“With your vision, we know that working families and retirees will be well taken care of and when working families prosper, this great state prospers.”

– Frank Stuglin, Director, UAW Region 1

“The Police Officers Association of Michigan is proud to support Mari Manoogian for State Representative for Michigan’s 40th District. The residents of Birmingham, Bloomfield, and West Bloomfield deserve to feel safe in their community. We are confident Mari is the best candidate in this race who will prioritize public safety in the Michigan state house.”

– Ken Grabowski, Legislative Director

“Now more than ever, our state needs leaders who will wake up every day fighting to make our economy work for everyone. That’s why we’re proud to support these candidates for public office in 2018. Each one of them has demonstrated a strong commitment to fighting for good jobs, strong wages, and a quality education for every student in Michigan. That’s why the Michigan AFL-CIO and our affiliates are ready to knock on doors, make phone calls, and mobilize our members across the state to win these important races in November.”

–Ron Bieber, President of the Michigan AFL-CIO

“LaunchProgress is honored to endorse Mari Manoogian for House District 40. Mari would be the first Armenian-American woman elected to Michigan State Legislature and knows the value of education, quality infrastructure, and economic security in making a state that works for everyone. She is a dedicated public servant and will bring a fresh, global experience to better serve her community.”

–Arielle Swernoff, Executive Director of LaunchProgress PAC

Since 2014, LaunchProgress PAC has provided critical support for young, progressive candidates in Michigan, Ohio, and North Carolina. LaunchProgress emphasizes supporting first-time candidates, women, people of color, immigrants and first-generation Americans, people with disabilities, and members of the LBGTQ community to run and win.

“AFSCME Council 25 is proud to endorse Mari Manoogian for State Representative. Mari has demonstrated that she is the candidate who will bring leadership, experience, and bold, fresh ideas to Lansing. At a time when Lansing Republicans continue to make life harder for working people, our members are confident that Mari will be a champion for everyday Michiganders.”

–President Lawrence A. Roehrig, AFSCME Council 25

“Our organization represents the interests of 35,000 building trade union workers in Southeast Michigan. We support Candidates who embrace the goals of working people and organized labor.”

–Patrick J. Devlin, Secretary-Treasurer, Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council

“I have studied all the candidates from both parties who are running for State Representative in our district, and only one individual stands out: that person is Mari Manoogian. I know Mari will be a tireless fighter for our community and will truly advocate on behalf of our municipalities to better our quality of life, enhance our property values, and preserve our health, safety and welfare. Mari embodies the best of Birmingham and our district, and I am thrilled to support her campaign for State Representative.”

–Former Mayor of Birmingham Scott Moore

“The Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 80 Political Action Committee is pleased to give our support to your candidacy. We know that you will represent our members in a way that will help further the causes in which we both believe.”

–Timothy Mulligan, President of Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 80 Political Action Committee

“Mari Manoogian is the breath of fresh air the Michigan Legislature needs. It’s time to take care of the problems in our state, and I am confident in Mari’s ability to get things done on day one. She will be a strong advocate for the working men and woman of Michigan.”

-Jonathan De Roo, Detroit Plumbers Local 98 Business Agent

“We are certain that the vital interests of working families will be best served by your election.”

–Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union, Local 2 of Michigan

“We are pleased to endorse Mari Manoogian for state representative. Michigan needs leaders like Mari who will prioritize clean air and water, renewable energy, scientific integrity, well-funded parks, and transit. From the Flint water crisis to the Line 5 oil pipeline, the health of Michigan’s people and environment have been neglected for too long. We look forward to seeing more people like Mari in office who will stand up to polluters and invest in healthier, stronger communities.”

–Fern Shepard, Rachel’s Action Network President

“On behalf of UWUA National President D. Michael Langford, I am pleased to inform you that the Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO is proud to endorse your candidacy for State Representative in Michigan’s 40th State House District.

We know that you are an experienced public servant, and we know that you possess the necessary skills, values, and talents that are important to the UWUA and our membership. We are confident that your understanding of the issues impacting Michigan’s working families will make you a valuable member and a working family advocate in the Michigan House of Representatives.”

–James C. Harrison, Sr. National Representative for Region IV, UWUA, AFL-CIO

“Communications Workers of America Local 4123 is proud to endorse Mari Manoogian for the 40th District Michigan State House seat. Mari’s drive, passion and commitment to serving the good people of Michigan made this an easy decision. We look forward to standing behind her moving forward to secure the nomination and winning the seat in November. Thank you Mari for being a voice and positive force for the working families of District 40.”

–Charles Daniels, President, CWA Local 4123

“Mari is committed to fighting for progressive values in Lansing by pledging to fight for college affordability and investments in infrastructure. As a recent college graduate, Mari knows how much it matters to get young people involved in the political process.”

–The Michigan Federation of College Democrats

“Manoogian is the most qualified candidate in this race. She’s out there doing the work—meeting with residents and listening to their concerns. She’s the right person for this job.”

–State Representative Abdullah Hammoud (D-Dearborn)

“Mari Manoogian is Birmingham and Bloomfield’s best chance at having a representative who understands her community’s needs and will advocate for their best interests in Lansing. As the only Democrat to win in a competitive seat last cycle, I know that Mari has what it takes to flip the 40th this November. I’m inspired by her campaign and excited to work with her as she connects with every voter at their door and over the phone this year.”

–State Representative Darrin Camilleri (D-Brownstown)

“Run for Something is proud to endorse Mari Manoogian’s campaign for State Representative in Michigan’s 40th State House District. Run for Something assists passionate young people running for local and state-level office who will advocate for progressive values now and in the future, with the ultimate goal of building a progressive bench. Mari embodies these qualities, and we are thrilled to support her.”

– Ross Morales-Rocketto, Co-Founder, Run for Something PAC

“The Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights is proud to support Mari Manoogian’s campaign to build a brighter future for Metro Detroit. Our members work hard every day and they deserve representatives like her who will fight for working families, not against them. As State Representative, our members will have a great friend in Mari Manoogian.”

– Lisa Canada, Political and Legislative Director, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights

“The Michigan State Utility Workers Council is proud to endorse Mari Manoogian for State Representative in Michigan’s 40th State House District. Mari is an experienced public servant, and we know she possesses the skills and values that are important to our organization and membership. The Council is confident that Mari’s understanding of issues impacting Michigan’s working families will make her a fine member of the Michigan House of Representatives.”

– Patrick Dillon, President, Michigan State Utility Workers Council, Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO

“Local 223 of the Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO, is proud to officially and publicly endorse Mari Manoogian for State Representative in Michigan’s 40th State House District. We believe Mari has the experience and knowledge necessary as public servant—a person who possesses the skills and values that are important to our membership and the community she will represent.”

– Mike Smith, President, Local 223, Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO