Through the general election on November 5, we will highlight races generally considered swing seats. The candidate’s website and professional information are listed when available.
District Overview
The 28th House District is located in Monroe and Wayne Counties. The district includes Flat Rock, Rockwood, Newport, and Woodhaven, and portions of Taylor.
Commentary
The district is a toss-up, and the Democratic party is targeting this seat to flip it from R to D. Representative Thompson is running for her second term in the House, facing a political newcomer, Janise O’Neal Robinson. This seat will be a key one to watch this November.
Democratic Candidate:
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- Janise O’Neal Robinson – Teacher.
Republican Candidate:
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- Representative Jamie Thompson – State representative, nurse.
