DETROIT – Michigan Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI 5th District) says he will forego the 2018 race for Michigan governor.
Kildee was projected to be one of the leading candidates to run on the democratic ticket next year.
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Kildee released this statement:
I've truly appreciated all of the encouragement I've received to run for Governor. Right now, staying in Congress is where I know that I can make the biggest impact for you. And I am excited about this work — I feel a sense of duty to fight back, and I know that you are going to continue to be by my side.
We are at a pivotal moment in our nation's history. 2018 will be an important election year. While still far away, I am going to be doing everything I can to help Democrats win, up and down the ballot — from winning local races, to taking back state government, to winning back control of Congress. Too much is at stake — and we have to win.