Mike Duggan won't seek reelection > Running for MI Gov as an Independent

**Jimaz** · November-13-24, 02:01 PM

Mike Duggan speaks after announcing he won't seek reelection

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan spoke to the media after announcing he won't seek a fourth term as the city's mayor.

Governor Duggan?

**Scottathew** · November-13-24, 03:35 PM

If Detroiters like him, he might be a great choice for Dems. I'm not sure how I feel about it, but that's more ignorance that can be resolved with some research.

**401don** · November-13-24, 03:38 PM

Hard to believe it's been 10 years since "that white guy" was elected.

**1953** · November-13-24, 03:46 PM

Watching his speech, I continue to be blown away by his eloquent articulation of an inclusive and forward looking vision for the community. If he wants to be governor, I can't see anyone standing in his way - he's in a league all his own when it comes to politics in Michigan. That said, he should probably run for President; we could sure use someone who is focused on creating solutions to what ails us, instead of creating more ailments.

1953

**Vic01** · November-13-24, 04:07 PM

Originally Posted by 1953

... he should probably run for President...

Well, he's got about 3 years to launch a presidential bid. I'd be all in favor and a sure vote

**Jimaz** · November-13-24, 08:59 PM

Originally Posted by 1953

Watching his speech, ....

I should have posted this earlier. For the benefit of those who haven't seen it:

Full video: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan not seeking reelection

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced he is not seeking a fourth term.

**jcole** · November-16-24, 09:43 AM

I'm pushing Pete Buttegieg for those reasons, and he's a Michigander now

Originally Posted by 1953

Watching his speech, I continue to be blown away by his eloquent articulation of an inclusive and forward looking vision for the community. If he wants to be governor, I can't see anyone standing in his way - he's in a league all his own when it comes to politics in Michigan. That said, he should probably run for President; we could sure use someone who is focused on creating solutions to what ails us, instead of creating more ailments.

1953

**GrtLksMarlin** · November-16-24, 11:03 AM

Originally Posted by jcole

I'm pushing Pete Buttegieg for those reasons, and he's a Michigander now

I like Pete Buttegeig and agree that he is one of the most eloquent and intelligent politicians there are now. Moderate and more balanced in his views than most, I could see him as POTUS one day, and really wish other politicians would emulate his example [[and if folks want to roll back time to 'better days' [[though they forget how they really were), that's a good place to start.

In any case, I believe he is a TC resident, and I'm not sure that he has any connection to the city. Don't get me wrong, my opinion on this means nothing--I'm a rural-ite--and don't have a dog in the fight, yet Detroiters may/may-not want someone more invested in the city.

B.E.F.

**jcole** · November-17-24, 10:51 AM

I didn't make myself clear; I mean Pres or failing that, Governor

Originally Posted by GrtLksMarlin

I like Pete Buttegeig and agree that he is one of the most eloquent and intelligent politicians there are now. Moderate and more balanced in his views than most, I could see him as POTUS one day, and really wish other politicians would emulate his example [[and if folks want to roll back time to 'better days' [[though they forget how they really were), that's a good place to start.

In any case, I believe he is a TC resident, and I'm not sure that he has any connection to the city. Don't get me wrong, my opinion on this means nothing--I'm a rural-ite--and don't have a dog in the fight, yet Detroiters may/may-not want someone more invested in the city.

B.E.F.

**softailrider** · December-04-24, 09:43 PM

Originally Posted by GrtLksMarlin

I like Pete Buttegeig and agree that he is one of the most eloquent and intelligent politicians there are now. Moderate and more balanced in his views than most, I could see him as POTUS one day, and really wish other politicians would emulate his example [[and if folks want to roll back time to 'better days' [[though they forget how they really were), that's a good place to start.

In any case, I believe he is a TC resident, and I'm not sure that he has any connection to the city. Don't get me wrong, my opinion on this means nothing--I'm a rural-ite--and don't have a dog in the fight, yet Detroiters may/may-not want someone more invested in the city.

B.E.F.

I think that Pete Buttegieg is very smart and very articulate. I also think he has been a terrible transportation secretary. He spent like 10 Billion dollars building 8 EV charging stations, not to mention air travel has gone completely down the tubes in the last 4 years - not that it was that great before then.

**Danny** · December-04-24, 04:05 PM

Mike Duggan, Independent for governor of Michigan 2026

MAKE MICHIGAN GREAT AGAIN.

I will support him.

Who's with me? Who is with Duggan?

**softailrider** · December-04-24, 09:44 PM

Originally Posted by Danny

Mike Duggan, Independent for governor of Michigan 2026

MAKE MICHIGAN GREAT AGAIN.

I will support him.

Who's with me? Who is with Duggan?

At this juncture he's got my vote. Don't see anything changing.

**stasu1213** · November-13-24, 04:39 PM

Detroiters have to be very careful in selecting our next Mayor. Love him or hate him Duggan had gotten the ball rolling on bringing Detroit into the 21st century. A job that young Kwame had the capabilities but failed to do. I don't think that the names being pushed in front of us as candidates could perform a balancing act of building up the neighborhoods and revitalizing downtown midtown Detroit. I wonder if Sue Mosey[[former coined Mayor of Midtown) would consider running. Whoever becomes Mayor I hope that he/she will not price out long time residents and make sure that they are not taxed out of their homes. The next Mayor should also ficus on improving the transportation system in Detroit and want to build bridges with the suburbs to have a better regional system

**Lowell** · November-13-24, 06:31 PM

Greatest Detroit Mayor ever. Detroit are you better off than you were 12 years ago? What a turnaround he has led since the depths of Kwame and the bankruptcy to what Detroit is today. He definitely has the resume to win the governorship and maybe beyond.

For Mayor I'd like to see Garland Gilchrist, current Lt. Gov. move to Detroit and run. He is super smart, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with majors in computer science and computer engineering from the University of Michigan, has all the Lansing connections, and knows the ropes for cooperation with the capitol and Gov. Duggan[?].

**stasu1213** · November-17-24, 07:28 AM

Originally Posted by Lowell

Greatest Detroit Mayor ever. Detroit are you better off than you were 12 years ago? What a turnaround he has led since the depths of Kwame and the bankruptcy to what Detroit is today. He definitely has the resume to win the governorship and maybe beyond.

For Mayor I'd like to see Garland Gilchrist, current Lt. Gov. move to Detroit and run. He is super smart, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with majors in computer science and computer engineering from the University of Michigan, has all the Lansing connections, and knows the ropes for cooperation with the capitol and Gov. Duggan[?].

Having a Bachelor's of Science in Engineering does not mean that a person whom possess that credential will make a great Mayor. A person with a high school diploma but has a knack of administering, a gift of gab, and a sense of making Detroit a city that people would want to live, work, and businesses would want to operate in, would be a better Mayor for Detroit.

**Gistok** · November-17-24, 12:46 PM

Originally Posted by stasu1213

Having a Bachelor's of Science in Engineering does not mean that a person whom possess that credential will make a great Mayor. A person with a high school diploma but has a knack of administering, a gift of gab, and a sense of making Detroit a city that people would want to live, work, and businesses would want to operate in, would be a better Mayor for Detroit.

Does someone with a High School diploma and a "sense of administering" even exist? Hypothetical, probably... but what is the likelihood of that?

Someone with a U of M degree not in political arena has a higher chance of success, because many elective courses would probably make a better fit for governing [[Logic, History, Public Speaking, etc.).

**stasu1213** · November-17-24, 06:49 PM

Originally Posted by Gistok

Does someone with a High School diploma and a "sense of administering" even exist? Hypothetical, probably... but what is the likelihood of that?

Someone with a U of M degree not in political arena has a higher chance of success, because many elective courses would probably make a better fit for governing [[Logic, History, Public Speaking, etc.).

Coleman Young se past away years ago so he no longer exist unless he went to college before or after he had gotten out of the military

**Burnsie** · December-09-24, 08:34 PM

Originally Posted by Gistok

Does someone with a High School diploma and a "sense of administering" even exist? Hypothetical, probably... but what is the likelihood of that?

Someone with a U of M degree not in political arena has a higher chance of success, because many elective courses would probably make a better fit for governing [[Logic, History, Public Speaking, etc.).

That's a pretty elitist question. Abraham Lincoln and George Washington didn't go to college, and their sense of administering was just fine.

**Richard** · December-09-24, 11:14 PM

Originally Posted by Burnsie

That's a pretty elitist question. Abraham Lincoln and George Washington didn't go to college, and their sense of administering was just fine.

That’s what higher education teaches or conditions the mind so they know no different.

Old school class separation.

Henry Ford could hardly read or write and had no education past the of 16 before he went to work at a machine shop,he administered a company that one could argue that surpassed many small countries.

The Unabomber went to Harvard at age 16.

The introduction of AI is making collage educated a dinosaur of the past,a 6 year old with an iPhone can answer any question or situation by simply asking Siri,which has to equal to a masters about now.

Thats the problem,the educational system tries to remove the ability for one to think for themselves,the higher up one goes the less of an ability they have.

**Lowell** · December-10-24, 11:39 AM

Originally Posted by Burnsie

That's a pretty elitist question. Abraham Lincoln and George Washington didn't go to college, and their sense of administering was just fine.

This reminds me of my favorite Detroit trivia question I like to ask.

What do Henry Ford, Albert Kahn, and Berry Gordy all have in common?

...

They didn't finish high school.

**ABetterDetroit** · November-13-24, 07:33 PM

Good choice, I will second that. Garland Gilchrist for Mayor of Detroit. The brains and political experience Detroit needs…

**royce** · November-14-24, 03:15 AM

Originally Posted by ABetterDetroit

Good choice, I will second that. Garland Gilchrist for Mayor of Detroit. The brains and political experience Detroit needs…

Why not run for governor? Gilchrist is Lt. governor. Is it just assumed that being in a red_____ state would make it difficult for him to win as governor?

**Danny** · November-14-24, 08:53 AM

I want to say thank you Mayor Mike Duggan for turning Detroit around for the 21st Century. From crawling out the debris of bankruptcy to restoring regional and neighborhood empowerment hope in order to have our motor city be the beacon of renaissance to the State of Michigan.

If you're decided to run for Governor of Michigan, you will have my support.

DUGGAN 2026

MAKE MICHIGAN GREAT AGAIN.

**stasu1213** · November-13-24, 09:03 PM

I think that Dennis Archer Jr will make a great Mayor. He was responsible for Meijer opening a store on Jefferson eventhough the deal condo that was going to be connected to it fell through. What other power moves could he make?

**Danny** · November-14-24, 09:00 AM

Here is the potential line up.

1. Mary Sheffield

2. Shanteel Jenkins

3. Coleman Young II

So far, no white, Hispanic, Arab or Asian candidates to run for Mayor.

Don't even think to put Chris Ilitch or Dan Gilbert in Detroit Mayoral Race. They are too busy buying, fixing buildings in which they are having trouble putting occupants in. Having them in the Detroit Mayor Race mean giving up being head of their organizations.

My eyes are on Mary Sheffield. She got a lot of D.A.B.O. supporters and some Detroit megachurches on her side.

Forget about Coleman Young II. Detroiters don't want to a 'name dynasty' in politics.

There will be no republican candidates for Detroit Mayor Race. Detroit has been a liberal fort since 1973, and Detroiters are not flipping their political principles. They want a liberal mayor for a liberal city.

Detroit is ready for a black female mayor.