Leading up to the August 4 primary, we are highlighting key races shaped by voter demographics in the district. Candidate websites and professional backgrounds are listed when available.
District Overview
The district includes Auburn Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Lake Angelus, Lathrup Village, Southfield, and portions of Detroit, Southfield Township and Waterford Township.
Commentary
After serving 12 years in the Michigan Legislature, Democratic Senator Jeremy Moss is term-limited from running for reelection. This open seat has a strong 73% Democratic base, making that race the key to who will represent this seat next term.
Democratic Candidates:
-
- Jason Hoskins – State representative, attorney, former legislative staffer.
- Shadia Martini – Former professor at the University of Aleppo, small business owner.
- Rakesh Ramakrishnan – Surgeon.
