Politics & Government

August Primary: Grosse Pointe Election Guide

There are many familiar names on the list of candidates seeking votes in the August primary and many newcomers, offering a variety of backgrounds and experience.

More and more political campaigning signs are popping up on the lawns of Grosse Pointers each day as the Aug. 7 primary election draws closer.

There are a variety of races in the Grosse Pointes, including U.S. Senator, U.S. Representative, Michigan Representative and Wayne County Commissioner. There are also several seats being sought that serve all of Wayne County, including prosecutor, sheriff, clerk and more.

In August, voters will narrow the field for the Nov. 6 general election, which includes the presidential race. The last day to register for the August Primary is July 9.

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Due to redistricting last year for the Michigan House of Representatives, the Grosse Pointes are now divided into two districts rather than one, meaning Pointers will be voting on different candidates.

The first district includes: Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse Pointe Shores, Harper Woods and part of Detroit. The second district includes: the City of Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe Park and part of Detroit.

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Despite strong opposition of splitting up the Grosse Pointes, the re-districting was approved by the governor and some officials are concerned that it dilutes resprentation for the Pointes in Lansing.

Here are the positions and those seeking the election. Candidates with campaign websites have been hyperlinked to their website for more information:

U.S. Senator

Democratic Ticket:

Republican Ticket:

U.S. Representative -- 14th District

Democratic Ticket:

Republican Ticket:

Michigan State Representative -- 1st DISTRICT (Grosse Pointe Shores, Grosse Pointe Woods, Harper Woods and part of Detroit)

Democratic Ticket:

Republican Ticket:

Michigan State Representative -- 2nd DISTRICT (Grosse Pointe Farms, City of Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Park and part of Detroit)

Democratic Ticket:

  • Tim Bledsoe, of the City of Grosse Pointe
  • Alberta Tinsley Talabi, of Detroit
  • Anthony Zander, of Detroit

Republican Ticket:

  • Daniel Corrigan Grano, of Grosse Pointe Park

Wayne County Commissioner -- 1st District

Democratic Ticket:

  • Frank Accavitti, Jr., of Grosse Pointe Shores
  • Tim Killeen, of Detroit

Republican Ticket:

  • Shirley Hanna Nagel, of Grosse Pointe Farms
  • Robert Sheehy, of Grosse Pointe Woods


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