Jocelyn Benson Phone Banks with University of Michigan Students to Elect Democrats Across the State

Last night, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson joined the University of Michigan College Democrats for a phone bank to share the Democratic ticket’s vision to lower costs, raise wages, and end corruption.

In the final week of her campaign, Jocelyn Benson has been rallying voters to elect Democrats up and down the ballot and win back a Democratic trifecta. Jocelyn and University of Michigan students spoke to voters from across the state, and shared how the Benson-Brinks administration will get to work delivering for Michiganders on day one and build a more affordable Michigan.

“The calls you are making make a difference. So get back on there, talk to voters, and let them know there's a real choice that they face this year: a choice between leaders who will fight for the people, and a choice between leaders who will just do whatever Donald Trump asks,” said Jocelyn Benson. “If you're like us, and believe that we can drive down costs, get more well-paying jobs for everyone, end corruption, get money out of politics, ensure that our schools are great and well-funded, get tuition down here at U of M, then work with us. Fight with us. Elect Democrats up and down the ticket that will fight to make life better for all. That's what we're fighting for.”

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CBS Detroit: Benson looks to young voters in final push in Michigan gubernatorial race

[Terrell Bailey, 10/29/26]

Democratic Michigan gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson is working to get more young voters involved as the November midterm approaches.

Benson joined University of Michigan students for a campaign phone bank, where students called Michigan voters ages 18 to 24 to encourage them to vote Tuesday. The effort focuses on reaching younger voters through their peers.

"Whether or not you say you do politics or don't, politics is going to do you regardless," said Stella Camerlengo, who is involved with College Democrats at the University of Michigan. "Politics impacts every single corner of our lives."

State data found 59.2% of active registered voters ages 18 to 29 did not cast a ballot in the 2022 election. Benson said students are playing an important role in encouraging their generation to participate.

"They're at the front lines of making sure their generation has a say in defining their future," Benson said.

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During the event, Benson also discussed issues affecting Michigan families, including utility costs and health care.

Benson said that, if elected, she would prioritize restructuring state government during her first 100 days in office. She said that could include changes to the Michigan Public Service Commission, which regulates utilities and reviews rate requests from companies such as DTE Energy.

"I think it needs to be revamped," she said.

She said the commission needs to be more transparent, end what she called "profit-driven rate hikes," and hold utility companies accountable.

Health care costs were another concern raised by students. Sophomore Abby Dean said her family has been affected by the cost of medical bills as her mother undergoes cancer treatment.

"My mom has cancer, and my family is deeply affected by the cost of medical bills," Dean said. "It's so hard for us to make our bills."

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