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Obama's Image Used in Michigan Senate Race Amid Controversy

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In the heated Democratic primary for Michigan's Senate seat, an ad campaign featuring former President Barack Obama has sparked debate. Although Obama has not officially endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens, a $5 million ad campaign has aired nearly 4,000 times, showcasing his praise for her role in the 2008 auto industry rescue. This campaign aims to leverage Obama's popularity among Black voters, who constituted about 25% of the Democratic electorate in the 2022 midterms. Opponents, including Abdul El-Sayed, argue that the ads could mislead voters into thinking Obama supports Stevens. With the primary set for August 4, the stakes are high as the winner will face a strong Republican contender in the general election.

Key Details: • Primary election date: August 4, 2026 • Stevens' ad campaign has spent $5 million, airing nearly 4,000 times • Black voters made up about 25% of Democrats in the 2022 midterms • El-Sayed has received less than $1 million in outside advertising support

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Barack ObamaDetroitMichiganAmerican Israel Public Affairs CommitteeUnited Democracy ProjectDavid AxelrodAbdul El-SayedHaley StevensDenzel McCampbellKeith WilliamsJonathan KinlochRev. Dr. Wendell AnthonyDetroit NAACP

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