The auto factories of Detroit built more than cars, they built futures for families like mine.

My mother worked in the auto industry for years. Like so many Detroiters, she played her part to help put the world on wheels.

Her work wasn’t just a job. It was dignity, stability, and a chance to give her only child more than she had growing up.

But today that promise – that hard work leads to a better life – is being ripped away by people who’ve never had to punch a clock.

Donald Trump is one of them. He’s made it clear he doesn’t care if his policies drive up the cost of cars or groceries. And if helping billionaires means hurting working families, that’s a trade he’s willing to make every time.

That’s not leadership. That’s betrayal.

I’m running for Governor because people like my mother deserve better. Because the folks who keep our economy running shouldn’t have to beg Donald Trump to be seen. Because we need a government that puts our workers first, not last.

I’m sick and tired of watching Trump, Musk, and their billionaire buddies fail working families. So I’m running to defend Michigan from their extremist agenda and fight for change. But it’s going to take the biggest grassroots movement Michigan has ever had to defend this “toss-up” seat, and I need you to be part of it. Will you split a donation between my campaign and our friends at the DLGA to help us build a winning movement?

- Garlin Gilchrist