YPSILANTI – Today, Lonnie Scott announced that his campaign had picked up two more major endorsements – the UAW and the 15th Congressional District Democratic Organization – in his bid for the Democratic Party nomination for the 54th district State Representative seat. Scott is one of six candidates in a heavily contested primary to replace current State Representative Alma Wheeler Smith. Rep. Smith, who has also endorsed Scott, cannot seek reelection due to term limits.
“I’m honored to receive these endorsements. Most of my family has worked in local auto plants, so my whole life I’ve witnessed firsthand the results of the UAW’s tireless efforts on behalf of local families. The UAW has been a crucial force in fighting for the people of the 54th district,” said Scott. “These endorsements, along with the endorsement of Rep. Smith, show confidence in the work I’ve done for the hardworking families the 54th district, work I will continue as our next State Representative, and for that I’m deeply grateful.”
Scott, who grew up in Ypsilanti Township, has served as Rep. Alma Smith’s legislative director in the State
House for the past two years, and is the only candidate running with experience in the state’s appropriations and budget process, experience he says will serve him well as the 54th district’s next Representative.
“I think my experience makes me uniquely qualified to be a leader in the House from day one, and to represent the people of my district effectively. Term limits have devastated our legislature’s ability to retain the institutional knowledge that is crucial to passing legislation that will move our state forward. I have that knowledge and experience, and in this troubled economic environment, we don’t’ have time for on-the-job training,” said Scott. “I believe this is why I’ve been able to secure a number of endorsements – they’re an acknowledgment of that experience and the energy I bring to this campaign.”
These endorsements, along with a list of other endorsements Scott has received, can be viewed on the endorsements page of his campaign website, www.VoteLonnie.com.
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