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State House — District 53 — Michigan 2026
Oakland County - Pontiac, Auburn Hills area 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Grades reflect each candidate's public record on life, family, religious liberty, the Second Amendment, limited government and fiscal responsibility.
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Candidates
BMelissa SchultzRepublican
Republican candidate for Michigan State House District 53 (Oakland County - Pontiac, Auburn Hills) in the 2026 primary
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.
Communities in this district
City of Auburn Hills (Oakland Co.) · City of Pontiac (Oakland Co.) · Waterford Township (Oakland Co.)
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