Elections

Survey: What do you need to know about Detroit’s Aug. 3, 2021 primary election?

Detroiters will cast ballots in a pivotal local election next month during the Aug. 3 primary, weighing in on races for for Detroit Mayor, City Council representatives and other races.

Detour is teaming up with WDET 101.9 FM to find out what you want to hear from candidates, what you need to know before filling out your ballot and any issues you’re concerned about — whether it’s the state of Detroit’s infrastructure, economy, housing or anything else on your mind. 

We’re asking you to share your thoughts in this brief voter survey so we can focus on your biggest questions and concerns before the 2021 primary, and so we can help you vote effectively, safely and confidently. At Detour, our coverage is always shaped by our readers — and that matters now more than ever.

Detroiters’ votes count — and your opinions count when it comes to our election coverage! 

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Kate Abbey-Lambertz

Kate Abbey-Lambertz is the co-founder and editorial director for Detour Media. She leads editorial strategy for the signature Detour Detroit newsletter, The Blend and special projects, while shaping Detour’s membership program, audience development initiatives and design. Kate was previously a national reporter at HuffPost, where she covered equitable cities and urban issues. She launched HuffPost’s Detroit vertical, serving as reporter and editor, and has reported on Detroit for a decade. Follow her on Twitter: @kabbeyl

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