Michigan House of Representatives District 9

Karen Whitsett (Democratic Party) is a member of the Michigan House of Karen Whitsett is a community advocate and strong union supporter who is serving her first term representing the 9th House District, which encompasses part of the cities of Detroit and Dearborn. Prior to seeking office, Whitsett was a community organizer and who fought for reduced auto insurance rates for our citizens and advocated for neighborhood improvement projects. As a state representative, Whitsett, is focused preventing and reforming tax foreclosure processes, protecting vital senior citizen services, and assisting entrepreneurs secure resources to develop our community.