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<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson announced her campaign has raised $10.8 million since she launched – almost $4 million more than any other non-incumbent Democratic candidate for governor in Michigan history at this point in the cycle. Since the last fundraising deadline, the campaign has brought in nearly $5 million, including $3.2 million in the 58 days since the Independent candidate dropped out of the race, and has $6.4 million cash on hand.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Announces Record-Breaking $10.8 Million Raised Since Campaign Launch</h4>

<p>Today, on the first day of the general election, Secretary of State and Democratic Nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson was joined by Democratic Governors Association (DGA) Chair and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear for events across Metro Detroit. As Democrats across the state rally behind Jocelyn’s candidacy, Governor Beshear is the latest national leader to endorse Team Benson and join her broad coalition of Michigan leaders, labor organizations, and advocacy groups that are ready to send Jocelyn to the governor’s seat.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Hosts Roundtable Discussion, Rallies with Democrats alongside Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear</h4>

<p>This week, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson launched her statewide Thrive in Michigan tour on Monday with a townhall in Traverse City. Top of mind for residents: Housing.&nbsp;Too many families and young people...</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson Addresses Housing Affordability Crisis in Traverse City Townhall</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson rallied a crowd of hundreds of UAW members in Detroit to share <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/x5hEJt5eEYx?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her plans</a> to lower costs, and to fight for working Michiganders as governor. Earlier this month, the UAW <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/2bFH6KFUQnt?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn for governor because of her commitment to stand with Michigan workers against corporate interests and billionaires.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Commits to Being a Governor for Working Michiganders at UAW</h4>

<p>New reporting from the <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=18e90efe1d&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Detroit Metro Times</a> details Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson’s “strict” guardrails that will ensure transparency and local involvement in projects, keep energy costs low for communities, protect Michigan’s natural resources, and require union labor.&nbsp;</p><p></p>

<h4>Detroit Metro Times: “Benson Takes on Data Center Boom with Stricter Safeguards”</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson announced her running mate in the race for the next Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Michigan: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Names Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks as Running Mate in Campaign to Lower Costs</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson announced her running mate, Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor Winnie Brinks. Bringing over a decade of legislative experience to the ticket, Leader Brinks was praised across the state as a “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/TMVZTKVPc8Z?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">veteran lawmaker</a>” thanks to her “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/CDyrXD1foqh?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">sweeping</a>” track record of delivering historic change for Michiganders. As the first woman to represent Grand Rapids in the state Senate since 1921 and the first woman to lead the state Senate, Brinks is no stranger to delivering results for Michiganders.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson and Brinks Will Work Together to Bring Down Costs for Michiganders and Win Back The Democratic Trifecta</h4>

<h2>Healthcare</h2>

<p>Yesterday in Southfield, to wrap up Women’s History Month, Secretary Jocelyn Benson joined over 250 Fems for Dems members for a community conversation to celebrate the strength and resilience of women in Michigan with the spirit...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson, Fems for Dems, Hold Women’s History Month Event With Over 250 Women in Southfield</h4>

<p>Today, Detroit's former U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Detroit’s Former U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>In a new op-ed in the <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/Hn7UgjWfStf?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michigan Chronicle</a>, Jocelyn Benson marks Juneteenth by outlining how she will work to deliver on the promise of the civil rights movement as governor. She believes economic opportunity is key for all Michiganders’ ability to thrive. That’s why she’s developed a real plan to lower costs, raise wages, and invest in every community across our state—creating more opportunities to build wealth and build a future in our state.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson on Juneteenth: “Every Michigander Deserves to Build Wealth, Raise a Family, and See Themselves in the Future of this State”</h4>

<p>This week, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson and her running mate, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, traveled across Michigan – from Southfield to Marquette – to highlight their <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/sFCMc5sA9wy?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to bring quality, affordable healthcare to every zip code in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Traveling the State, Benson and Brinks Remain Focused on Protecting Access to Affordable Healthcare </h4>

<p>Today, the Michigan Laborers’ District Council (LiUNA), which represents over 14,000 members who build our state’s roads, bridges, transit, and energy sources, endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. In their...</p>

<h4>Michigan Laborers’ District Council (LiUNA) Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, EMILY’s List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, endorsed Jocelyn Benson in the race for Governor of Michigan. “EMILYs List is proud to support Jocelyn Benson...</p>

<h4>EMILYs List Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>This week, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson and her running mate, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, slammed John James for backing Trump’s unaffordable tariffs at events across the state.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson and Winnie Brinks Slam “John James Tax” at Events Across Michigan</h4>

<p>In response to Donald Trump’s complete disregard for working Michiganders who rely on federal funding for healthcare, housing, food, and more,<strong> Jocelyn Benson</strong> released the following statement:&nbsp;“President Trump’s sweeping, nonsensical decision to pause critical federal...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Statement on Donald Trump Pausing Federal Dollars for Thousands of Working of Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson met with Michiganders in Flint, Bay City, and Saginaw to share her vision for Michigan. &nbsp;Benson is the only candidate for governor who has released a thorough <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=3fa680f15c&amp;e=486aa7a2e0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">agenda</a> to lower healthcare costs for all Michiganders and improve maternal healthcare.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Discusses Maternal Healthcare in Flint, Meets with Michiganders in Bay City and Saginaw</h4>

<p>Today, the Michigan American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) Michigan <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/eyTMUyPhtoQ?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. The state federation of labor represents over 1,000,000 active and retired members of 40+ unions throughout the state.</p>

<h4>Michigan AFL-CIO, Representing 40+ Unions in Michigan, Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Last night, Secretary of State and Democratic Nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson joined MS Now’s <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/GbeVGOF7Y4s?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi</em></a> to discuss the Democratic tickets’&nbsp; shared goal: making life more affordable for Michiganders and serving as guardrails against the cruelty and chaos happening at the federal level. For the last 18 months, Jocelyn has traveled the state sharing her comprehensive plans to bring down costs, grow the economy, and, along with the rest of the Democratic ticket, ensure government is working for the people – not corporations or Donald Trump.</p>

<h4>WATCH: Jocelyn Benson Lays Out Michigan Democrats’ Agenda: Lower Costs, Higher Wages, &amp; Protecting Michiganders’ Rights</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Jocelyn Benson unveiled <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=f16d4ba0f7&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her plan</a> to lower the cost of housing and build more homes across Michigan, so that every Michigander can afford a home in the community where they live and work.</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Is the Only Candidate with a Plan to Lower Housing Costs</h4>

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<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson met with seniors at Gateshead Crossing and Dickerson Manor in Detroit to share <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/9twKELkEjCT?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her plans</a> to lower costs and make life more affordable in Michigan.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Meets with Detroit Seniors, Outlines Plan to Make Life More Affordable</h4>

<p>Today, Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri, State Senators Darrin Camilleri and Paul Wojno, and State Representative Laurie Pohutsky endorsed Jocelyn Benson for governor.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri, State Lawmakers Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Following today’s announcement that Mike Duggan has dropped out of the race for governor, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson released the below statement:</p>

<h4>STATEMENT: Benson Statement on Mike Duggan Dropping Out of the Race for Governor</h4>

<p>Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson is the only candidate for governor with a <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=c6c8a64f30&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to lower healthcare costs and voters are taking notice. It’s clear that Benson’s plan is resonating with voters, especially as other candidates continue to support higher healthcare costs and massive cuts to Medicaid.</p>

<h4>MANISTEE NEWS: “Benson’s [Healthcare Affordability] plan offers hope”</h4>

<p>Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson raised another $1 million from thousands of supporters across Michigan to bring her total 2025 fundraising haul to $5.8 million – once again shattering records in Michigan’s open governor’s race.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson for Governor Raised Nearly $6 Million in 2025, Outraising Entire Field</h4>

<p>Ahead of the Michigan Democratic Party’s endorsement convention this weekend, the <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=c54e38df75&amp;e=206b67a443" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michigan Advance</a> highlighted gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson’s legacy as Secretary of State, an office she reshaped into a national model for saving people time and money.</p>

<h4>“Jocelyn Benson’s Approach to Good Government: Get Out of the Way Unless You’re Needed”</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson announced her new running mate, Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor Winnie Brinks. The Benson-Brinks partnership was met with enthusiasm from elected officials, nonprofits, labor organizations, and other leaders across the state who pointed to Brinks’ reputation as a strong leader and an effective legislator, and recognized her as the best possible candidate for the job.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: Announcement of Benson-Brinks Ticket Met with Widespread Enthusiasm from Community Leaders, Nonprofits, and Labor Groups</h4>

<p>Today, the Detroit Original Eastside Slate <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/HTIuqh6XOaP?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn Benson for governor of Michigan. The Eastside Slate has long advocated for the residents of Detroit and fought to ensure their voices are heard at all levels of government. They are committed to elected leaders who will deliver on economic equality and invest in all Detroiters.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Detroit Original Eastside Slate Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, End Citizens United (ECU) endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor.&nbsp;“Secretary Benson has consistently demonstrated the courage and commitment needed to move Michigan forward in these unprecedented times,” <strong>said End Citizens United...</strong></p>

<h4>End Citizens United Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/CPMsIIraGfc?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">announced</a> the endorsement of former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, who is joining her in Traverse City for a "Pints and Politics" conversation focused on lowering costs for Michigan families, defending democracy, and building an economy where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.</p>

<h4>Pete Buttigieg Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor in Traverse City</h4>

<p>Today, on Day 6 of her statewide “Costs Down, Wages Up” tour, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson gained the endorsement of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and unveiled her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/bgI7MTSDrNf?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">environmental plan</a> alongside local leaders, elected officials, and Michiganders. Jocelyn is fighting for a future where Michigan’s Great Lakes are protected from pollution and aging infrastructure, clean energy creates good-paying union jobs without raising costs, and communities are safeguarded from environmental harm.</p>

<h4>Benson Rolls Out Environmental Plan in Grand Rapids, Earns Michigan LCV Endorsement</h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=02b80ada09&amp;e=206b67a443" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">submitted</a> 30,000 petition signatures, more than double the amount required, to earn her place on the ballot. With support from every corner of Michigan, Jocelyn is building a powerful coalition to win in November.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Submits Maximum of 30,000 Signatures to Qualify for the Ballot</h4>

<p>Jocelyn Benson has grown her war chest to $1.9 million since launching her campaign for Governor. With over 14,000 individual contributions and an average donation of $47 since the campaign’s January 22 launch, Secretary Benson’s vision...</p>

<h4>Benson for Governor Has Nearly $2 Million War Chest as New Poll Confirms Benson is the Frontrunner in 2026</h4>

<p>In a new op-ed in the <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=aa58546593&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michigan Chronicle</a>, Jocelyn Benson outlined the impact of the&nbsp; Supreme Court’s decision to gut the Voting Rights Act last week and called on the state legislature to pass the Michigan Voting Rights Act.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Reintroduces Michigan Voting Rights Act, Lays Out Case for Additional Protections</h4>

<p>Today, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson toured the Macomb Community College M3 Facility, the Rising Stars Academy, and then hosted a roundtable with educators and local leaders to discuss ways the next governor can better support our teachers and set students up for success in the job market.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Meets with Educators, Tours Postsecondary Education Schools, Highlights Importance of Supporting Special Education</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson held a press conference alongside healthcare workers in Marquette at the site of the former Marquette Planned Parenthood — one of the four clinics forced to close their doors last year due to Republican-backed cuts to healthcare. Jocelyn discussed her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/11C_UO_rLgm?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plans</a> to expand access to affordable, quality healthcare and tackle the growing physician shortage and healthcare deserts across the Upper Peninsula.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Joins Healthcare Workers, Patients in Marquette, Shares Plans to Expand Healthcare Access in Upper Peninsula</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson delivered her victory speech after officially becoming the Democratic Nominee to be the next Governor of Michigan. In her speech, Jocelyn outlined her plan to build a more affordable Michigan and laid out the stakes of the general elections: who do Michiganders want their next governor working for? The people, or the highest bidder.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>TRANSCRIPT: Jocelyn Benson Delivers Victory Speech After Winning Democratic Nomination for Michigan Governor&nbsp;</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson won the Democratic Nomination to be the next Governor of Michigan in a landslide victory – securing 84% of the vote, and receiving the most votes of any candidate in a statewide primary in Michigan history.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: Jocelyn Benson Enters General Election Ready to Win After “Landslide” Victory</h4>

<p>As absentee ballots go out in Michigan, Jocelyn Benson joined <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/UZnxGskV4uZ?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Electorette</a> to discuss the major challenges facing Michiganders — ranging from sky high costs to threats to their rights and freedoms. Jocelyn shared how she has fought to protect voters as Secretary of State, and how she will continue that work as Governor during this critical moment for democracy.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>LISTEN: Jocelyn Benson Outlines the Stakes of the 2026 Election as Ballots Go Out in Michigan</h4>

<p>During a new interview on CBS’s <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=01a9453f01&amp;e=57368f8389" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Takeout</a>, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson discussed her work protecting the safety and security of Michigan’s elections, even amidst threats of violence against herself and her family.</p>

<h4>WATCH: Benson Discusses Her Fight for Safe, Secure Elections Even in the Face of Threats</h4>

<p>Today, South West Michigan leaders including the Mayor of St. Joseph, school board members, and the president of the Michigan Alliance for Retired Americans endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor. These...</p>

<h4>Southwest Michigan Leaders Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson joined the Southern Wayne County Chamber for a discussion on her plans to make Michigan the best place to live, work, build a business, and raise a family.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Lays Out Economic Development Vision at Southern Wayne County Chamber Forum</h4>

<p>oday, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor of Michigan.&nbsp; “I’m incredibly grateful for the support of Prosecutor Worthy in this campaign,” <strong>said Jocelyn Benson.</strong> “She is the epitome of legal courage...</p>

<h4>Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, the Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters endorsed Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. The group, which represents over 14,000 carpenters, floorlayers, and millwrights across the state, praised Jocelyn’s ironclad commitment to protecting workers’ rights, her track record of making government work for the people, and her plan to lower costs and raise wages.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, after all candidates filed <strong>Benson Campaign Manager Nikki Goldschein </strong>released the following statement:&nbsp; “Today’s fundraising reports make clear that Jocelyn Benson is the strongest candidate to win the Democratic primary for Governor and take on</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Has Strongest Fundraising Haul of the Field, Most Cash on Hand</h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson is launching her “Road to Trifecta” tour, campaigning alongside candidates in battleground state legislative districts across Michigan. The tour builds on Benson’s “Costs Down, Wages Up” tour, where she met with voters to share her plans to lower costs, raise wages, and make Michigan the best place to call home.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Kicks Off “Road to Trifecta” Tour</h4>

<p>Today, Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/1ABmsAEI475?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn Benson to be the next Governor of Michigan. Hammoud joins a broad coalition of mayors, city leaders, and labor organizations who recognize Benson’s track record of delivering for Michiganders and her laser focus on bringing costs down, wages up, and making government work for the people who need it.</p>

<h4>WATCH: Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson joined Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti for a tour of Palmer Park Preparatory Academy in Detroit. Jocelyn met with teachers, administrators, and students, sharing her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/I4UuKpbAbdD?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to reform the education system so that every child in Michigan has access to a world-class education that prepares them for the future.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Tours Detroit Public School, Shares Plans to Transform Education in Michigan</h4>

<p>During an <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=2aedc337f5&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">interview</a> on MS NOW’s The Weekend, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson slammed Donald Trump and the Department of Justice’s latest attempt to sow seeds of doubt about past elections.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WATCH: Benson Slams Trump and DOJ’s Latest Attempt to Sow Seeds of Doubt About Past Elections</h4>

<p>Today, the Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus has proudly endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for Governor of Michigan.</p>

<h4>Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p><em>“I will work tirelessly every day to ensure that every Michigander knows, no matter what party they belong to, no matter where they live, that I work for them.” </em>Yesterday, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson rallied close...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Touts Campaign Milestones, Lays Out Vision for Michigan at “One Year Out” Campaign Event</h4>

<p>On the heels of Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s gubernatorial kick-off, Democratic state lawmakers endorsed Secretary Benson for Governor. Her endorsers include Democratic members of the legislature from across Michigan. “I am incredibly honored...</p>

<h4>Michigan State Lawmakers Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson kicked off her “Costs Down, Wages Up” statewide tour with events across the Detroit metro area. Benson is campaigning to lower costs, raise wages and build a Michigan where everyone can thrive.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Kicks Off “Costs Down, Wages Up” Statewide Tour in Detroit Alongside Michiganders</h4>

<p>Last week, during the Michigan Education Association gubernatorial forum, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson shared her plans to make Michigan’s public schools the best in the country. Her personal story as a former educator, the daughter of special education teachers, and a mom – and her commitment to always standing up to protect Michiganders’ rights and freedoms – resonated with MEA attendees in the audience.</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Impresses at Michigan Education Association Forum<br></h4>

<p>Over the weekend, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson led a group of Michigan lawmakers on a trip to Selma for the 61st Jubilee and march on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. Every year, Benson travels to Selma to march and recommit to continuing the work of the Civil Rights Movement. </p>

<h4>Benson, Michigan Lawmakers Travel to Selma for 61st Jubilee and March on the Edmund Pettus Bridge</h4>

<p>Today, on the heels of her landslide primary victory, Secretary of State and gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson announced that she will participate in two televised debates in Detroit and Grand Rapids in October.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Agrees to Two Televised General Election Debates</h4>

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<p><a href="https://us.list-manage.com/w8b2JvbiNTQ?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">New pollin</a><a href="https://us.list-manage.com/420wKM6uFJ9?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">g</a> conducted by Mitchell Research &amp; Communications shows Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson with an overwhelming 12 percentage point lead in the race for governor. The poll, commissioned by MIRS, shows Benson pulling away from the rest of the field as enthusiasm surges for her plans to lower costs, raise wages, and protect the rights of all Michiganders.</p>

<h4>New Poll Shows Jocelyn Benson with Dominant, Double-Digit Lead in Governor’s Race</h4>

<p>Today, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 26, the West Michigan Stagehands Union, endorsed Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. IATSE Local 26 praised Benson’s track record of standing up to anyone, including the President, to deliver for Michiganders and her laser focus on lowering costs and raising wages.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>West Michigan Stagehands Union (IATSE 26) Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson unveiled her <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=f6b738994f&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">energy affordability agenda</a> with events in Saginaw and Detroit.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Rolls Out Energy Affordability Plan with Michiganders and Elected Leaders in Saginaw and Detroit</h4>

<p>During <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/GqNjK1CR7yZ?e=4ca3c643a9&amp;c2id=3b845e8c771d416001b0bd31decfe025" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">an interview</a> on WDET, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson laid out her vision for a more affordable state and shared stories from Michiganders struggling under skyrocketing costs.</p>

<h4>LISTEN: Benson Vows to Lower Costs, Stand Up for Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson toured new affordable housing facilities in Lansing and shared her plan to drive down the cost of housing. During her visit at the Lansing Housing Commission, Benson toured two of their new buildings – the 220 Riverview Apartments and the Grand Vista Place Apartments.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>In Lansing, Benson Tours New Affordable Housing Units, Shares Plan to Lower Costs for Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson discussed her plan to lower the cost of housing for Michigan families with former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins, local leaders, housing advocates, and residents.</p>

<h4>In Detroit, Benson, Saunteel Jenkins, and Local Leaders Discuss Housing Affordability Crisis</h4>

<p>Today, former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm endorsed Jocelyn Benson for governor of Michigan. Granholm is the second former Michigan governor to endorse Benson.</p>

<h4>Former Governor Jennifer Granholm Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor</h4>

<p><em>“Just like I reformed our Secretary of State offices, I know how to take on big issues in education and get things done.” </em>Yesterday, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson previewed her comprehensive plan to bring Michigan’s public...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Previews Education Agenda at Saginaw Roundtable with Education Leaders, Parents, Students</h4>

<p>Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson kicked off her gubernatorial campaign last week with overwhelming support from Michiganders across the state. She made her vision for the future of Michigan clear in her campaign ad “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02ciyVciMWc">Fair Shot</a>”...</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Jocelyn Benson Launches Gubernatorial Campaign with Momentum and Support Across Michigan</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson took part in the Michigan Education Association’s gubernatorial candidate forum where she shared her vision to make Michigan the best place to be a kid, raise a kid, and call home with fellow educators and union members.</p>

<h4>At Michigan Education Association Forum, Benson Outlines Plan to Invest in Educators</h4>

<p>Following today’s United Auto Workers gubernatorial forum, the Benson for Governor campaign released the below statement:</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Lays Out Vision for Protecting Workers, Raising Wages at UAW Forum</h4>

<p>In a new interview with <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=03a9295a10&amp;e=206b67a443" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">WZMQ</a> during National Military Appreciation Month, Secretary of State and gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson discussed her family's commitment to service, her experience as a military spouse when her husband served overseas, and how she will help ensure veterans can afford to live and thrive in every corner of the state as governor.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WATCH: Jocelyn Shares Experience as a Military Spouse, Vision for Stronger Veteran Support</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Jocelyn Benson <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/HjggKDjY0ID?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">released</a> her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/80N3JLHjtYB?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to reform Michigan’s public education system to provide every child with access to a world-class education. As the daughter of two public school teachers, a former educator, and a mother of a 9 year old son, getting this right for the next generation of Michiganders is personal. That’s why she’s worked with teachers, administrators, and educators to build a plan that directly addresses the struggles teachers and students are facing.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Rolls Out “Bold” Plan to Build a World-Class Education for Every Michigan Child</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson celebrated the Fourth of July alongside Michiganders at parades across South East Michigan.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Celebrates Fourth of July Alongside Michiganders Across Detroit</h4>

<p>Today, the United Food and Commercial Workers union Local 951, the largest private sector union in Michigan, announced their endorsement of Jocelyn Benson’s run for governor.&nbsp; “I am proud to stand with the largest union in...</p>

<h4>UFCW Local 951, Representing 30,000 Michiganders, Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson shared her plans to lower costs and raise wages in Bay City during her statewide “Costs Down, Wages Up” tour.</p>

<h4>Benson Shares Plans to Lower Costs, Raise Wages in Bay City</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson wrapped up her week-long “Costs Down, Wages Up” statewide tour. Jocelyn heard from small business owners, farmers, local leaders, and Michiganders across the state about how rising costs are impacting their lives. At every stop, she shared her affordability agenda to put more money in Michiganders’ pockets, and drew a clear contrast: the choice between a governor who fights to lower costs, or Republicans who have put politics over Michigan families.</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Makes Affordability Agenda Her North Star on “Costs Down, Wages Up” Tour</h4>

<p>New reporting from <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=507d1c1050&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The 19th</a> highlights Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson’s path to public service from Selma to Michigan, her commitment to protecting Michiganders’ rights and freedoms, and how she’ll deliver for Michigan as governor.</p>

<h4>The 19TH: Jocelyn Benson’s Journey to the Michigan Governor’s Race</h4>

<p>This weekend, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson joined&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mi-secretary-of-state-jocelyn-benson-on-her-campaign/id1629482392?i=1000777315562" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Back Room with Andy Ostroy</a>&nbsp;to share her plans to lower costs, raise wages, and protect Michiganders’ rights and freedoms. While Donald Trump and the Michigan GOP are wasting Michiganders’ time relitigating debunked conspiracy theories from six years ago, Jocelyn was clear: the job of the next governor is tackling Michigan’s affordability crisis.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>LISTEN: Jocelyn Benson Calls Out GOP Lies, Lays Out Plan to Make Life More Affordable for Michiganders</h4>

<p><em>"Every day we don't tackle this crisis is another day Michigan families are choosing between prescriptions and groceries." </em>Today, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson unveiled her...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson for Governor Rolls Out Healthcare Affordability Agenda</h4>

<p>Today during the Mackinac Policy Conference, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson stood with state lawmakers to highlight her campaign's momentum and her agenda to lower costs and raise wages as governor.</p>

<h4>Benson Highlights Momentum and Her Promise to Lower Costs and Raise Wages Alongside Lawmakers</h4>

<p>Today, Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield endorsed Jocelyn Benson to be the next governor of Michigan. Mayor Sheffield was joined by Jocelyn in Detroit this afternoon to make the announcement.</p>

<h4>Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p><em>Benson raised $1.2 million since July, maintains nearly $3 million cash on hand&nbsp;. </em>Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson reports another historic haul of $1.2 million raised this period, bringing her total fundraising to...</p>

<h4>Benson for Governor Announces Record-Breaking $4.7 Million Haul Since Launch</h4>

<p>Today, Reverend Horace Sheffield, a longtime community activist, pastor, and radio host in Detroit, endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor of Michigan...</p>

<h4>Detroit Rev. Horace Sheffield Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson’s campaign for Governor launched its first television ad of the general election, “<a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=6343c1a3f3&amp;e=486aa7a2e0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">That’s Me</a>,” as part of a $10 million broadcast, cable, and streaming reservation.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>FIRST TV AD: Benson Campaign Up On Airwaves with New Ad “That’s Me” </h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson’s campaign for governor announced it has reserved $10 million in air time starting in September – an eight-figure statewide investment that will carry Benson’s message of lowering costs, raising wages, and fighting corruption through the fall. The reservation underscores Benson’s commanding position ahead of tomorrow’s primary and solidifies her strong position in the general.</p>

<h4>Benson Campaign Reserves $10 Million in Ad Time for General Election</h4>

<p>Tonight, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson met with the Detroit Federation of Teachers and shared her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/HzTA30D3ASW?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to reform Michigan’s public education system. Joined by local educators, Jocelyn outlined how her administration will work to provide every child in Michigan with access to a world-class education that prepares them for the future.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Joins Detroit Federation of Teachers, Highlights Her Plan to Transform Education System</h4>

<p>In the aftermath of the Michigan House GOP’s vote to advance a state budget that would slash education resources, food and child care assistance, and other programs essential to Michiganders’ well-being, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson...</p>

<h4>WATCH: Jocelyn Benson Calls Out Michigan House GOP for Disastrous Budget Proposal, Urges Bipartisan Solutions</h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson announced her <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=2642f981b8&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">transparency agenda</a> — her plan to hold leaders accountable and ensure they are working for the people, not the highest bidder. Her plan will deliver the accountability, transparency, and results that Michiganders deserve by banning dark money, backroom deals, and undisclosed influence.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Announces Transparency and Accountability Agenda to Take on Corruption and Make Government Work for Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, representing thousands of Michiganders across 20 airlines, endorsed Jocelyn Benson in the race for Governor of Michigan. “I’ll always stand with workers – and that includes the flight attendants...</p>

<h4>Association of Flight Attendants-CWA Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson unveiled her <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=f6b738994f&amp;e=206b67a443" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">energy affordability agenda</a> with events in Saginaw and Detroit.</p>

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