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Lansing Regional Chamber-Political Action Committee
The Lansing Regional Chamber-Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) works to elect local officials to city councils, township board, county commissioner and the state legislature that align with LRCC members’ priorities.
As the region’s only political action committee, we know how important it is that your voice is represented at every level of government. To make that happen and continue our success, we need community investors like you to contribute to our efforts.
As the only business political action committee focused on elections in the Greater Lansing region, your contribution is critical to ensure we get our endorsed candidates elected.
The objective of LRC-PAC is to endorse candidates that support a favorable business climate throughout the region.
As we all continue to navigate through the ever-changing environment, it is critical to have strong partners at every level of government. The tough decisions that will have to be made require elected officials who are willing to forget partisan labels and reach across the aisle with a spirit of collaboration to seek bold, innovative solutions to the challenges faced for our region, state, and nation.
In this 2024 election guide, we want to provide you helpful state and local resources on voting, who’s up for election, Lansing Regional Chamber-Political Action Committee endorsements, and ballot proposals.
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) announced the endorsements of a slate of candidates running for the Lansing City Charter Commission. The special election is on May 7, 2024.
As the May 7th elections for the Lansing Charter Commission approach, the city’s organized labor and business communities stand united behind a slate of candidates dedicated to ensuring a fair and prosperous future for Lansing. With the task of reviewing and potentially amending the city’s Charter, often referred to as the city’s Constitution, the importance of selecting the right candidates cannot be overstated.
Representing a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, the endorsed slate of candidates has been carefully chosen to prioritize the interests of all Lansing residents. Spearheaded by the collaborative efforts of labor unions and business associations, these endorsements aim to promote candidates who will champion the rights of workers, foster economic growth, and advocate for a government that works for everyone.
The endorsed slate of candidates includes:
- Stephen Purchase, staff, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters & Millwrights
- Ben Dowd, Associate Director, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan, Chair of Lansing Pride
- Joan Bauer, former member of the Lansing City Council and state representative
- Muhammad Qawwee, President of UAW Local 4911
- Elizabeth Driscoll Boyd, former Communications Director for Governor Jennifer Granholm
- Brian Jeffries, former member of the Lansing City Council and Ingham County Commission
- Miranda Swartz, member of IBEW Local 665
- Keith Williams, former executive director, Michigan State University Alumni Office
- Guillermo Lopez, Board of Education Trustee for the Lansing School District
Want to learn more about the candidates and their campaigns? Check out the below links to their websites or pages:
- Stephen Purchase: Stephen Purchase for Lansing Charter Commission Facebook Page
- Ben Dowd: Ben Dowd for Lansing Charter Commission Facebook Page
- Brian Jeffries: Campaign Website
- Miranda Swartz: Campaign Website
- Guillermo Lopez: Citizens for Guillermo Z. Lopez Facebook Page
- Muhammad Qawwee: Muhammad for Lansing City Charter Facebook Page
Our Endorsement Process
The LRC-PAC’s endorsement process includes a review of a candidate’s
past performance, a written questionnaire, and, in some cases, an
in-person interview. Only after this process is completed and a vote
of the LRC-PAC Board of Directors is taken can a candidate be endorsed and be
considered for financial support.
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Presentations
Who's In, Who's Out. New District Presentation by Gongwer News Service
New District PowerPoint Presentation
New Districts
Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission
Congressional Map (Chestnut)
Michigan State Senate (Linden)
Michigan State House (Hickory)
Eaton County Commission
Ingham County Commission