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Brenda Carter
Democratic candidate for State House — District 53 · Michigan General Election, November 3, 2026.
FBrenda CarterDemocratic
Incumbent Democratic State Representative serving her fourth term in HD-53 (Pontiac, portions of Waterford and Auburn Hills, Oakland County). First woman to hold this seat. Previously served on Pontiac School Board. Resides in Pontiac with husband Randy. Established five district task force groups on veterans, poverty/homelessness, minority maternal health, and criminal justice reform. Chair and co-founder of bipartisan Poverty and Homelessness Caucus.
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