DETROIT — State Representative Philip Cavanagh (D-Redford Township) officially announced his entry into the 2014 campaign for the office of Wayne County Executive on Monday, Mar. 3 at the historic Fisher Building. 

“For too long now, our region has squandered time and opportunities by electing those who have put political priorities before progress, public safety and the public trust.  Wayne County deserves better. It’s time we realize that we all rise up together or we fail together. Even when leadership is strong and effective, real leadership requires listening and working for all, not only a select few. Doing so is not merely idealistic, it’s smart and it is a necessity. Wayne County has the resources and the people to be great – if we make the tough decisions while focusing on long-term solutions, and, not just on fleeting headlines,” Cavanagh said. 

Over the past 14 years, Cavanagh has served on the Wayne County Commission and, now in Lansing, as a State Representative. Throughout these years, Cavanagh has tackled and balanced public budgets, established successful working relationships with leaders in both political parties, and has passed legislation emphasizing regional cooperation and open, accountable government.