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Benishek’s Voting Record Answers The Government Shut Down Question
Sunday , 7, September 2014 Candidates Leave a commentIf Republicans have learned one thing this election cycle, the more they talk the worse things get for them. Just last Friday Rick Snyder was broiled over direct questions on taxes, education, and right to work during an interview on Michigan Radio. It’s not easy to find any Republicans willing to talk about what they […]
Another great ad for Jerry Cannon, our next US Representative from the 1st District.
Upcoming Democratic Party Events For Northern Michigan
Wednesday , 3, September 2014 Candidates Leave a commentHere’s a list of events, meet the candidates, and canvasing opportunities coming up in Northern Michigan. Everyone is invited and the candidates would enjoy meeting as many people as possible. Our next Lieutenant Governor, Lisa Brown, will be in Big Rapids on September 5. Everyone is invited to meet her at Cranker’s Brewery at 1:00 […]
Meet The Candidates: District 99 State Legislature Bryan Mielke
Sunday , 31, August 2014 Candidates Leave a commentBryan Mielke is a life-long resident of Michigan and lived in Mount Pleasant for thirty three years. He is seeking your vote on November 4 to represent the 99th district in the Michigan House. Bryan is a small business owner and raised two daughters with his wife of thirty years. The Michigan 99th District includes […]
Mark Schauer leading Rick Snyder In The Polls Is No Surprise
Thursday , 28, August 2014 Candidates, Nerd Problems Leave a commentThe Detroit Free Press released the results of a new EPIC-MRA poll showing our next governor, Mark Schauer, leads Rick Snyder 45% to 43%. This wonderful news is no surprise to anyone paying attention because we know why people are ready to dump the gov and elect someone who will work for the people of […]
Meet The Candidates State House District 101: Tom Stobie
Monday , 25, August 2014 Candidates Leave a commentThe 101st Michigan house district includes the counties of Benzie, Ludington, Manistee, amd Mason. The next person to represent that district will be Tom Stobie. He lives in Benzie County and was the Superintendent of Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools. Stobie served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. When he returned from Southeast Asia he taught […]
Democratic candidate Betsy Coffia has two fund raisers taking place this week. Everyone is welcome to come to these events. On Saturday, August 23, Heather Kingham and Mark Elliot will host an evening of socializing on the beach at their home, 7670 E Shore Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685, 6 to 8 pm. You can […]
Check out Jerry Cannon’s new campaign ad. Very nicely done.
Upcoming Democratic Candidate Events in Northern Michgian
Monday , 18, August 2014 Candidates Leave a commentOur candidates are busy getting to know the people they will represent when they win their elections in November. US Congress District 2 candidate Dean Vanderstelt will hold another in his series of “Turn 2 Blue” meet and greet events this Wednesday, August 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Frankie V’s in Wyoming, 1420 […]
Meet The Candidates State House District 102: John Ruggles
Sunday , 17, August 2014 Candidates Leave a commentJohn Ruggles of Remus is the Democratic Party candidate for the 102nd state legislature. He played high school football, worked in tool and die, and the road commission in Lapeer County.. He received a degree from Adrian College. His community work includes Head Start, job training programs and economic development. Through his career he provided […]