Biden Campaign Press Release - Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, Kalamazoo Mayor Bobby Hopewell, Lansing Mayor Andy Schor, and 93 Michigan Leaders Endorse Joe Biden

Today, Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, Kalamazoo Mayor Bobby Hopewell, Lansing Mayor Andy Schor, and 93 Michigan Leaders announced their endorsements for Joe Biden for President of the United States:

"Every day in Grand Rapids and throughout our state, we're building, we're innovating and we're working hard for everyone in our communities. We've been through challenging times, but we've never given up or lost hope," said Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss. "Joe Biden understands us because working America isn't just where he comes from — it's who he is. That's why when President Obama tasked him with handling the auto bailout, he never gave up on us and together, we got back on our feet. It's time for us to fight for Joe Biden like he fought for us, and just like he will when he's our next President of the United States."

"We need a president who doesn't just promise a brighter future, but knows what it means to deliver, just like we do in Kalamazoo every day," said Kalamazoo Mayor Bobby Hopewell. "Our communities deserve leadership that understands that the foundation of stronger generations is built on prosperity. That makes sure every child has the opportunity to access quality health care and education — no matter where they come from — is critical. We deserve a president who's not only dedicated himself to results, but who served our first African American president, supporting and encouraging policies to bring our kids and our nation forward. That's Joe Biden — and I'm proud to support him as our next president of the United States."

"Lansing isn't just the seat of our democracy in Michigan — it's a place where manufacturers to health care providers to those who manufacture life-saving vaccines work hard every day, helping our families thrive and our communities prosper. Joe Biden understands the challenges working people in Lansing face, and what they need to continue propelling our country forward," said Lansing Mayor Andy Schor. "I believe in Joe Biden because he's never turned his focus from the people of Lansing and he'll never stop fighting for the opportunities and future we deserve."

The full list of Michigan leaders endorsing Joe Biden today includes:

• Pete Accica, City Council Sterling HeightsAccica
• Sarah Anthony, Representative House District 68
• Reverend Wendell, Anthony NAACP/Pastor - Fellowship Chapel
• Janeé Ayers, City Council Detroit
• Alisha Bell, Commissioner Wayne County
• Bryan Beverly, School Board Lansing
• Jim Blanchard, Former Governor
• Janet Blanchard, Former First Lady of Michigan
• Rosalynn Bliss, Mayor Grand Rapids,
• Kyra Bolden, Representative House District 35
• Darcell Brown, Mayor Pro Temp Ecorse
• Marlon Brown, City Council Mason
• Sara Cambensy, Representative House District 109
• John Chirkun, Representative House District 22
• Ryan Covert, City Council New Baltimore
• Bryan Crenshaw, County Commission Ingham
• Brandon Dillon, Michigan Dem Chair
• Brian K. Elder, Representative House District 96
• Ron Frederick, City Council Sterling Heights
• Paul Gieleghem, Treasurer Clinton Township
• Lee Gonzales, Former State Representative
• Jere Green President, Warren Woods School Board
• Elena Greer, Michigan Democratic Party Youth Vice Chair
• Christine Greig, Representative House District 37
• Jan Haggerty, City Council Roseville
• Harold Haugh, Commissioner Macomb County
• Cathy Haugh, City Council Roseville
• Diontrae Hayes, Township Supervisor Lansing
• Kevin Hertel, Representative House District 18
• Dennis Hertel, Former Congressman
• Bobby Hopewell, Former Mayor Kalamazoo
• Veronica Klinefelt, Commissioner Macomb County
• Rob Leonetti, Commissioner Macomb County
• Frank Liberati, Representative House District 13
• Elizabeth Lucido, Representative County Commission Macomb
• Mari Manoogian, Representative House District 40
• Rob Mijac, County Commissioner Macomb
• Art Miller, Former Michigan Democratic Senate Leader
• Mindy Moore, City Council Secretary Warren
• Jeremy Moss, State Senator District 11
• Ken Pearl, Trustee Clinton Township
• Dayna Polehanki, State Senator District 7
• Derrick Quinney, Register of Deeds Ingham County
• Nancy Quarles, Oakland County Commissioner
• Michael Radtke, Councilman City of Sterling Heights
• Terry J. Sabo, Representative House District 92
• Marv Sauger, Commissioner Macomb County
• Andy Schor, Mayor Lansing
• Nate Shannon, Representative House District 25
• Derrell Slaughter, County Commissioner Ingham County
• Eric Smith, Prosecutor Macomb County
• Tim Sneller, Representative House District 50
• Monica Sparks, Commissioner Kent County
• Patricia Spitzley, City Council Lansing
• Bart Stupack, Former Congressman
• Laurie Stupak, Mayor Menominee
• Michael Switalski, Treasurer Roseville
• Bob Taylor, Mayor Roseville
• Jewell Ware, Commissioner Wayne County
• Tony Wickersham, Sheriff Macomb
• Steve Wietcha, City Council Roseville
• Paul Wojno, State Senator District 9
• Dave Woodward, Oakland County Board Chair
• Barb Ziarko, City Council Sterling Heights
• Reverend Devonte Sherard, Union Second Baptist Church
• Wendell Byrd, Representative District 3
• Tyrone Carter, Representative District 6
• Irma Clark-Colman, Commissioner Wayne County
• Carol Hennessy, Commissioner Kent County
• Adam Hollier, State Senator District 2
• Betsy Melton, Commissioner Kent County
• Ronnie Peterson, Representative District 54
• Phil Skaggs, Commissioner Kent County
• Stephen Wooden, Commissioner Kent County
• Brenda Carter, Representative District 29
• LaTanya Garrett, Representative District 7
• Cynthia A. Johnson, Representative District 5
• David LaGrand, Representative District 75
• Donna Lasinski, Representative District 52
• Leslie Love, Representative District 10
• Glenn Anderson, Commissioner Wayne County
• Monique Baker McCormick, Commissioner Wayne County
• Raymond Basham, Commissioner Wayne County
• Joe Palamara, Commissioner Wayne County
• Martha Scott, Commissioner Wayne County
• Robert Womack, Country Commissioner Kent County
• Lorie Barnwell, City Treasurer Warren County
• Patrick Green, Mayor Pro Tem Warren County
• Derek Miller, Former Macomb County Treasurer
• Jennifer (Joie) West, Trustee Clinton Township
• John DeRoo, School Board President Anchor Bay
• Andrey Duzyj, Commissioner Macomb County
• Bishop Edgar Van, Pastor - 2nd Ebenezer
• Briana Scott, MSU Trustee
• Benny Napoleon, Sheriff Wayne County
• Deirdre Waterman, Mayor of Pontiac

Mayors Bliss, Hopewell, and Schor and leaders across Michigan join a growing list of prominent Michigan leaders supporting Biden, including Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II, former Governor Jennifer Granholm, and former Michigan Senator Carl Levin, Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin, Congresswoman Haley Stevens, and Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence, who announced their support this week. In addition, the Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, State Representatives Joe Tate, Karen Whitsett, and Tenisha Yancey, and State Senator Marshall Bullock have also endorsed Biden.