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Democrat Sean Rositano Challenges Regent Acker's Record

11/18/2025

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Sean Rositano, a Democratic legislative director, announced his campaign for the University of Michigan Board of Regents.
He criticized Jordan Acker, a University of Michigan regent, for closed-door decisions and dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Acker defended his record, citing expanded educational access and improved labor rights.
Regents are elected for eight-year terms and oversee key university decisions.

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Sean Rositano, a Democratic legislative director, announced his campaign for the University of Michigan Board of Regents.
He criticized Jordan Acker, a University of Michigan regent, for closed-door decisions and dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Acker defended his record, citing expanded educational access and improved labor rights.
Regents are elected for eight-year terms and oversee key university decisions.