The Politics of Food, Energy, and Democracy: What Jocelyn Benson's Win Means for Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has won the democratic gubernatorial primary in Michigan, according to CBS News projections.
As she prepares to face off against her Republican opponent in November, it is worth examining what this election says about the priorities of the Democratic party and the state's voters.
Benson's campaign focused on issues crucial for Michigan's working families: housing affordability, healthcare access, childcare support, energy costs, and renewable energy development.