Through the primary election on August 2, on every Tuesday and Thursday on the MLC Blog we will be highlighting races for which the primary is the key race due to the voter base.  Candidate’s website and professional information is listed when available.

District Overview

The 92^nd House District is located in Muskegon County and includes; Fruitland Township, Laketon Township, the City of Muskegon, Muskegon Township, the City of Muskegon Heights, the City of North Muskegon, and Whitehall Township.  The district has a very strong 70% Democratic base and the winner of their primary is all but assured victory this November.

Commentary

This seat is open due to State Representative Marcia Hovey-Wright (D-Muskegon) serving her third, and final term in office.  The district is a heavily industrial and union area of the state.  Democratic candidate Terry Sabo has proven he is a strong candidate by beating a long-term incumbent four years ago to win his spot on the board of commissioners in Muskegon County.  Additionally, he has gained endorsements by dozens of current and former local officials, including the prosecutor, several Muskegon County Commissioners, two former state representatives from the district, and the former mayor of Muskegon Heights.  However, Democratic candidate Sean Mullally has received numerous endorsements as well, including the current Representative Hovey-Wright.

Democratic Candidates:

• Sean Mullally – Muskegon Community College Board of Directors trustee, executive officer of United Auto Workers Local 1243, and host of a community-oriented television show.
  • Endorsements – Progressive Democratic Women’s Caucus, Muskegon Charter Township Clerk, Muskegon County Drain Commissioner, Whitehall Mayor, president of the UAW Local 1243.
• Terry Sabo – Chair of the Muskegon County Board of Commissioners, firefighter, former Muskegon County Road Commission and U.S. Air Force Veteran.
  • Endorsements – Operating Engineers Union of Michigan, Muskegon County Clerk, Muskegon County Prosecutor, Muskegon County Treasurer, Muskegon County Sheriff.

Republican Candidates:

• Marshall Davis
• Gail Eichorset – Registered nurse.

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