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Emily Busch
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

August 6, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Indiana University, Bloomington, 1994

Graduate

Michigan State University

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Indiana
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Lutheran - ELCA
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Sales
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Emily Busch (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Michigan's 10th Congressional District. She lost in the Democratic primary on August 6, 2024.

Busch completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Emily Busch was born in Angola, Indiana. She earned a bachelor's degree from the Indiana University, Bloomington in 1994 and a graduate degree from Michigan State University. Her career experience includes working in sales.[1][2]

Elections

2024

See also: Michigan's 10th Congressional District election, 2024

Michigan's 10th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 Democratic primary)

Michigan's 10th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Michigan District 10

Incumbent John James defeated Carl Marlinga, Andrea Kirby, and Mike Saliba in the general election for U.S. House Michigan District 10 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of John James
John James (R)
 
51.1
 
217,437
Image of Carl Marlinga
Carl Marlinga (D)
 
45.0
 
191,363
Image of Andrea Kirby
Andrea Kirby (Working Class Party)
 
2.6
 
11,162
Image of Mike Saliba
Mike Saliba (L)
 
1.3
 
5,339

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 425,301
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 10

Carl Marlinga defeated Diane Young, Tiffany Tilley, and Emily Busch in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 10 on August 6, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Carl Marlinga
Carl Marlinga
 
48.8
 
32,561
Image of Diane Young
Diane Young Candidate Connection
 
24.4
 
16,282
Image of Tiffany Tilley
Tiffany Tilley
 
13.3
 
8,861
Image of Emily Busch
Emily Busch Candidate Connection
 
12.8
 
8,541
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.7
 
464

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 66,709
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 10

Incumbent John James advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 10 on August 6, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of John James
John James
 
100.0
 
52,871

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 52,871
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Libertarian convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Michigan District 10

Mike Saliba advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. House Michigan District 10 on July 20, 2024.

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Mike Saliba (L)

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

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Working Class Party convention

Working Class Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 10

Andrea Kirby advanced from the Working Class Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 10 on June 23, 2024.

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Andrea Kirby (Working Class Party)

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

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Endorsements

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2022

See also: Michigan House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Michigan House of Representatives District 66

Josh Schriver defeated Emily Busch in the general election for Michigan House of Representatives District 66 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Josh Schriver (R) Candidate Connection
 
64.6
 
30,841
Image of Emily Busch
Emily Busch (D) Candidate Connection
 
35.4
 
16,865

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 47,706
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 66

Emily Busch advanced from the Democratic primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 66 on August 2, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Emily Busch
Emily Busch Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
5,994

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 5,994
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 66

Josh Schriver defeated Mary Berlingieri, Jacob Newby, Charles Shelton, and Andrew Arendoski in the Republican primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 66 on August 2, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Josh Schriver Candidate Connection
 
38.1
 
5,647
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Mary Berlingieri
 
27.3
 
4,052
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Jacob Newby
 
21.6
 
3,209
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Charles Shelton
 
6.7
 
988
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Andrew Arendoski
 
6.3
 
929

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 14,825
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Campaign finance

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Emily Busch completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Busch's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I’m Emily Busch, a mom and gun safety advocate from Michigan. I’m running for office because almost three years ago my son ran for his life during a mass shooting at his high school. After nearly 25 years working in sales in and around Southeast Michigan, my personal and professional life changed overnight on November 30, 2021 when a 15 year old walked into Oxford High School and opened fire on his classmates. I was immediately compelled the step off the sidelines and begin organizing families, friends, and neighbors to advocate for commonsense gun safety measures to be taken at the state level in Michigan. We successfully passed a legislative blueprint for gun violence prevention in Michigan not long after, and now I’m running for Congress because I’m motivated to bring my advocacy and commitment to gun violence prevention to the federal level. Prior to running for Congress, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Indiana University - Bloomington and my Master’s degree in Management, Strategy, and Leadership from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. I’m married to a retired union firefighter and Marine, and we have two children. I am running for office because our kids deserve better, and when I make it to Washington I promise to fight for the families of Southeast Michigan and families around the country as hard as I do my own.
  • Shootings like the Oxford High School tragedy that claimed the lives of 4 children and injured 7 others are a symptom of a uniquely American problem; guns are the leading cause of death for children in the US. Despite the devastating loss of life and the aftermath of these shootings, Republicans consistently block gun safety measures that could prevent these atrocities from occurring. We need immediate and decisive legislative action at the federal level to address this crisis. I know firsthand the devastation that gun violence inflicts on our communities, and I promise to be a relentless advocate for gun safety and expanding mental healthcare when I get to the U.S. Congress. Our prolonged inaction is killing our kids.
  • It has been two years since the fall of Roe vs. Wade. Since then Republicans have introduced 380+ bills attacking reproductive care with 21 states restricting/banning abortion. MAGA Republicans have already devastated women and families with their extremist anti-choice agenda, and with attacks on IVF, birth control, and more, we’ve already seen evidence that they won’t stop at a national abortion ban. We cannot afford to let young people today grow up with fewer rights than folks my age had growing up. I have been unequivocally pro-choice my entire life, and I promise I will be a tireless advocate for our reproductive freedom in Congress. We can’t and we won't let extremists dictate our healthcare choices.
  • We have strong unions in this country not because of politicians who walked picket lines, but because of working people who saw a problem, rolled up their sleeves, and fought to fix it. As the only candidate in this race relying on benefits negotiated by a union, this isn’t just a talking point for me — I understand its importance because my family depends on it. My husband is a retired union firefighter, and I see firsthand how vital union support is to our family's well-being. I am proud to live in a state that overturned an egregious anti-union “right to work law,” and with our nation’s labor movement and the future of workers rights reaching a pivotal point, I believe we need to elect more pro-union leaders to meet the moment.
Gun violence is the issue for me that got me off of the sidelines, and I am fiercely passionate about the fight for reform on the national level similar to the legislative blue-print Michigan has in place for common sense gun safety measures: universal background checks, secure storage, and red flag laws for individuals in crisis or domestic violence situations. Beyond gun violence prevention, enshrining reproductive rights into law, securing the personal freedoms of women and LGBTQ+ individuals, supporting and strengthening unions, expanding access to affordable, adequate healthcare, increasing educational opportunities for all, combating climate change, and building an economy to help working families are other priorities.
I look up to an entire generation. Generation Z has been shouldered with the burden of solving the problems that Gen X has refused to address effectively, like gun violence, the growing gaps between the haves and the have-nots, the climate crisis, the lack of good-paying jobs and affordable housing, and our failing healthcare and national infrastructure systems.

Generation Z has taken on this charge and has created entire movements to tackle these issues that all of us, especially young people, face. They are not just inheriting the world; they are actively shaping it. Their determination and activism are inspiring, and I am committed to supporting their efforts and bringing their voices to Congress.
I pride myself on my authenticity and my ability to bring people together. I am an analytical thinker who approaches problems with a clear, data-driven mindset. Throughout my career, Masters studies and recent advocacy work, I've demonstrated a strong commitment to listening to diverse perspectives and finding common ground. My resilience, Midwest grit, dedication to justice and unwavering commitment to my community equip me to be a successful congresswoman.
A congressperson’s core responsibility is to effectively balance two jobs: representative and legislator. As a representative, one must be available to the constituency, effectively listen, and consistently show up for the people they represent. But this is only part of the job.

As a legislator, it is equally important to introduce, advocate for, and pass laws that reflect the needs and values of our community. This means being present in Congress, engaging in informed debate, and building coalitions to drive meaningful change. Balancing these roles requires dedication, empathy, and a relentless commitment to serving the public. It also involves consulting with the experts on the issues that matter to our communities.
One struggle in my life has been battling imposter syndrome and breaking free from societal norms imposed on women. For decades, I have worked to override these limiting beliefs, and like most struggles, it is a work in progress. Being a mom should empower people, especially women, but often society tells us otherwise. Women are natural problem solvers, innate multitaskers, and compassionate leaders through vulnerability and adversity. I've faced this challenge head-on, and it has strengthened my resolve to empower other women and ensure that all voices are heard and valued. Women are emerging from the days of being seen and not heard, and I’m proud to know that I’ve been an inspiration for many of them.
Even if Democrats and democracy prevail this cycle, we won't be entirely safe from those who continue to assault our freedoms. If Democrats lose and our democracy falls, we could spend the next decade and beyond clawing back what extreme Republicans have laid out in Project 2025. We will never make progress on federal gun safety legislation, we will see a continuation of the Dobbs era with the potential for a national abortion ban, and we will certainly witness corporate tax cuts and a widening income gap. We are at an inflection point in our nation’s history. This election could very well determine the direction and challenges our great experiment called democracy will face, and it’s our job to ensure we elect leaders up and down the ticket who will fight tirelessly to preserve and strengthen our democracy.
While advocating for our groundbreaking ‘red flag’ law in Michigan last year, I met a woman who tragically lost both of her children to gun violence, including her transgender daughter. She tried desperately to get her daughter help and to have guns removed from her home during a foreseeable moment of crisis, but she was unable to call on our judicial system and law enforcement due to the absence of an extreme risk protection order law.

In a society where we fail to create safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community and have more civilian-owned firearms than people, these issues converge to create a hostile environment for our kids. Members of the LGBTQ+ community are twice as likely to experience gun violence compared to their straight and cisgender peers. We need to do more to protect them.
100%. Full stop. Collaboration, compromise, and coalition-building are necessary to effectively represent and legislate for our communities. I will, however, never compromise on issues that threaten the safety of our kids, communities, and bodily autonomy.
Everytown, Moms Demand Action, Giffords, Brady PAC, Ban Assault Weapons Now, Their Future Our Vote, Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence

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Campaign website

Busch’s campaign website stated the following:

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THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AREN'T ENOUGH
Guns are the leading cause of death among American children and teens, and a staggering one-in-five U.S. adults have had a family member killed by a gun. This uniquely American problem is deeply personal for Emily, the mother of a school shooting survivor. Galvanized to protect other families and communities from similar trauma, Emily has advocated at the state level for historic common-sense gun safety legislation alongside other parents, teachers, students, families and survivors. She will take that invaluable perspective and drive for solutions to Congress because Michigan kids and communities deserve better than “thoughts & prayers.”

SECURE PERSONAL FREEDOMS
Extremist politicians like John James are mounting a nationwide assault on our rights from banning books, to banning abortion, to attacking LGBTQ kids. Emily believes that every American should have the right to read what they want, love who they love, and make the best decision for themselves about if, when, and how to start or grow a family, free from political or governmental interference. In Congress, she will be a steadfast voice to protect abortion rights, LGBTQ rights, and the personal freedoms of every Michigander.

STRONGER, FAIRER ECONOMY
As a working parent, Emily knows the stress that weighs on families' minds these days and is laser focused on making our economy work better for every Michigan family. That starts with upholding the dignity of work and ensuring that hard work is respected, rewarded, and protected. Emily will always stand up for workers and organized labor, and prioritize solutions that put financial stability in reach for everyone, not just a select few.

SAFER, HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES
Having spent nearly 30 years in the business sector, Emily experienced the impact of corporations prioritizing profits over people first-hand and walked away with problem-solving skills that will equip her to work with anyone to tackle our most urgent challenges. Too many Michigan families are forced to decide every month between paying for medicine and paying their rent. Emily understands what it's like to struggle with high healthcare costs, and to go without health care entirely. In Congress, Emily will work to expand access to healthcare, lower everyday costs for working families, and focus on the issues that matter most to Michiganders, from keeping our kids safe to keeping more money in families' wallets, so you can worry less and focus more on the things that are important to you. [3]

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—Emily Busch’s campaign website (2024)[4]

2022

Candidate Connection

Emily Busch completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Busch's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I am a mom to an Oxford High School Freshman and wife to a retired 25-year career firefighter and Marine. I settled in Oxford 17 years ago because I wanted to raise a family in a place with good schools and neighbors who knew each other, a place with safe neighborhoods and a strong sense of community. I’ve spent 28 years in corporate America enjoying a successful career in sales and management. After the November 30, 2021 shooting at Oxford High School I saw my community plunged into grief, sadness, and anger. We needed a leader who could bring us together to comfort, support, and help each other. I saw a community united in grief but divided by politics. We need to see each other not as “red” or “blue,” but as people first.
  • EDUCATION Michigan has so many great public schools and teachers. Unfortunately, public school funding has been undermined for decades and our teachers, after going to great lengths to teach and support their students during the pandemic, are now facing unfair attacks by those who do not value public education. As a result, Michigan is facing a teacher shortage. This has to stop. We can and must do a better job of supporting the teachers who have dedicated their lives to educating our kids.
  • MENTAL HEALTH This issue is very personal to me. After my son was born in 2007, I was diagnosed with postpartum depression. In 2009, my son’s father was diagnosed as bipolar. He struggled with this diagnosis and his inability to find adequate treatment until his death at age 53. Going to the doctor to care for your brain should be no different than going to the doctor to care for your heart or lungs. We must end the stigma surrounding mental illness and make sure people have access to mental health care no matter their age or income.
  • COMMUNITY I pride myself on bringing people together. I believe in being good to each other as humans. I believe we need to not only listen to each other, we need to hear each other. Maybe then we’ll see that we have more similarities than differences. This district deserves a leader who understands the people of this district, what we value, and what we need. A leader who can bring us together based on shared values.
I support a healthy environment. One of the things that makes living in Northern Oakland County so great are our many lakes and green spaces. Protecting our water and air is essential for life. Climate change is real and cannot be ignored. I want to see Michigan become a leader in renewable energy sources. We already make the best cars in the world and are well positioned to be a leader in making vehicles that run on renewable resources.

I support women. During my time in corporate America, I faced many obstacles simply for being a woman. I was subjected to sexual harassment and made less money than my male counterparts. That’s wrong. Women perform a lot of unpaid labor that helps keep our society running smoothly. We also need to trust women with their own reproductive choices. Whether or not someone has a child should not be decided by politicians.

I support workers. Having grown up in a white-collar household yet being married to a blue-collar union man gives me a unique perspective. I learned from my firefighter husband why unions are important. I support the right of workers to organize and collectively bargain. I also support paid family leave and paid sick days so that Michigan’s workers can afford to take care of themselves and their families.

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Emily Busch campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* U.S. House Michigan District 10Lost primary$514,531 $499,323
2022Michigan House of Representatives District 66Lost general$22,855 $0
Grand total$537,386 $499,323
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on July 9, 2022
    2. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on July 8, 2024
    3. ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
    4. ↑ Emily Busch’s campaign website, “Issues,” accessed July 24, 2024


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