Who is running for State Senate — District 12 in Michigan in 2026?

John Goldwater (R), Kevin Hertel (D). The general election is November 3, 2026.

When is the Michigan 2026 general election?

Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Early voting runs October 24 – November 1.

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State Senate — District 12 — Michigan 2026

Oakland/Macomb - parts of Oakland and Macomb counties Open seat 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

BJohn GoldwaterRepublican

Republican nominee for SD-12. No campaign website, policy positions, or background information found through research.

LifeBFamilyBReligious libertyB2nd AmendmentBLimited gov’tBFiscalB

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FKevin HertelDemocratic

Former State Representative; progressive voting record in Michigan House

LifeFFamilyFReligious libertyD2nd AmendmentFLimited gov’tFFiscalF

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Communities in this district

Chesterfield Township (Macomb Co.) · Clinton Township (Macomb Co.) · City of Grosse Pointe Shores (Macomb Co.) · Harrison Township (Macomb Co.) · City of Mount Clemens (Macomb Co.) · City of New Baltimore (Macomb Co.) · City of St Clair Shores (Macomb Co.) · City of Algonac (St. Clair Co.) · Clay Township (St. Clair Co.) · Ira Township (St. Clair Co.) · City of Grosse Pointe (Wayne Co.) · City of Grosse Pointe Farms (Wayne Co.) · City of Grosse Pointe Park (Wayne Co.) · City of Grosse Pointe Shores (Wayne Co.) · City of Grosse Pointe Woods (Wayne Co.) · City of Harper Woods (Wayne Co.)

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