Hill Harper Declares Candidacy for Michigan's US Senate Seat
By: Adonis Armstrong
Hill Harper is poised to venture on the next chapter of his professional journey, stepping away from the entertainment industry.
On Monday July 10th, actor Hill Harper revealed his candidacy as a Democrat for a U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, sharing the news through a heartfelt video dedicated to his son, Pierce Hill Harper, where he passionately explained his reasons for entering the political arena.
During Hill speech, he discussed various national concerns, highlighted his accomplishments, and outlined his vision for the future of Michigan. “You see, the world you’re growing up in doesn’t feel like it’s getting any better. It’s getting more divisive and more dangerous. When you told me you were afraid to go to school because of shootings, that’s not freedom. Our economy works for the richest, while the most vulnerable have to work even harder than ever to keep up. That’s not freedom,” the actor stated.
“We can all feel it: D.C just isn’t getting things done for people,” Hill captioned the tweet. “We need representatives who’ll take on special interests, get money out of politics, and make our government work for all of us. That’s why today, I’m announcing my campaign for U.S. Senate in Michigan!”
We can all feel it: D.C just isn’t getting things done for people.
— Hill Harper (@hillharper) July 10, 2023
We need representatives who'll take on special interests, get money out of politics, and make our government work for all of us.
That’s why today, I’m announcing my campaign for U.S. Senate in Michigan! ✊🏾 pic.twitter.com/lv11ncDcsK
By declaring his candidacy, Hill enters a competitive primary race that includes Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin, who announced her bid earlier this year, as they compete for the Senate seat currently held by retiring Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow. In the 2020 election, Michigan was one of the states that transitioned from Former President Donald Trump to President Joe Biden. As the 2022 reelection cycle approaches, Democrats will be working to protect 23 out of their 34 Senate seats, including those in states like Arizona, Nevada, and Pennsylvania.
Harper's bold step into the world of politics exemplifies his commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable society, and his decision deserves recognition for its potential to bring about positive change.
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