DETROIT — Yesterday, the Michigan Democratic Party endorsed several candidates for key statewide positions, as more than 7,200 members showed up at the 2026 Endorsement Convention—the party’s largest convention in history.
After the convention, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement:
“Yesterday’s record-breaking turnout was more proof that enthusiasm is on our side and that Democrats are energized heading into November. I’d like to thank Michigan Democrats from every corner of the state who showed up and made their voices heard.
“Congratulations to each of the endorsed candidates on their victories. As we now come together as one party, I look forward to working with each of the endorsed candidates as we fight to lower costs for working families and stand up against the Trump administration.
“I’d also like to extend my deepest gratitude and appreciation to every candidate who ran for office. Michigan Democrats are truly proud to have such a deep bench of leaders to choose from, and we’re grateful to each candidate for their service to our party.”
“Looking ahead, Michigan Democrats are fired up and ready to win up and down the ballot this November.”
The Michigan Democratic Party endorsed the following candidates:
- Garlin Gilchrist for Secretary of State
- Eli Savit for Attorney General
- Megan Cavanagh and Noah Hood for Supreme Court
- Judith Pritchett and Tiffany Tilley for State Board of Education
- Kelly Tebay Zemke and Brianna Scott for Michigan State University Board of Trustees
- Shereef Akeel and Richard Mack for Wayne State University Board of Governors
- Paul Brown and Amir Makled for University of Michigan Board of Regents
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