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The Michigan primary election is almost here

Vote by August 4 for the Great Lakes

July 6, 2026

Hands casting ballots.

The Great Lakes need your vote! The Michigan primary election is almost here. Races up and down the ballot will affect the Great Lakes, our drinking water, our health, and our wildlife.

Make sure your voice is heard in the Michigan primary. Register and vote by August 4! Early voting is open from July 25-August 2.

You can register to vote, get information on voting by mail, and find your polling location by visiting the Michigan Department of State’s website at https://www.michigan.gov/sos/elections/voting

Share this information with friends, family, and other members of your community so they can make their voices heard, too!

Want to learn where your candidates stand on Great Lakes issues? Use these resources from our Great Lakes Voter Toolkit:

  • How to research the candidates on your ballot. Shows how you can learn which offices are up for election, who the candidates are, where to connect with candidates, and how you can find out where candidates stand on the issues.
  • Questions to ask the candidates. Gives you questions you can ask candidates, for example, at town halls, about important issues affecting the Great Lakes and our communities that depend on safe, healthy water.

Thank you for voting!


The Alliance for the Great Lakes and the Election Season: Our Role
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Alliance for the Great Lakes cannot support or oppose candidates or political parties. However, we can, and do, educate candidates and voters on Great Lakes issues.

Protect the Great Lakes this Election Season

Your voice and your vote matter! Vote, encourage others to vote, and encourage candidates to stand up for the Great Lakes.

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