Michigan State Senate District 8

Current seat holder: Mallory McMorrow.

Dayna Polehanki

Dayna Polehanki lives in Livonia, Michigan. Polehanki earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Central Michigan University and a master’s degree in teaching from Marygrove College.

· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia

Campaign site

Priorities & campaign themes: ““ We made history in 2019 by flipping a senate seat after 40 years of one-party rule, but our work is not finished. In my third and final term in the Michigan Senate, I pledge to continue to try to make my constituents’ lives better so that we can all have whichever form of the American Dream that we desire. ”” (Campaign website)
Education & schools: “As the majority Chairwoman of the Education Committee in the Michigan Senate, I am focused on putting students and educators at the forefront of every decision I make about education in Michigan.” (Campaign website (via Ballotpedia))

Kenneth D. Massey

Kenneth Massey earned a high school diploma from North Farmington High School, a bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1984, and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas, Southwestern in 1989. Massey's career experience includes working as a scientist.

· Ballotpedia

Campaign site

Priorities & campaign themes: “"I'm supporting Ken Massey for the state senate because integrity still matters."” (Campaign website)
Priorities & campaign themes: “"I've seen Ken work behind the scenes quietly in this community for many years… not to grab the limelight, but to do the right thing."” (Campaign website)
Priorities & campaign themes: “We're in a race. I want to start out by simply saying good evening, my friends, my neighbors, my fellow Michiganders. Thank you for being here tonight. Your presence sends an important and powerful message — that Michigan's future matters, and together we are ready to build something better. I stand here humbled by your support, inspired by the commitment.” (Campaign website)