My name is Jennifer Conlin, and I am your State Representative in Michigan’s newly drawn House District 48.

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I am a wife, mother, daughter, caregiver, and native of Washtenaw County. During my decades-long career as a journalist, I have had the opportunity to meet people all over the world and share their stories. For the last twelve years, I have been covering Michigan, writing about small businesses, tourism, healthcare, arts and culture, and economic development. I believe my profession has uniquely prepared me to be a state legislator. I will listen to all sides of an issue, find common ground, and amplify voices.

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Now, I don’t just want to chronicle issues in Michigan...I want to resolve them in Lansing.

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My family has long lived in Washtenaw County.  My relatives have served in city, county, and state governments, and continue to serve on the judicial bench to this day. I am eager to join that legacy and give back to a community that has been so important to me.

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Together, I know we can find solutions that will create good-paying jobs, improve education, protect our environment, expand access to high-quality, affordable healthcare, and safeguard the rights of all Michiganders.

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I will work tirelessly to help make our district and state a more equitable, thriving place.

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Thank you,