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Candidates & Ballot Information

Kent County has earned the title of a “battleground” county by Politico, and Forest Hills plays a large role in election outcomes. 

 

Rationally focused on key issues like strong public schools, the environment, gun sensibility, and reproductive rights, Democrats are attracting more support in our communities. PLEASE vote all the way down the ballot every election. When more Democrats vote, we win!

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Next Election: August 6, 2024 (State Primary)

 

Nearly every office is on the ballot in 2024 and term limits are lengthening. Now is the time to elect Democrats at the township level and for: 

  • County Commission 

  • State House 

  • U.S. House of Representatives 

  • U.S. Senate 

  • President 

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View the current list of primary candidates here (Kent County Elections). 

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The general election is November 5, 2024. 

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Two Board of Education seats for Forest Hills Public Schools will appear on the November ballot and it's critical to choose pro-public education candidates. 

Donate!

Contribute to our fund and we will direct the donations to the candidates and important local races.

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3 Reasons to Donate Money to the Forest Hills Dems:

 

You Agree With Our Values.

Before giving money to candidates, we ask them to review our values statement and identify any areas they disagree with. If the misalignment is serious, we won't give to that candidate - or will likely give less, depending on whom they are running against.

 

You Have Already Reached the Allowable Donation Limit for Your Favorite Candidate(s).

Donations to a PAC do not count towards the individual limits for political donations for specific candidates. When you give to a PAC, you cannot designate which candidate your contribution will go to, but we are transparent about our values and the slate of candidates we support.

 

After the Election, Our Collective Voice is Stronger.

As an organization, we will continue to engage with candidates after they are elected. Of course, we encourage individual citizens to do so as well, but we recognize the power of our collective voice. Our voice is made stronger by helping them get elected both by grassroots support - and contributions.

 

Why Not Give to FH Dems? Direct Giving Might Be the Better Option for You.

If you have specific candidates you love, by all means, please give to their campaigns directly! We believe our PAC has a role to play in getting strong candidates elected at the local and state levels, but regardless of how you choose to give, we welcome your involvement and support and hope you will join us at our events.

Serving Our Districts

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U.S. House Michigan District 3 (Congress)

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Congresswoman Hillary Scholten

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Rep. Scholten flipped the district and now represents West Michigan in Washington! 

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hillaryscholten.com

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State Senate, District 30

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Let's win back this seat! 

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Senate District 30 went red in 2022 after a very close race. 

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State House, District 80

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Rep. Phil Skaggs

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Rep. Skaggs elevated his experience on City and County Commission and now serves the Cascade and Kentwood area at the state level.

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www.philskaggs.com

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State House, District 81

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Rep. Rachel Hood

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Rep. Hood serves West Michiganders in Ada after winning re-election in this new district. 

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www.hoodforthehouse.com

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Townships and County Commission​

Recruiting NOW for November 2024

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We're seeking Democrats to run for township offices in Ada and Cascade and to serve on the county commission. Contact us today to ask questions, receive training, and obtain campaign support. 

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