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.

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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

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

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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.

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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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