
thank you, district 35!
thank you, team kristen!
Kristen McDonald Rivet
Leader. Strategist. Advocate. Democratic Candidate for Michigan Senate District 35
For 30 years, Kristen has helped children, working families and businesses thrive in our Great Lakes Bay Region and across Michigan. She is excited to continue that fight alongside us, leveling the playing field from Lansing.

Real Integrity Real Results
I believe leadership begins with service, which means showing up, listening to learn, and— when it is time to talk— holding to one’s word. Integrity is everything. If you doubt it in a candidate, look at our records. Look at the impact of how we’ve spent our personal and professional lives.
I’m Kristen McDonald Rivet. I have a 30-year track record of real results for Michigan’s working families and children. Have a look. I’m ready to deliver for you and our 35th Senate District.
Priorities
- Education: Quality Education for All
- Economy: Advancing Economic Opportunities for All
- Protecting Our Freedoms
- Revitalizing the Great Lakes Bay Region

Michigan Senate District 35
Our 35th Senate District includes parts of Bay, Midland, and Saginaw Counties including Auburn, Essexville, Bay City, Midland, Freeland, the City of Saginaw, and Buena Vista.
This district of 250,000+ constituents was a key battleground for State Senate control in the November 2022 elections. It was a top two target in Michigan and top 25 target nationally. Republicans had controlled the Michigan Senate since 1984 but fairer maps and top-notch candidates like Kristen helped Democrats win the majority.
Mobilize, share our messages, donate, and campaign with us. With your help, we’ll galvanize support for the leaders and policies Michigan needs to win the future.

Get to Know Kristen
Kristen McDonald Rivet has fought for decades to level the playing field and to improve the lives of our children, families and businesses. An executive leader, educational and economic policy strategist, advocate and mom, Kristen is ready to serve us and get what we want done in Lansing.

Get Involved
Join us in our grassroots campaign to elect Kristen! From phone banking to office work, event hosting to donations, we’re grateful for your support.