FOIA Request to Wayne County Election Division Regarding Information on Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.
Detroit City Wire, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a request under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act § 15.231 et seq. for information about the candidates running in the upcoming election.
The request specifically asks for a list of all candidates participating in the election. The details requested include each candidate's first, middle, and last name; the office they are running for; jurisdiction of the office; and party affiliation.
In addition to these details, Detroit City Wire has also requested contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As members of the media committed to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public, we believe access to these public records is essential in fulfilling our professional responsibilities. Given our role in disseminating information to the public, we have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
This move by Detroit City Wire is part of its ongoing efforts to provide thorough and transparent coverage of local government affairs. By gaining access to this information, it aims to enhance its reporting capabilities and keep its readers informed about who is running for office in their local elections.
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