilliard is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://jerryhilliard.com/
Jerry Hilliard is the Democratic candidate running in the 2nd Congressional District. Hilliard holds a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Michigan. He has been an educator for both high school and college students.
Hilliard’s policy platform includes protecting abortion access, shutting down Enbridge’s dangerous Line 5 oil pipeline, and building an economy that works for all, not just the wealthy. He supports universal healthcare and affordable education for all and believes in creating new policies so that everyone, regardless of race, gender identity, or sexual orientation, has the same civil rights and is treated equitably under the law.
Hilliard is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Hilliard’s opponent is Rep. John Moolenaar, a far-right Republican who consistently supported the Trump agenda. Rep. Moolenaar holds irresponsible right-wing views on guns, supports restricting voting rights, and is anti-reproductive rights. Moolenaar is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Jerry Hilliard is the progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://jerryhilliard.com/
Senator, 33rd District
Mark Bignell is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 33rd District. Bignell has a Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University.
Bignell’s priorities include fighting for an economy that works for everyone, supporting small family farms, expanding labor and career training, and protecting workers rights. He supports campaign finance reform, fully funding Michigan’s public schools, improving Michigan’s infrastructure, and increasing funding for mental health programs. He also supports clean energy policies, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.
Bignell is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Mark Bignell is running against Republican Rick Outman. Outman is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Mark Bignell is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.bigmarkforsenate.com/
Mark Bignell is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 33rd District. Bignell has a Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University.
Bignell’s priorities include fighting for an economy that works for everyone, supporting small family farms, expanding labor and career training, and protecting workers rights. He supports campaign finance reform, fully funding Michigan’s public schools, improving Michigan’s infrastructure, and increasing funding for mental health programs. He also supports clean energy policies, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.
Bignell is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Mark Bignell is running against Republican Rick Outman. Outman is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Mark Bignell is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.bigmarkforsenate.com/
Mark Bignell is a Democrat running for the Michigan State Senate for the 33rd District. Bignell has a Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University.
Bignell’s priorities include fighting for an economy that works for everyone, supporting small family farms, expanding labor and career training, and protecting workers rights. He supports campaign finance reform, fully funding Michigan’s public schools, improving Michigan’s infrastructure, and increasing funding for mental health programs. He also supports clean energy policies, criminal justice reform, and reproductive freedom.
Bignell is endorsed by four of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, American Federation of Teachers Michigan, Michigan Education Association, and Equality Michigan.
Mark Bignell is running against Republican Rick Outman. Outman is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Mark Bignell is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.bigmarkforsenate.com/
State House
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State House races on your ballot.
Representative, 91st District
Tammy DeVries is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 91st District. Born in Grand Rapids and a resident of Cedar Springs, DeVries is a supervisor at Flex-Cable in Howard City. She is an active volunteer at numerous community organizations. DeVries supports reproductive rights and protecting the environment.
DeVries is endorsed by two of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
DeVries is running against Republican Pat Outman. Outman supports Line 5 and restricting voting rights, and is against reproductive freedom and common sense gun violence prevention measures. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Tammy DeVries is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084899701684
Tammy DeVries is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 91st District. Born in Grand Rapids and a resident of Cedar Springs, DeVries is a supervisor at Flex-Cable in Howard City. She is an active volunteer at numerous community organizations. DeVries supports reproductive rights and protecting the environment.
DeVries is endorsed by two of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
DeVries is running against Republican Pat Outman. Outman supports Line 5 and restricting voting rights, and is against reproductive freedom and common sense gun violence prevention measures. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Tammy DeVries is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084899701684
Tammy DeVries is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives for the 91st District. Born in Grand Rapids and a resident of Cedar Springs, DeVries is a supervisor at Flex-Cable in Howard City. She is an active volunteer at numerous community organizations. DeVries supports reproductive rights and protecting the environment.
DeVries is endorsed by two of our partners: Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
DeVries is running against Republican Pat Outman. Outman supports Line 5 and restricting voting rights, and is against reproductive freedom and common sense gun violence prevention measures. He is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan and the DeVos-backed Michigan Freedom Network.
Tammy DeVries is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084899701684
Representative, 101st District
Amanda Siggins is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 101st District. Siggins is an entrepreneur and small business owner.
Siggins’ priorities include making sure northern Michigan has reliable broadband access, fully funding our public schools, working for more affordable and accessible health care from abortion to elderly care, and fighting for equal protections for BIPOC and LGBTQ members of the community.
Siggins is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Siggins is facing Republican Joseph D. Fox. Fox is anti-reproductive freedom and endorsed by the right-wing extremist organization Patriot Approved and the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Amanda Siggins is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.electamandasiggins.com/
Amanda Siggins is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 101st District. Siggins is an entrepreneur and small business owner.
Siggins’ priorities include making sure northern Michigan has reliable broadband access, fully funding our public schools, working for more affordable and accessible health care from abortion to elderly care, and fighting for equal protections for BIPOC and LGBTQ members of the community.
Siggins is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Siggins is facing Republican Joseph D. Fox. Fox is anti-reproductive freedom and endorsed by the right-wing extremist organization Patriot Approved and the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Amanda Siggins is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.electamandasiggins.com/
Amanda Siggins is a Democrat running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 101st District. Siggins is an entrepreneur and small business owner.
Siggins’ priorities include making sure northern Michigan has reliable broadband access, fully funding our public schools, working for more affordable and accessible health care from abortion to elderly care, and fighting for equal protections for BIPOC and LGBTQ members of the community.
Siggins is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Siggins is facing Republican Joseph D. Fox. Fox is anti-reproductive freedom and endorsed by the right-wing extremist organization Patriot Approved and the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Amanda Siggins is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.electamandasiggins.com/
County Commission
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below county district races on your ballot.
Kent County, District 1 County Commission
Jerry Berta is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. He is an artist and teacher. He and his wife used to own Rosie’s Diner in downtown Rockford. We could find little information about the candidate’s platform.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Berta due to a lack of publicly available information, Berta is running against Republican incumbent Ben Greene, who is decisively anti-progressive. Greene advocated against COVID-19 safety precautions and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of this information, we recommend voting for Berta.
Jerry Berta is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. He is an artist and teacher. He and his wife used to own Rosie’s Diner in downtown Rockford. We could find little information about the candidate’s platform.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Berta due to a lack of publicly available information, Berta is running against Republican incumbent Ben Greene, who is decisively anti-progressive. Greene advocated against COVID-19 safety precautions and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of this information, we recommend voting for Berta.
Jerry Berta is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. He is an artist and teacher. He and his wife used to own Rosie’s Diner in downtown Rockford. We could find little information about the candidate’s platform.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Berta due to a lack of publicly available information, Berta is running against Republican incumbent Ben Greene, who is decisively anti-progressive. Greene advocated against COVID-19 safety precautions and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of this information, we recommend voting for Berta.
Kent County, District 2 County Commission
Rebecca Diffin is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. She is the director of housing at the West Central Michigan YWCA.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Diffin due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Diffin is running against Republican incumbent Tom Antor, who is running for his 8th term on the Kent County Commission, having first been elected in 2008. Antor has a conservative platform and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of the information we have on her opponent, we recommend voting for Diffin.
Rebecca Diffin is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. She is the director of housing at the West Central Michigan YWCA.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Diffin due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Diffin is running against Republican incumbent Tom Antor, who is running for his 8th term on the Kent County Commission, having first been elected in 2008. Antor has a conservative platform and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of the information we have on her opponent, we recommend voting for Diffin.
Rebecca Diffin is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. She is the director of housing at the West Central Michigan YWCA.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Diffin due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Diffin is running against Republican incumbent Tom Antor, who is running for his 8th term on the Kent County Commission, having first been elected in 2008. Antor has a conservative platform and is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of the information we have on her opponent, we recommend voting for Diffin.
Kent County, District 3 County Commission
Janalee Keegstra is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about Keegstra’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Keegstra due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Keegstra is running against Jennifer Merchant, a staffer with the Michigan House Republicans who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of the anti-progressive stances of her opponent, we recommend voting for Keegstra.
Janalee Keegstra is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about Keegstra’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Keegstra due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Keegstra is running against Jennifer Merchant, a staffer with the Michigan House Republicans who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of the anti-progressive stances of her opponent, we recommend voting for Keegstra.
Janalee Keegstra is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about Keegstra’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Keegstra due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Keegstra is running against Jennifer Merchant, a staffer with the Michigan House Republicans who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Because of the anti-progressive stances of her opponent, we recommend voting for Keegstra.
Kent County, District 4 County Commission
Judy Wood is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about Wood’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Wood due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Wood is running against Republican Katie DeBoer, who has a right-wing platform.
Based on the information we were able to find, we recommend voting for Wood.
Judy Wood is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about Wood’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Wood due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Wood is running against Republican Katie DeBoer, who has a right-wing platform.
Based on the information we were able to find, we recommend voting for Wood.
Judy Wood is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about Wood’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Wood due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Wood is running against Republican Katie DeBoer, who has a right-wing platform.
Based on the information we were able to find, we recommend voting for Wood.
Kent County, District 5 County Commission
Vanessa Lee is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She works for the Kent County Democratic Party. We couldn’t find much information about Lee’s platform, but she is a strong supporter of LGBTQ+ equality.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Lee due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Lee is running against Republican Dave Hildenbrand, who has a conservative platform and endorsement from anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Lee.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/people/Vanessa-Lee-for-Kent-County-Commission/100081287842780/
Vanessa Lee is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She works for the Kent County Democratic Party. We couldn’t find much information about Lee’s platform, but she is a strong supporter of LGBTQ+ equality.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Lee due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Lee is running against Republican Dave Hildenbrand, who has a conservative platform and endorsement from anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Lee.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/people/Vanessa-Lee-for-Kent-County-Commission/100081287842780/
Vanessa Lee is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She works for the Kent County Democratic Party. We couldn’t find much information about Lee’s platform, but she is a strong supporter of LGBTQ+ equality.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Lee due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Lee is running against Republican Dave Hildenbrand, who has a conservative platform and endorsement from anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Lee.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/people/Vanessa-Lee-for-Kent-County-Commission/100081287842780/
Kent County, District 6 County Commission
Nicholas H. Vander Veen is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. He is an attorney and partner at Brower Vander Veen law firm specializing in business and real estate law. Vander Veen has also represented medical professionals, specializing in dentists going through practice transitions. We couldn’t find much information about Vander Veen’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Vander Veen due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Vander Veen is running against Republican incumbent Stan Stek, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Vander Veen.
Nicholas H. Vander Veen is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. He is an attorney and partner at Brower Vander Veen law firm specializing in business and real estate law. Vander Veen has also represented medical professionals, specializing in dentists going through practice transitions. We couldn’t find much information about Vander Veen’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Vander Veen due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Vander Veen is running against Republican incumbent Stan Stek, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Vander Veen.
Nicholas H. Vander Veen is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. He is an attorney and partner at Brower Vander Veen law firm specializing in business and real estate law. Vander Veen has also represented medical professionals, specializing in dentists going through practice transitions. We couldn’t find much information about Vander Veen’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Vander Veen due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Vander Veen is running against Republican incumbent Stan Stek, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Vander Veen.
Kent County, District 7 County Commission
Sue Merrell is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. She spent two decades working at the Grand Rapids Press and her priorities include creating equitable solutions to addressing climate change, protecting the Great Lakes, and preventing gun violence.
Merrell is running against Republican incumbent Stan Ponstein, who we do not recommend due to his endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Sue Merrell is the most progressive candidate in this race.
Learn more: https://electsuemerrell.blogspot.com/
Sue Merrell is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. She spent two decades working at the Grand Rapids Press and her priorities include creating equitable solutions to addressing climate change, protecting the Great Lakes, and preventing gun violence.
Merrell is running against Republican incumbent Stan Ponstein, who we do not recommend due to his endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Sue Merrell is the most progressive candidate in this race.
Learn more: https://electsuemerrell.blogspot.com/
Sue Merrell is a Democrat running for her first term on the Kent County Commission. She spent two decades working at the Grand Rapids Press and her priorities include creating equitable solutions to addressing climate change, protecting the Great Lakes, and preventing gun violence.
Merrell is running against Republican incumbent Stan Ponstein, who we do not recommend due to his endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Sue Merrell is the most progressive candidate in this race.
Learn more: https://electsuemerrell.blogspot.com/
Kent County, District 8 County Commission
Jennie Chatman is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. Chatman serves as Chair of the Michigan State Union Label & Service Trades Council. We couldn’t find much information about Chatman’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Chatman due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Chatman is running against Republican incumbent Dan Burrill, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Chatman.
Jennie Chatman is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. Chatman serves as Chair of the Michigan State Union Label & Service Trades Council. We couldn’t find much information about Chatman’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Chatman due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Chatman is running against Republican incumbent Dan Burrill, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Chatman.
Jennie Chatman is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. Chatman serves as Chair of the Michigan State Union Label & Service Trades Council. We couldn’t find much information about Chatman’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Chatman due to a lack of publicly available information. However, Chatman is running against Republican incumbent Dan Burrill, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for Chatman.
Kent County, District 9 County Commission
Chip LaFleur is running for Kent County Commission for the first time. LaFleur works as a marketing professional. We couldn’t find much information about LaFleur’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of LaFleur due to a lack of publicly available information. However, LaFleur is running against Republican incumbent Matt Kallman, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for LaFleur.
Chip LaFleur is running for Kent County Commission for the first time. LaFleur works as a marketing professional. We couldn’t find much information about LaFleur’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of LaFleur due to a lack of publicly available information. However, LaFleur is running against Republican incumbent Matt Kallman, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for LaFleur.
Chip LaFleur is running for Kent County Commission for the first time. LaFleur works as a marketing professional. We couldn’t find much information about LaFleur’s platform.
We cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of LaFleur due to a lack of publicly available information. However, LaFleur is running against Republican incumbent Matt Kallman, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Based on this information, we recommend voting for LaFleur.
Kent County, District 10 County Commission
Julie Humpheys is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. Based on her campaign social media, Humphreys’ platform includes investing in infrastructure, including mass transit, and supporting a living wage.
Humphreys is running against Republican incumbent Emily Post Brieve, who we cannot recommend due to her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Julie Humphreys is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/kentcommissiondistrict10
Julie Humpheys is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. Based on her campaign social media, Humphreys’ platform includes investing in infrastructure, including mass transit, and supporting a living wage.
Humphreys is running against Republican incumbent Emily Post Brieve, who we cannot recommend due to her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Julie Humphreys is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/kentcommissiondistrict10
Julie Humpheys is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. Based on her campaign social media, Humphreys’ platform includes investing in infrastructure, including mass transit, and supporting a living wage.
Humphreys is running against Republican incumbent Emily Post Brieve, who we cannot recommend due to her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Julie Humphreys is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/kentcommissiondistrict10
Kent County, District 11 County Commission
John Considine is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. We couldn’t find much information about this candidate’s platform.
Considine is running against Republican incumbent Lindsey Thiel. Thiel’s appointment was controversial. Republican commissioners voted to appoint Thiel—the daughter of their former colleague, Dan Koorndyk—but all eight Democratic commissioners voted to oppose Thiel’s appointment. Thiel worked as a corporate lobbyist and as a staff member for three conservative lawmakers in Lansing. Information about her platform is difficult to track down, but based on her track record and her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan, we do not recommend voting for Thiel.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Considine due to a lack of publicly available information, but based on his extreme opponent, we recommend voting for Considine.
John Considine is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. We couldn’t find much information about this candidate’s platform.
Considine is running against Republican incumbent Lindsey Thiel. Thiel’s appointment was controversial. Republican commissioners voted to appoint Thiel—the daughter of their former colleague, Dan Koorndyk—but all eight Democratic commissioners voted to oppose Thiel’s appointment. Thiel worked as a corporate lobbyist and as a staff member for three conservative lawmakers in Lansing. Information about her platform is difficult to track down, but based on her track record and her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan, we do not recommend voting for Thiel.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Considine due to a lack of publicly available information, but based on his extreme opponent, we recommend voting for Considine.
John Considine is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. We couldn’t find much information about this candidate’s platform.
Considine is running against Republican incumbent Lindsey Thiel. Thiel’s appointment was controversial. Republican commissioners voted to appoint Thiel—the daughter of their former colleague, Dan Koorndyk—but all eight Democratic commissioners voted to oppose Thiel’s appointment. Thiel worked as a corporate lobbyist and as a staff member for three conservative lawmakers in Lansing. Information about her platform is difficult to track down, but based on her track record and her endorsement from the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan, we do not recommend voting for Thiel.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Considine due to a lack of publicly available information, but based on his extreme opponent, we recommend voting for Considine.
Kent County, District 12 County Commission
Monica Sparks is a Democrat running for her third term on the Kent County Commission, she was first elected in 2018. She is a real estate agent and host of Radio for Divas.
Sparks is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Dems for Life, so we cannot recommend her.
Sparks is running against Republican Lee White, who we cannot recommend based on his conservative platform.
There is no progressive choice in this race.
Monica Sparks is a Democrat running for her third term on the Kent County Commission, she was first elected in 2018. She is a real estate agent and host of Radio for Divas.
Sparks is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Dems for Life, so we cannot recommend her.
Sparks is running against Republican Lee White, who we cannot recommend based on his conservative platform.
There is no progressive choice in this race.
Kent County, District 13 County Commission
Michelle McCloud is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for a second term. She is an assistant dean at Grand Valley State University. She has served on the city of Kentwood Zoning Board of Appeals and the Kent County Officers’ Compensation Commission. Her priorities include addressing mental health, expanding broadband access, and preventing gun violence.
McCloud is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
McCloud is running against Republican Tom McKelvey, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Michelle McCloud is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.michellemccloud.com/
Michelle McCloud is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for a second term. She is an assistant dean at Grand Valley State University. She has served on the city of Kentwood Zoning Board of Appeals and the Kent County Officers’ Compensation Commission. Her priorities include addressing mental health, expanding broadband access, and preventing gun violence.
McCloud is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
McCloud is running against Republican Tom McKelvey, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Michelle McCloud is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.michellemccloud.com/
Michelle McCloud is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for a second term. She is an assistant dean at Grand Valley State University. She has served on the city of Kentwood Zoning Board of Appeals and the Kent County Officers’ Compensation Commission. Her priorities include addressing mental health, expanding broadband access, and preventing gun violence.
McCloud is endorsed by the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
McCloud is running against Republican Tom McKelvey, who is endorsed by the anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Michelle McCloud is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.michellemccloud.com/
Kent County, District 14 County Commission
Carol Hennessy is a Democrat running for her 8th term on the Kent County Commission, she was first elected in 2006. She has served as minority vice chair of the Commission, making her the highest-ranking Democratic commissioner.
Hennessy’s priorities include health care, senior services, and COVID-19 relief. She is endorsed by the UAW and the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
Hennessy is running against Republican Jerri Schmidt. She formerly worked in the financial sector and now works as a consultant. We do not recommend voting for Schmidt.
Carol Hennessy is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/CommissionerCarolHennessy/
Carol Hennessy is a Democrat running for her 8th term on the Kent County Commission, she was first elected in 2006. She has served as minority vice chair of the Commission, making her the highest-ranking Democratic commissioner.
Hennessy’s priorities include health care, senior services, and COVID-19 relief. She is endorsed by the UAW and the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
Hennessy is running against Republican Jerri Schmidt. She formerly worked in the financial sector and now works as a consultant. We do not recommend voting for Schmidt.
Carol Hennessy is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/CommissionerCarolHennessy/
Carol Hennessy is a Democrat running for her 8th term on the Kent County Commission, she was first elected in 2006. She has served as minority vice chair of the Commission, making her the highest-ranking Democratic commissioner.
Hennessy’s priorities include health care, senior services, and COVID-19 relief. She is endorsed by the UAW and the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
Hennessy is running against Republican Jerri Schmidt. She formerly worked in the financial sector and now works as a consultant. We do not recommend voting for Schmidt.
Carol Hennessy is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/CommissionerCarolHennessy/
Kent County, District 15 County Commission
Lisa S. Oliver-King is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She is a lifelong advocate for public health and human rights and seeks to champion at-risk, disadvantaged and marginalized community residents and give them a voice. Oliver-King is the founder and executive of Our Kitchen Table, an organization that addresses food injustice. Her career as a public health professional included stints at the Kent County Health Department, the Michigan Public Health Institute and Hospice of Michigan.
Oliver-King is running against Republican Brian Boersema.
Lisa Oliver-King is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.lisao-k.com/
Lisa S. Oliver-King is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She is a lifelong advocate for public health and human rights and seeks to champion at-risk, disadvantaged and marginalized community residents and give them a voice. Oliver-King is the founder and executive of Our Kitchen Table, an organization that addresses food injustice. Her career as a public health professional included stints at the Kent County Health Department, the Michigan Public Health Institute and Hospice of Michigan.
Oliver-King is running against Republican Brian Boersema.
Lisa Oliver-King is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.lisao-k.com/
Lisa S. Oliver-King is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She is a lifelong advocate for public health and human rights and seeks to champion at-risk, disadvantaged and marginalized community residents and give them a voice. Oliver-King is the founder and executive of Our Kitchen Table, an organization that addresses food injustice. Her career as a public health professional included stints at the Kent County Health Department, the Michigan Public Health Institute and Hospice of Michigan.
Oliver-King is running against Republican Brian Boersema.
Lisa Oliver-King is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.lisao-k.com/
Kent County, District 16 County Commission
Melissa LaGrand is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She is a bakery owner and accessibility advocate. Justice, community health, and housing are important priorities for her.
LaGrand is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
LaGrand is running against Republican John Brooks Twist.
Melissa LaGrand is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.melissalagrand.com/
Melissa LaGrand is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She is a bakery owner and accessibility advocate. Justice, community health, and housing are important priorities for her.
LaGrand is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
LaGrand is running against Republican John Brooks Twist.
Melissa LaGrand is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.melissalagrand.com/
Melissa LaGrand is a Democrat running for Kent County Commission for the first time. She is a bakery owner and accessibility advocate. Justice, community health, and housing are important priorities for her.
LaGrand is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
LaGrand is running against Republican John Brooks Twist.
Melissa LaGrand is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.melissalagrand.com/
Kent County, District 17 County Commission
Tony Baker is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. He previously served on the Grand Rapids Public Schools Board for 14 years. While we could find little information about his platform, Baker is supportive of the Michigan Reproductive Freedom for All ballot initiative.
Baker is running against Republican Jason Gillikin. Gillikin is anti-reproductive rights.
Tony Baker is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/CTETonyBaker/
Tony Baker is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. He previously served on the Grand Rapids Public Schools Board for 14 years. While we could find little information about his platform, Baker is supportive of the Michigan Reproductive Freedom for All ballot initiative.
Baker is running against Republican Jason Gillikin. Gillikin is anti-reproductive rights.
Tony Baker is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/CTETonyBaker/
Tony Baker is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. He previously served on the Grand Rapids Public Schools Board for 14 years. While we could find little information about his platform, Baker is supportive of the Michigan Reproductive Freedom for All ballot initiative.
Baker is running against Republican Jason Gillikin. Gillikin is anti-reproductive rights.
Tony Baker is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/CTETonyBaker/
Kent County, District 18 County Commission
Stephen Wooden is a Democrat running for his third term on the Kent County Commission, having first been elected in 2018. Wooden works at a local housing nonprofit. He also worked as a staff member in the Michigan House of Representatives and on a number of campaigns.
The environment, higher wages, cost of living, and public health are Wooden’s major priorities. Wooden is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Wooden is running against Republican Tim Allen. We cannot recommend Allen due to his endorsement from anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Stephen Wooden is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.stephenwooden.com/
Stephen Wooden is a Democrat running for his third term on the Kent County Commission, having first been elected in 2018. Wooden works at a local housing nonprofit. He also worked as a staff member in the Michigan House of Representatives and on a number of campaigns.
The environment, higher wages, cost of living, and public health are Wooden’s major priorities. Wooden is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Wooden is running against Republican Tim Allen. We cannot recommend Allen due to his endorsement from anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Stephen Wooden is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.stephenwooden.com/
Stephen Wooden is a Democrat running for his third term on the Kent County Commission, having first been elected in 2018. Wooden works at a local housing nonprofit. He also worked as a staff member in the Michigan House of Representatives and on a number of campaigns.
The environment, higher wages, cost of living, and public health are Wooden’s major priorities. Wooden is endorsed by two of our partner organizations: the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan.
Wooden is running against Republican Tim Allen. We cannot recommend Allen due to his endorsement from anti-choice organization Right to Life Michigan.
Stephen Wooden is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.stephenwooden.com/
Kent County, District 19 County Commission
Kris Pachla is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. Pachla is endorsed by our partner organization Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan. Among his priorities are early childhood education, reproductive rights, and sustainability.
Pachla is running against Republican Samuel R. Carstens, who we cannot recommend due to his conservative platform and anti-choice stance.
Kris Pachla is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.krispachla.com/
Kris Pachla is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. Pachla is endorsed by our partner organization Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan. Among his priorities are early childhood education, reproductive rights, and sustainability.
Pachla is running against Republican Samuel R. Carstens, who we cannot recommend due to his conservative platform and anti-choice stance.
Kris Pachla is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.krispachla.com/
Kris Pachla is a Democrat running for his first term on the Kent County Commission. Pachla is endorsed by our partner organization Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan. Among his priorities are early childhood education, reproductive rights, and sustainability.
Pachla is running against Republican Samuel R. Carstens, who we cannot recommend due to his conservative platform and anti-choice stance.
Kris Pachla is the most progressive choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.krispachla.com/
Kent County, District 20 County Commission
Ivan Diaz is a Democrat running for his first term for Kent County Commission. He is an outspoken advocate for unions, fair wages, and universal health care. Diaz is currently a student at Grand Valley State University studying political science. He is supported by local labor organizations.
Diaz is running against Republican Elisa Rodriguez.
Ivan Diaz is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ivan-Diaz-for-Kent-County-Commissioner/100078727971393/?ref=py_c
Ivan Diaz is a Democrat running for his first term for Kent County Commission. He is an outspoken advocate for unions, fair wages, and universal health care. Diaz is currently a student at Grand Valley State University studying political science. He is supported by local labor organizations.
Diaz is running against Republican Elisa Rodriguez.
Ivan Diaz is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ivan-Diaz-for-Kent-County-Commissioner/100078727971393/?ref=py_c
Ivan Diaz is a Democrat running for his first term for Kent County Commission. He is an outspoken advocate for unions, fair wages, and universal health care. Diaz is currently a student at Grand Valley State University studying political science. He is supported by local labor organizations.
Diaz is running against Republican Elisa Rodriguez.
Ivan Diaz is the best choice in this race.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ivan-Diaz-for-Kent-County-Commissioner/100078727971393/?ref=py_c
Kent County, District 21 County Commission
Charles Howe is a Democrat running for his first term for Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about his platform.
Howe is running against Republican Walter Bujak, who we do not recommend based on his right-wing platform.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Howe due to a lack of publicly available information, based on the information we were able to find on Bujak, we recommend voting for Howe.
Charles Howe is a Democrat running for his first term for Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about his platform.
Howe is running against Republican Walter Bujak, who we do not recommend based on his right-wing platform.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Howe due to a lack of publicly available information, based on the information we were able to find on Bujak, we recommend voting for Howe.
Charles Howe is a Democrat running for his first term for Kent County Commission. We couldn’t find much information about his platform.
Howe is running against Republican Walter Bujak, who we do not recommend based on his right-wing platform.
While we cannot speak to the progressive bonafides of Howe due to a lack of publicly available information, based on the information we were able to find on Bujak, we recommend voting for Howe.
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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