LANSING — In yesterday’s primary election in the 35th State Senate District, Democratic turnout significantly exceeded Republican turnout—another sign of growing Democratic enthusiasm and energy both here in Michigan and across the country.
More than 26,000 votes were cast in the Democratic primary, compared to 18,000 in the Republican primary. Both parties had contested primaries that drew several candidates, but more than 8,000 voters turned out for the Democratic candidates rather than the Republican candidates. Marine veteran and public servant Chedrick Greene won the Democratic primary and now faces ultra-wealthy, elite Republican extremist Jason Tunney in the May special election.
“These results show that Michigan Democrats are fired up and energized to vote because of what’s going on in our country, as Donald Trump, Matt Hall, and MAGA Republicans wreak havoc on pocketbooks, rip away health care, and make life worse for working families,” said Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel. “Across the country and right here in Michigan, Democrats are building momentum and winning races in both swing and deep-red districts because we’re focused on the issues that matter most and fighting for families. Meanwhile, Republicans are continuing to gut health care and bow down to Trump and corporations at every turn.
“After trying to meddle in our primary, it looks like Republicans should’ve saved their money for the general election—they’re going to need it. This special election in May will just be a taste of what’s coming for Republicans in November.”
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