Primary Election 2026 #1: Show Your Work

Today is the first of two conversations preparing for the August 2026 primary election in the City of Ann Arbor; we help you do your homework for the ballot proposals and city races. We let you know how we’re voting and why, and invite you into conversation with fellow Ann Arbor AFers online. What we’re reading as we’re thinking about as we fill out our ballots: All Bullhorn and No Gavel: Why Ann Arbor Needs Taylor, Not Rabhi. Ann Arbor AF producer Scott Trudeau’s essay on the mayoral raceMore Neighbors Ann Arbor’s housing questionnaire! Dropping Juneteenth.Donnell Wyche’s phenomenal essay on the challenges of financing affordable housing.And as always, happy AADL Summer Game Season to all who celebrate! Election and voting info:Visit www.michigan.gov/vote to view a sample ballot and the latest information.No-reason absentee vote ballots are available starting June 25, 2026.Online and mail requests for an absentee ballot must be received by your township or city clerk no later than 5 p.m. the Friday before the election. If you’re already registered at your current address, you can request an absent voter ballot in person at your clerk’s office anytime up to 4 p.m. Monday, August 3, 2026.Constitutionally-mandated early voting period: July 24-Aug. 2, 2026.Last day to register to vote by mail or online: July 20, 2026. New voter registrations are required in person for August election July 21-Aug. 4, 2026Documents must have your name and current address. You can use your Michigan driver’s license or state ID, a current utility bill or bank statement, your paycheck or government check, or other government document. You can register to vote, and vote in person on Election Day at your city or township clerk’s office.Support the showCome check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Blue Sky and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.