Get to know some of the candidates and issues in Michigan's Aug. 2 primary election

(Detroit Metro Times) Here is a glimpse at some of the most exciting congressional races in metro Detroit for the Aug. 2 primary election. Below is a list of Democratic primary races for the 10th, 11th, 12th, and 13th congressional districts. In all but the 10th District, Democrats are the heavy favorite in the general election. We also included the GOP gubernatorial race because the winner will take on Democrat Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Nov. 8.

10th Congressional District

Covers Rochester and Rochester Hills in Oakland County and a large swath of Macomb County, including Shelby Township, Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, St. Clair Shores, Fraser, and Eastpointe.

Summary: The winner of the Democratic primary will likely face two-time losing U.S. senate candidate John James, the overwhelming favorite to advance in the Republican primary. Polls show former Judge Carl Marlinga with a big lead, but with an expected low turnout and five candidates, anything can happen.

Democratic candidates:
Huwaida Arraf

The daughter of working-class immigrants, Arraf was born and raised in southeastern Michigan. She has a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Michigan and a juris doctor from American University. She is an attorney and human rights advocate who co-founded the International Solidarity Movement, a global organization focused on ending human rights abuses, supporting freedom, and challenging government oppression.

Endorsements: Ex-gubernatorial candidate Abdul El-Sayed; activists Amer Zahr, Medea Benjamin, Patrese Griffin, Roger Waters, and Frank Hammer; and more than 10 groups, including the Cannabis Caucus of the Michigan Democratic Party

Platform: Clean air and water, affordable health care, safe and resilient communities, education for all, accessible and accountable leadership, and human and civil rights. ........................(more)

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