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Karen Whitsett
NONPARTISAN
Karen Whitsett is running for Detroit City Council Member, District 7.
Personal background
Karen Whitsett is from Detroit, Michigan. She graduated from Cody High School. She lives with her husband, Jason. They have one child. She is Christian.
Professional background
Before taking public office, Karen worked as a personal banker at Fifth Third Bank from 2009 to 2010 and as a virtual service representative at Transom from 2015 to 2016. She also worked as a community organizer.
Political background
Karen Whitsett is currently a member of the Michigan House of Representatives. She was first elected in 2018 and is currently serving her fourth term.
Economy
Supports legislation aimed at improving labor shortages and job creation.
Supports pension tax cuts for people receiving previously earned benefits.
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Housing & Urban Development
As of August 12, 2025, Karen Whitsett’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Public Safety
As a state representative, proposed laws to make it easier for survivors to report assault.
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Healthcare
Opposed eliminating the mandatory 24-hour waiting period before getting an abortion and allowing Medicaid to cover abortion costs.
Supports accessible healthcare.
As a state representative, co-sponsored a mental health bill package to reduce administrative fees, improve service access, and increase care quality.
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Public Services
Supports prioritizing improvements to public education.
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Energy & the Environment
Believes illegal junkyards and auto lots harm the environment and public health.
Believes in "environmental justice for all."
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Transportation & Infrastructure
As a state representative, voted "yes" on a state budget that included "historic investments" in infrastructure.
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