Michigan NOW
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2026 Election Cycle

Michigan NOW Endorsements

Candidates who stand with women on the issues that matter most — and have earned our backing.

Who We Endorse

Every Michigan NOW endorsement is earned. Candidates complete our questionnaire, sit for chapter interviews, and demonstrate a record — not just rhetoric — on our five pillars: reproductive rights, economic justice, racial justice, LGBTQ+ equality, and constitutional equality.

Endorsements are voted on by our chapters and state leadership. An endorsement means Michigan NOW members are backing that candidate because the candidates embodies the core values that are important to NOW members, with our name on the line.

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Democrat

Jocelyn Benson

Governor of Michigan

Michigan NOW Endorsed

A proven champion for voting rights and public education, ready to lead Michigan forward.

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Democrat

Garlin Gilchrist

Secretary of State

Michigan NOW Endorsed

Committed to protecting the freedom to vote and expanding access to the ballot for every Michigander.

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Democrat

Eli Savit

Michigan Attorney General

Michigan NOW Endorsed

Champion for reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ equality.

AEHeadshot of Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan NOW-endorsed candidate for Michigan State Senate
Democrat

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed

Michigan State Senate

NOW PAC National Endorsement

Fierce advocate for equal pay and working families.

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Democrat

Jennifer Lawrence

Washtenaw County Probate Court Judge

Michigan NOW Endorsed

Judicial integrity with dignity, compassion, and accountability for every family that comes before the court.

RMMichigan NOW candidate endorsement graphic for Robyn McGregor, Oakland Community College Trustee
Democrat

Robyn McGregor

Oakland Community College Trustee

Michigan NOW Endorsed

A record of educational excellence and community service — investing in Oakland County students.

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Democrat

Amy Mindell

West Bloomfield Township Trustee

Michigan NOW Endorsed

Responsible leadership with transparency and accountability for West Bloomfield Township.

Every endorsement above was voted on by Michigan NOW chapters and state leadership for the 2026 election cycle.

Seeking Our Endorsement?

Candidates and campaigns can apply for Michigan NOW endorsement. Tell us where you stand on the issues that matter to Michigan women.

Apply for Endorsement