2026 Michigan General Election

2026 Michigan Primary Election

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Anthony Eid - Community Development Advocates of Detroit

Anthony Eid is a first-generation American of Chaldean and Lebanese descent, raised in southeast Michigan. He earned bachelor degrees in biology and in psychology  from Wayne State University, as well as a master's degree in medical sciences from Wayne State University School of Medicine. 

Anthony is a Senior Director of Public Policy. He works at Community Development Advocates of Detroit. He previously served as chairman of the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission and worked as a consultant with community organizations on public policy and stakeholder engagement.

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Anthony currently serves as Senior Director of Public Policy at Community Development Advocates of Detroit, and as Director of Policy and Advocacy at COTS (Coalition on Temporary Shelter). He previously worked as a clinical researcher with the Association of American Medical Colleges. 

Anthony Eid held public office as chairman of the inaugural Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, an appointment during the 2020 redistricting cycle.

Anthony currently serves as a member and chairman of the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, a position he has held since 2024. He was appointed as a commissioner in 2020. 


Supports innovative policies to address homelessness and improve access to basic services

- Supports innovative policies to address homelessness and improve access to basic services

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As of May 7, 2026, Anthony Eid did not have a website or any information online.

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Supports independent, transparent redistricting processes that reduce gerrymandering and increase civic participation.

- Supports independent, transparent redistricting processes that reduce gerrymandering and increase civic participation.

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Voting & Elections

As of May 7, 2026, Anthony Eid’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Arthur Harrington is from Detroit, Michigan. He graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit. He is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.

Arthur Harrington pivoted to Harris while focusing on serving Detroit

Arthur's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first time running for public office.

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As of May 8, 2026, Arthur Harrington did not have a website or any information online.

As of May 8, 2026, Arthur Harrington’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Bryant Hepp is currently a social worker and urban planner.

Bryant Hepp's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first time running for public office.

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Bryant's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first time running for public office.

Wants to remove zoning barriers and support a Detroit Land Value Tax to help residents remain in their homes.

Supports fully funding the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT).

Wants to end auto insurance redlining practices.

- Wants to remove zoning barriers and support a Detroit Land Value Tax to help residents remain in their homes.
- Supports fully funding the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT).
- Wants to end auto insurance redlining practices.

As of May 7, 2026, Bryant Hepp’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Darryl Ervin is originally from Detroit, Michigan. He earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Michigan State University's Broad College of Business. Darryl has a wife and three children. 

FROM SERVICE TO STATEHOUSE: DARRYL ERVIN’S RUN FOR MICHIGAN HOUSE DISTRICT 9

Darryl currently serves as a legislative aide to State Senator Stephanie Chang in Michigan Senate District 3. He previously worked as a financial analyst at Deloitte. He founded SLS Detroit, a nonprofit organization focused on service, leadership, and skills development for young people in Detroit, and serves on the board of directors of buildOn, a national organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through education and service. 


Darryl Ervin's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first time running for public office.

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Darryl's campaign for Michigan State Representative for District 9, is his first time running for public office.

Prioritizes investment in affordable housing.

- Prioritizes investment in affordable housing.

As of May 7, 2026, Darryl J. Ervin’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Wants to ensure clean air and water for Detroit communities.

- Wants to ensure clean air and water for Detroit communities.

Darryl J. Ervin

Karriem Holman lives in Detroit, Michigan. He earned a bachelor's degree from Howard University. 

Karriem currently serves as Principal of kpolitics, a Detroit-based lobbying and government relations firm he founded. He previously served as Senior Policy Advisor to the Detroit City Council's Office of President Pro Tem Mary Sheffield. He also previously worked as a senior communications Advisor at 99 Solutions, LLC, a New York City lobbying firm. Karriem previously served as a Community Relations Advisor at Bill Lynch Associates in New York, and as a development associate at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. 

Karriem Holman's campaign for Michigan State Representative, Democratic Primary is her first entry into politics.

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Karriem's campaign for Michigan House District 9 is his first run for public office.

As of May 7, 2026, Karriem Holman’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Karriem Holman

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Patricia's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is her first time running for public office.

As of May 7, 2026, Patricia Hurt did not have a website or any information online.

Advocates for increased state funding specifically for classroom technology and teacher retention programs in urban districts.

Advocates for stricter enforcement of local air quality standards and the cleanup of abandoned commercial lots.

Pledges to increase state oversight of municipal transportation departments to ensure rider safety and the reliability of city buses.

Patricia Hurt

Patricia Washington-Hurt lives in Detroit.

Patricia was previously an educator for Detroit Public Schools. She was also a Democratic precinct delegate and a community advocate.

Patricia previously ran as a write-in candidate for the Detroit City Council At-large in 2025. 

- Supports property tax freezes for legacy residents and the expansion of state-funded senior wellness programs.

- Advocates for increased state funding specifically for classroom technology and teacher retention programs in urban districts.

- Advocates for stricter enforcement of local air quality standards and the cleanup of abandoned commercial lots.

- Pledges to increase state oversight of municipal transportation departments to ensure rider safety and the reliability of city buses.

Patricia Hurt's campaign for Michigan House District 9 is her first run for public office. 

As of May 7, 2026, Patricia Hurt’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Rick Silva is from Michigan. He and his wife, Kimberly, live in Corktown, where they are expecting their first child this June.

Rick Silva is from Michigan. He and his wife live in Corktown.

Rick is currently a public service organizer & educator. He was previously a chief of staff for Detroit city councilmember Janeé Ayers.

Rick's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first time running for public office.

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Rick's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first run for public office.

Advocates for rent stabilization and increased protections against unfair evictions for legacy Detroit residents.

Supports the "Building an Economy for All" initiative, focusing on small business grants and job training programs that prioritize Detroit residents

- Advocates for rent stabilization and increased protections against unfair evictions for legacy Detroit residents.
- Supports the "Building an Economy for All" initiative, focusing on small business grants and job training programs that prioritize Detroit residents

As of May 7, 2026, Rick Silva’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Advocates for treating high-speed internet as a public utility and supports municipal investment in community-led wireless networks.

- Advocates for treating high-speed internet as a public utility and supports municipal investment in community-led wireless networks.

Rick Silva

Rick Silva is from Michigan. He and his wife, Kimberly, live in Corktown, where they are expecting their first child.

Rick has worked in government, education, and public service. 

Rick Silva's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first time running for public office.

Rick Silva is from Michigan. He and his wife, Kimberly, live in Corktown, where they’re getting ready to welcome their first child this June. They also have a dog, Atticus, and a cat, Roman.

Rick has spent his career in public service, organizing, and working in government. Most recently, he has worked in education.

Rick previously ran for Michigan State Representative in 2024 but did not win.

Rick Silva's campaign for the Michigan House of Representatives to represent District 9.

Rick Silva's campaign for Michigan House of Representatives District 9.

Rick Silva's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, is his first entry into politics.

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Toni Mua has a bachelor's degree in business administration and management and master's degree in public administration. 

Before entering politics, Toni was a makeup artist and beauty professional for New York Fashion Week. 

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Previously, Toni was a makeup artist and beauty professional for New York Fashion Week. 

Toni previously ran for state representative in 2022 but did not win.

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Toni previously ran for Michigan House District 10 in 2022, but did not win.

As of May 7, 2026, Toni Mua’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Toni Mua

Toni is a make-up artist and beauty professional. She works at New York Fashion Week.

Toni Mua's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 9, Democratic Primary is her first entry into politics.

Willie is a doctoral student and a graduate teaching assistant at the University of Michigan. He previously worked as a public health analyst at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

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Willie previously served as a member of the Detroit Board of Police Commissioners, representing District 5. He left office in 2026. He also ran for Detroit City Council, District 5, in 2025, but did not win. He previously ran for Michigan State Representative, District 4, in 2010, but did not win.

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Willie Burton

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