The People’s Coalition Secures Near Sweep at Michigan Democratic Party Endorsement Convention Through Broad, Diverse Coalition

[Detroit, MI] — [4/20/2026] — The Michigan Democratic Party (MDP) Endorsement Convention this weekend resulted in a near sweep for The People’s Coalition’s endorsed slate, powered by a broad, diverse coalition spanning the full spectrum of the party.

The People’s Coalition is proud to celebrate the victories of its endorsed candidates, including: 

• Eli Savit for Attorney General

• Garlin Gilchrist for Secretary of State

• Amir Makled for University of Michigan Regent

• Shereef Akeel and Richard Mack Jr for Wayne State University Board of Governors

• Tiffany Tilley and Judith Pritchett for State Board of Education

This outcome reflects a coalition and a movement that brought together progressives, leftists, centrists, and many who don’t fit neatly into any label—united instead by shared priorities, a belief in a people-first agenda, and a commitment to pushing back against corporate and special interest group influence in our politics. Across backgrounds, communities, and viewpoints, voters came together around practical, widely supported issues, such as affordable healthcare, accessible housing, fair wages, strong public schools, and human rights.

“These wins show what’s possible when people focus on real issues instead of labels,” said Rima Mohammad, Co-Founder of The People’s Coalition. “We saw a beautiful, diverse coalition come together around simple but urgent priorities that affect everyday life.”

“These results came from real organizing and real trust,” said Arika Lycan, Co-Founder of The People’s Coalition. “We built early, stayed consistent, and stayed focused on what people actually care about—and that’s what brought people out.”

The results were made possible by a coordinated, volunteer-powered effort across the state. The coalition mobilized thousands of people from across Michigan to attend and participate in the convention. Organizational partners helped lay the groundwork months in advance through the People’s Power tour and member organizing. A volunteer team of more than 70 people supported outreach efforts on the ground, helping mobilize and engage attendees throughout the weekend.

The results send a clear message: a people-first agenda, grounded in fairness and opportunity, has broad support, and that grassroots organizing and going directly to the people is critical to building it.

As momentum continues to grow, The People’s Coalition remains committed to building on this foundation—bringing more people in, strengthening partnerships, and continuing the work of delivering real results for communities across Michigan.