Jocelyn Benson

Governor of Michigan

DemocraticActive CandidateVerified

State of Michigan2026 Michigan Gubernatorial ElectionElection Date: Nov 3, 2026

Filing Status

Filed — active candidate, Democratic primary (August 4, 2026)

Official Links

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Position Summary

Michigan's current Secretary of State and the Democratic frontrunner for Governor in the 2026 race. Benson's public record centers on election administration and voter access; her gubernatorial campaign has emphasized affordability, jobs, and continuing the state's infrastructure and education investments.

Issue Positions

Only officially published positions are shown.

Housing

Campaign messaging emphasizes housing affordability as part of a broader cost-of-living platform.

Education

Has voiced support for continued state investment in K-12 funding and literacy programs.

Public Safety

Platform references continuing state-level gun violence prevention efforts.

How these positions were determined

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Sources

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