In Michigan, incumbents campaign on the public’s dime

By: Andrew Bashi

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: June 4, 2026

Words: 1,234

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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Over a period of around three weeks, I’ve pulled three mailers out of my mailbox from my state representative, Helena Scott. With Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary just nine weeks away, that is hardly surprising.

The mailer in my hand could have come from almost anyone currently holding a seat in Lansing. It happens every election cycle, in nearly every competitive district, to voters across the state.

Each mailing is an exercise in self-aggrandizement …

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