Some Folks in MI Are Actually Sad That Former Mayor of Detroit Has Dropped From Governor's Race. Why?
Mike Duggan, the former mayor of Detroit, has dropped out of the Michigan governor's race, leaving some supporters disappointed. While some believed he could unite voters and challenge the Democratic candidate, others were skeptical of his chances. His exit is seen as a setback for Republicans hoping to capitalize on a divided Democratic vote.
- ▪Mike Duggan was running as an independent candidate for governor in Michigan.
- ▪His withdrawal from the race has raised concerns among some voters about the potential impact on the election outcome.
- ▪Columnist Nolan Finley expressed that Duggan represented hope for political unity in Michigan.
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Some Folks in MI Are Actually Sad That Former Mayor of Detroit Has Dropped From Governor's Race. Why? By Duke | 9:22 PM on May 23, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Dale G Young/Detroit News via AP Occasionally, on the rare moment that I get a 3-day weekend, which we like to call the beginning of the summer, I like to try to take it easy. The purpose of this holiday (Memorial Day), though, is to honor those who died in the service of this country, which I fully respect.
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