Benson and James face deadlines to name running mates

Republican nominee John James has until Friday to submit his choice for running mate, with the pick still needing ratification at a GOP state convention later this month.

Democratic nominee Jocelyn Benson has until August 25 to notify the state Democratic Party of her choice, who also must be approved at a state party convention.

The selections could factor in gender, geographic or ethnic diversity, and legislative experience in Lansing could be an asset because neither nominee has served in the Legislature.

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