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August 4, 2026 Michigan Democratic Party State Primary

Candidates for State Representative District 8, Michigan

Helena Scott - D

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Deanne Austin - D

Chris Gilmer-Hill - D

►Websitewww.chrisgilmerhill.com/

Fedor Kinaya - D

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Helena Scott

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