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Jun
23
2026
PRESS RELEASE

Emgage Action Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor

Today, Emgage Action endorsed Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. Emgage, one of the largest Muslim American civic organizations in the country, praised Jocelyn’s track record of protecting Michiganders’ rights in their endorsement.


“Jocelyn’s career has been defined by her commitment to civil rights and public service. As Secretary of State, she partnered with leaders and advocates in the Arab American community to expand voter access, increase language accessibility, combat misinformation, and protect the rights of Muslim and Arab American citizens in each election she oversaw,” said the board members of Emgage Action. “Jocelyn listens, she shows up, and she delivers results. We trust her to continue fighting for the rights, freedoms, and opportunities of our community and all Michiganders, and that’s why we’re proud to endorse her.”


“I’m honored to have the support of Emgage in this campaign to make life better and more affordable for all Michiganders,” said Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson. “Over the years, I’ve worked closely with Emgage and spent time listening to Michigan’s Arab American community about the opportunities they want to create for their families. Those conversations have shaped my work, strengthened my commitment to public service, and reminded me why I fight every day for a Michigan where everyone can thrive. As governor, I’ll continue engaging directly with them as I work to lower costs, raise wages, and protect the rights and freedoms of all Michiganders.”


Emgage Action is the latest to join a growing coalition of state and local leaders, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations supporting Benson to be Michigan’s next governor including the Michigan Association of Justice, the Michigan Democratic Party’s Black Caucus, the Detroit Original Eastside Slate, EMILYs List, and End Citizen United, among others. You can find a full list of endorsements here.

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