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Abdul El-Sayed, a physician and former Detroit health director, is running for the US Senate seat in Michigan. The Democrat, who also made a previous run for governor, is positioning himself as a progressive voice in a race to replace retiring Senator Gary Peters. Political watchers are weighing whether his progressive profile can carry a battleground state.
- 2Gretchen Whitmer Urges Democrats to Stand Firm on LGBTQ+ Rights▼Gretchen Whitmer, ‘a Midwest lesbian’s mom,’ has a message for Democrats waffling on LGBTQ+ rights
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, describing herself as 'a Midwest lesbian's mom,' delivered a pointed message to Democrats who are hesitating on LGBTQ+ rights. Speaking as the parent of a lesbian daughter, she pressed her party not to waver on the issue. Supporters are highlighting her personal framing as a powerful appeal from a key swing-state leader.
- 3Jocelyn Benson launches campaign for Michigan governor●Michiganders abroad! 🚗️ Jocelyn Benson is running for Governor, focusing on everyday costs, public schools & democratic
Jocelyn Benson, Michigan's Secretary of State, is running for governor, campaigning on lowering everyday costs, strengthening public schools and protecting democratic institutions. Democrats Abroad is encouraging Michiganders living overseas to take part, noting that absentee ballots for the election begin reaching voters abroad on September 19 and directing them to request ballots through VoteFromAbroad.org.
- 4Governor Signs Legislation Funding Northern Michigan Business College▼Governor signs legislation funding new College of Business
The governor has signed legislation providing funding for a new College of Business at Northern Michigan University. The measure allocates state money for the new academic facility, expanding business education offerings at the Marquette-based university. University officials and state leaders have highlighted the investment as a boost for the region's economy and workforce development.