Michigan Association for Justice Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor
Today, the Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ) endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor.
“Jocelyn Benson is a proven advocate for Michigan, with a strong record of leadership as Secretary of State and as Dean of Wayne State University Law School,” said Nick Andrews, President of the Michigan Association for Justice. “Throughout her career, she has demonstrated the ability to repair broken systems, strengthen public trust, and ensure the government works for all Michiganders. As trial attorneys, we fight every day for justice on behalf of those who need it most, and those same people deserve a governor who has dedicated her life to advancing justice. That leader is Jocelyn Benson.”
“At this moment, the mission of the Michigan Association for Justice has never been more vital, and I’m honored to have their support in this race,” said Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson. “We are living through a time when the very foundations of justice are under threat and I’m proud to unite with MAJ to fight against any bully or billionaire who would threaten Michiganders. I know right now it feels a lot like government too often is showing up everywhere we don’t want it and no where we actually need it, but I’ve shown that state government can actually make your life easier, meet you where you are, save you time, and save you money. And I’ll do the same as governor.”
MAJ is a non-profit membership association dedicated to advancing the needs and interests of trial lawyers in pursuit of a fair and effective legal system. With more than 1,300 members from all corners of Michigan in firms of every size, MAJ is Michigan’s most connected organization of trial lawyers.
The Michigan Association for Justice joins a growing coalition of supporters across the state for Jocelyn's campaign for governor. Jocelyn has received labor endorsements from Michigan Laborers Council, the majority of the Michigan Teamsters Locals, UFCW Locals 876 and 951 in Southfield and Grand Rapids, and the Association of Flight Attendants - CWA as well as national organizations including EMILYs List and End Citizens United. She also has the support of over 20 state legislators, the Michigan Democrat Party’s Black Caucus and nearly two dozen municipal leaders from across Michigan including the mayors of Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Cadillac, Highland Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, and Berkeley.
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