DEMOCRATIC NOMINEE
Jocelyn Benson for Governor
Civil rights advocate, youngest woman dean of an accredited law school in American history, Michigan's Secretary of State, military spouse, and mother – Jocelyn Benson is running for governor to make Michigan the best place to be a kid, raise a kid, and call home. Her career has been defined by fearless public service and transformational leadership.
When Jocelyn became Michigan's Secretary of State in 2019, she got to work on day one to make life easier for every Michigander. She transformed Michigan's motor vehicle department from having some of the longest wait times in the country into a national model for government efficiency. Jocelyn eliminated wait times, created over 150 self-service stations to serve Michiganders in every corner of the state, and implemented initiatives to make Michigan's elections the most secure and accessible in the nation. In the face of threats to both herself and her colleagues, Jocelyn oversaw two of the highest turnout and most transparent elections in the state's history. Those results led to a 14-point victory in 2022, leading the ticket and winning counties no other Democrat had.
Learn more at https://www.jocelynbenson.com/
Endorsed by the michigan Democratic Party
Garlin Gilchrist for Secretary of State
Garlin Gilchrist is a husband, dad, a public servant, and an engineer dedicated to making government work for regular people. Now, he’s running for Secretary of State to make government work for all of us — and to protect your right to vote.
As your Secretary of State, Garlin will stand tall for our democracy, defend your sacred right to vote, and make government services better, faster, and more convenient.
- Fight for more legislative action that shine a light on dark money in our politics.
- Modernize licensing and registration by providing smarter, 21st century service.
- Stand tall against big tech companies and the Trump administration who want to abuse your personal voter registration information or license-plate data.
- Hold accountable companies that rip you off when you get your car fixed.
Learn more at https://garlingilchrist.com/
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Eli Savit for Attorney General
Eli Savit has dedicated his career to fighting for people. A born-and-raised Michigander, Eli worked under the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. He served as a civil-rights and public-interest attorney, started his career as a public school teacher, and is now Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney.
Eli Savit is running for Attorney General to fight for the rights and freedoms of every Michigander. He’ll take on corporate polluters, protect workers and consumers from exploitation, and hold powerful interests accountable. At a time when our constitutional rights are under attack, Eli will be a fearless advocate for justice, fairness, and opportunity for all.
Learn more at https://www.eliformichigan.com/
Democratic nominee
Abdul El-Sayed for US Senate
He studied to be a doctor — but realized it was our broken politics that was making people sick. Abdul is running for U.S. Senate because life in Michigan shouldn’t be this hard — or this expensive. After a successful career of making government work for Michiganders, he wants to take his vision to Washington and make the United States Senate work for you.
Abdul rebuilt a government agency to make it actually work — and then he did it again. He rebuilt Detroit’s Health Department after bankruptcy. Then he restructured Wayne County’s Department of Health, Human & Veterans Services, serving 1.8 million Michiganders in the state’s largest and most diverse county. As a public servant, Abdul secured free glasses for kids who needed them, removed lead from Detroit’s elementary schools, took on Michigan’s biggest polluters, and made life-saving Narcan universally accessible. He also spearheaded a program that will cancel up to $700 million in medical debt for 300,000 Michiganders over 2 years. His work earned him recognition as “Public Official of the Year” by the Michigan LCV and a spot on Crain’s Detroit Business 40 Under 40 list.
Learn more at https://abdulforsenate.com/
Democratic nominee for congress district 9
Ray Pooley for US Congress
As a machinist, Ray knows the meaning of hard work. Let’s come together and put in the work to send him to Washington and send Lisa McClain packing!
Ray campaign is about about building a future where jobs pay dignity wages, where healthcare doesn't bankrupt you, where we hold corporations accountable, where our conserve our planet better, and where the next generation inherits a country as strong as the values we pass down. That's the America Ray believes in, and with your help, that's the America we'll fight for together!
Learn more at https://www.pooley4congress.com/
Democratic nominee for MI state senate district 23
Greg Hill for State Senate
Everything starts with the conversations happening at kitchen tables, in the stands, at the grocery store, in our places of faith, and school pick-up lines across District 23. Michigan gave my family incredible opportunities. I want to make sure the next generation has even more. I’m running for State Senate because I believe in something simple:
When leaders listen, communities get stronger.
That’s why this campaign isn’t about me — it’s about us: the parents, students, farmers, teachers, front line workers, first responders, health care workers, and small business owners who make this district home. I’m here to work with you, learn from you, and fight for the things that matter most to your family.
Learn more at https://www.greghillformichigan.com/
Democratic nominee for MI state senate district 26
Brendan J. Johnson for State Senate
A state senator’s most important job isn’t giving speeches or scoring political points, it’s actually helping the people who elected them. Too many legislators disappear into Lansing and forget who sent them there.
If you’re a resident of District 26 and you’re struggling to get a straight answer from a state agency, whether it’s about a license, a Medicaid question, or anything else, my office will be the place you can call for help. I’ll treat constituent casework as a core part of the job, not an afterthought to remember only during election years. I’m also committed to showing up at township board meetings and city council sessions across the district on a regular basis, not just during election season. Representing District 26 means knowing what’s happening in Bridgeport and Burton, in Frankenmuth and Fostoria, in Lapeer and Davison, not just reading about it from Lansing.
Learn more at https://johnsonforsenate.us/
Democratic nominee for MI state legislature district 65
James M O'Brien for State Representative
More info to come
Democratic nominee for MI state legislature district 67
Leslie Getz for State Representative
Leslie Getz things done! Getz is committed to represent the residents of District 67, find real solutions to real problems and maintain open communication and transparency. As a former educator, Getz is proudly Endorsed by the Michigan Education Association. Leslie's platform prioritizes education, protects our resources, holds government accountable, and supports children, families, and seniors.
For 30 years, I have lived and worked here. Now, let’s stand together to build a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant community– one that protects our values and invests in your future.
Learn more at https://lesliegetz4mirep.com/
Democratic nominee for MI state legislature district 98
Keith Brusseau for State Representative
I'm running for Michigan House of Representatives for district 98. I decided that it's a more constructive exercise of my rights to work towards better things, than to complain about them. This election cycle, more than ever we need to remind ourselves that America is not Red and Blue. It's red white and blue. We should be voting for people, not always party. There seldom is a one size fits all solution, and the ones that have been existing are starting to stink.
Keith Brusseau served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1994 to 2000. He graduated from Warren Mott High School. He earned an associate degree from American Business and Technology University. His career experience includes working as a machinist.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591778887887
Endorsed by the michigan Democratic Party
Megan Cavanagh & Noah Hood for Michigan Supreme Court
Elected to the Michigan Supreme Court in 2018, Megan has championed a justice system that is accessible, transparent, and centered on people. She has led efforts to improve child welfare outcomes, strengthen legal representation for families, collaborate with tribal courts, and ensure that courts serve every community with fairness and dignity. Her career reflects a simple but powerful belief: justice should not be an abstract ideal—it should actively improve people’s lives.
Learn more at https://cavanaghforjustice.com/
Justice Noah P. Hood was appointed to the Michigan Supreme Court effective May 27, 2025, for a partial term ending on December 31, 2026. Previously, he was appointed to a partial term on the Michigan Court of Appeals in March 2022 and won election later that year. During his time on the COA, he served on the Rules Committee and Education Committee. From 2019 to 2022, Justice Hood served on the Third Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan in the Criminal Division, presiding over felony cases in Wayne County. From 2021 to 2022, Judge Hood also presided over the Veterans Treatment Court, a problem-solving court docket that targets underlying issues affecting justice-involved military veterans.
He has also been recognized by the U.S. Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Endorsed by the michigan Democratic Party
Judith P. Pritchett & Tiffany D. Tilley for State Board of Education
Judith P. Pritchett, Ph.D. was elected to the State Board of Education in 2018. Judith served as an educator and administrator for over 25 years in public education serving many communities in Macomb County. She has worked as a High School Social Studies teacher, a High School Principal, an Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Superintendent of Schools. She is still very active in assisting with educational policy and advocating for equitable opportunities for all students in the state.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/judy.pritchett.7564
Tiffany D. Tilley is a native Detroiter. Her professional background includes education, real estate development, community and economic development, years serving as a municipal government appointee, and nonprofit leadership. Through her community work she has managed and opened the doors for millions of dollars to help communities in Southeastern Michigan. In 2018, Tilley won the State Board of Education election by almost 1.8M votes. Today she serves as the Co-Vice President of the Board where she gives a voice to underserved populations, including using her platform to advocate for increasing equitable funding, CTE programs, early childhood education (ECE), closing the achievement gap, mental health support, and for foster youth across our State.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/tiffanytilleyforstateboard/
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Paul Brown & Amir Makled for University of Michigan Board of Regents
Paul Brown is a proud Michigander and Wolverine! Paul grew up in northern Michigan in a union home. (His mother was a Teamster.) Paul is the only candidate who is a union member. Paul’s first union job was as a Seafarer working on the freight boats in the Straits of Mackinac. He later joined the staff at University of Michigan as a member of LEO/AFT. Paul worked in the administration of both Governor Jennifer Granhom and President Joe Biden on issues of economic development and small business access to capital. Paul is focused on increasing the access and affordability of education and healthcare for working families in Michigan. Paul ran for regent because he was frustrated with the lack of results from our elected officials.
Learn more at www.gobluevotebrown.com
Amir Makled is a civil rights attorney, University of Michigan–Dearborn graduate, and father who believes a public university must answer to the people it serves — not political pressure or elite interests. Universities must be places where truth is pursued — not avoided or suppressed. Amir is outspoken in defending free speech and academic freedom, including the right of students and faculty to speak out against injustice without fear of retaliation or surveillance.
Learn more at https://amirmakled.com/
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Brianna Scott & Kelly Tebay Zemke for Michigan State University Board of Trustees
For the past eight years, Trustee Brianna T. Scott has been a fearless advocate for the Spartan community. Her tenure has been defined by a commitment to rectifying historical oversights, ensuring financial accessibility, and demanding absolute accountability from the administration. As she seeks re-election, her platform remains rooted in the values of progress and integrity.
Learn more at https://www.brianna4msu.com/
Kelly Tebay was elected to the Board of Trustees for an eight-year term starting Jan. 1, 2019. Tebay is the director of government and external relations at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan. Her career began in professional fundraising for various state and federal political campaigns before she moved on to work in corporate relations for nonprofits and state and federal government agencies. Raised in Shelby Township and Yale, Michigan, Tebay is a graduate of Yale Public Schools. She enrolled at James Madison College at Michigan State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in international relations with a specialization in Muslim studies. She later earned a master’s degree in law enforcement intelligence and analysis from MSU, with certificates in homeland security and critical thinking. In addition to serving on the board at MSU, Tebay serves on the board for Volunteers of America Michigan.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/KellyTebayforMSU/
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Shereef Akeel & Richard Mack for Wayne State University Board of Governors
With a background in educational advocacy, Shereef Akeel prioritizes transparent governance and accountability. Akeel’s vision positions WSU as Michigan’s engine for economic growth and social equity. Shereef Akeel is a nationally recognized civil rights and human rights attorney who has spent his career advocating for those who have been silenced, mistreated, and excluded from the American promise. From local workplaces in Michigan to torture prisons overseas, he has used the law to ensure accountability and justice.
Learn more at https://www.akeelforwsu.com/
Richard Mack is a union-side (never employer side) labor and civil rights attorney, for the last 28 years. He has negotiated several dozen labor contracts for unions, with universities and other public employers across the state; including for a 27-union coalition during the Detroit bankruptcy. Mack is a civil rights litigator, passionate about protecting the free speech rights of all on campus, and protecting academic freedoms against illegal interference from the outside. He is driven to help make WSU more affordable, safe, and connected to the entire state of Michigan.
Learn more at https://richardmackforwsu.com/
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