2026 MPACE Candidate Endorsements

NASW-Michigan is working harder than ever to elect social workers and allies who will champion strong social policy, mental-health access, racial and economic justice, and the well-being of Michigan communities. The Political Action for Candidate Election Committee (M-PACE) evaluates candidates and endorses those whose platform and record align with NASW policy priorities and social work values.

M-PACE is accepting new members on a rolling basis. Click here to learn more or get added to the group roster.

Below are a list of candidates endorsed so far for the 2026 election cycle.

Running for office?

• For local and state candidate seeking an endorsement, click here.
• For federal level candidate seeking an endrosement, please apply through the NASW National PACE.

State Senate

• District 2. Erin Byrnes
• District 5. Matt Koleszar
• District 15. Felicia Brabec*

State House

• District 12. Kimberly Edwards*
• District 14. Mike McFall
• District 35. Chedrick Greene
• District 56. Sharon MacDonell
• District 75. Penelope Tsernoglou
• District 76. Angela Witwer

*Notes a candidate with a BSW or MSW degree