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Apr
15
2026
PRESS RELEASE

State Senators Sam Singh and Jeff Irwin, and Representative Veronica Paiz Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor

Today, State Senators Sam Singh and Jeff Irwin, and State Representative Veronica Paiz endorsed Jocelyn Benson for governor.


“Michigan needs a governor with a track record of making government work, and Jocelyn Benson is that leader. She transformed the Secretary of State’s office from one of the worst in the country into a national model, and as governor will do the same for Michigan as a whole – creating a world-class education system that prepares our young people for the jobs of tomorrow and building an economy that works for everyone,” said State Senator Sam Singh. “Jocelyn is the champion that Michigan needs, and that’s why today I’m proud to endorse her for governor.” 


“People across Michigan are struggling to get by amidst skyrocketing costs – especially for housing and energy. Jocelyn Benson is the only candidate in this race who is focused on practical steps to lower these costs and that’s why I’m supporting her for governor,” said State Senator Jeff Irwin. “She has what it takes to work with anyone to put more money in Michiganders’ pockets. She’s already been a strong partner as Secretary of State, so I trust her to lead our state to a brighter future as our next governor.”


“With costs up and our freedoms under attack, Michiganders need a leader who will tackle head on the diverse challenges we face. Michiganders can count on Jocelyn Benson as Governor to tackle affordability, raise wages, and protect our rights and safety. That's why I enthusiastically support her to be our next Governor,” said State Representative Veronica Paiz.


“I’m honored to have the support of State Senators Sam Singh and Jeff Irwin, and State Representative Veronica Paiz, as Team Benson continues to grow,” said Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson. “With these leaders alongside me, we will fight to raise wages, lower costs, and make government work for the people. Together, we can make Michigan a place where everyone can thrive.”

State Senators Sam Singh and Jeff Irwin, and State Representative Veronica Paiz join a growing coalition of state and local leaders and labor organizations supporting Jocelyn Benson for Governor.

Additional lawmakers on Team Benson include State leaders: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri, Sean McCann, Rosemary Bayer, Sue Shink, Dayna Polehanki, Jeremy Moss, Phil Skaggs, Joey Andrews, Jason Morgan, Carrie Rheingans, Dylan Wegela, Jennifer Conlin, Kelly Breen, Natalie Price, Denise Mentzer, Julie Brixie, Betsy Coffia, Noah Arbit, Penelope Tsernoglou, Jimmie Wilson, Tonya Meyers Phillips, Emily Dievendorf, Samantha Steckloff, Stephen Wooden, Jason Hoskins, Morgan Foreman, Darrin Camilleri, Paul Wojno, Laurie Pohutsky, Stephanie Chang, Sarah Anthony, and Mai Xiong. You can find a full list of endorsements, here.

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