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John D. Cherry

Democratic · Michigan · 2026 · Incumbent

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Michigan Senate District 27Michigan · 2026Genesee County sample ballot
Top priorities
  • Create a Medicaid buy-in program to make affordable healthcare available to Michigan workers
  • Reform laws governing manufactured housing communities to protect residents

Per the campaign site.

Biography

John Cherry represents Michigan's 27th Senate District, covering Flint and several surrounding townships, and previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives, per the Michigan Townships Association. He was named the association's 'Legislator of the Year' for his role in restoring statutory revenue sharing to municipalities, per the same source. John D. Cherry appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan Senate District 27, per the county clerk's certified candidate list.

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Profile facts follow official election office filings and the sources cited in each biography. Roster last verified September 27, 2026. Official sources are the final word on who appears on your ballot.

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