Lucious Conway

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Lucious Conway

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 4, 2025

Education

High school

River Rouge High School

Bachelor's

Liberty University, 2024

Personal

Birthplace

River Rouge, Mich.

Religion

Spiritual

Profession

Paralegal

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Lucious Conway ran for election for an at-large seat of the Detroit City Council in Michigan. He lost as a write-in in the general election on November 4, 2025.

Conway completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Lucious Conway was born in River Rouge, Michigan. He earned a high school diploma from River Rouge High School and a bachelor's degree from Liberty University in 2024. His career experience includes working as a paralegal. Conway has been affiliated with Morton Manor Tenants Association and San Juan Town Homes Tenants Association.

Elections

2025

See also: City elections in Detroit, Michigan (2025)

General election

General election for Detroit City Council At-large (2 seats)

The following candidates ran in the general election for Detroit City Council At-large on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mary Waters (Nonpartisan)	36.1	70,983
✔		Coleman Young II (Nonpartisan)	33.4	65,796
	Submit photo	Janee Ayers (Nonpartisan)	19.6	38,506
		James Harris (Nonpartisan)	10.5	20,655
	Submit photo	Earl O'Neal Jr. (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	0
		Lucious Conway (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	0
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	787

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source	Total votes: 196,727
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Detroit City Council At-large (2 seats)

The following candidates ran in the primary for Detroit City Council At-large on August 5, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mary Waters (Nonpartisan)	32.8	47,845
✔		Coleman Young II (Nonpartisan)	32.1	46,751
✔	Submit photo	Janee Ayers (Nonpartisan)	13.8	20,051
✔		James Harris (Nonpartisan)	7.3	10,649
		Shakira Lynn Hawkins (Nonpartisan)	6.0	8,694
		Valerie Parker (Nonpartisan)	2.9	4,299
	Submit photo	Gary Hunter (Nonpartisan)	2.4	3,471
		Levan Adams (Nonpartisan)	2.3	3,388
	Submit photo	Theodore Dorsette (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	16
	Submit photo	Patricia Hurt (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	2
	Submit photo	Anthony Walker (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	2
	Submit photo	Jenika-Renee' Whitehead (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	1
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	637

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 145,806
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Victoria Collier (Nonpartisan)
• Ramon Jackson (Nonpartisan)

Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2025

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Lucious Conway completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Conway's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

The Political Establishment and the Incumbents treat running our city like a part-time job or a corporate fundraiser. Their job is to run the machine. My job is to write the Blueprint for a better Detroit.

They imposed a punitive $500 curfew fine—a direct tax on poverty—proving they are structurally incapable of producing a different result. Rev. Lucious Conway brings the expertise that matters: ✅ 40 Years as a practicing paralegal. ✅ Legal & Moral Authority of decades of practice. ✅ A College Textbook author. We were warned. Now, the choice is ours. Do we vote for FAILURE of capacity, or do we vote for the EXPERTISE needed to fix our system? The Blueprint is ready. Detroit needs change, not the status quo.

Vote Lucious Conway At-Large. Vote for a DIFFERENT RESULT. I already did on my absentee ballot!

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• For too long, folks been talkin’ about Detroit’s “comeback” like it only happened in two ZIP codes — downtown and midtown. But I know this city from the block to the boardroom, and I’m here to tell you: that ain’t the whole story.

  My campaign is built on one plain truth — every policy, every dollar spent, every shiny new project ought to answer one question: *How does this make life better for that mama on Dequindre who just wants a streetlight that works and a bus that shows up when it’s supposed to?

  It’s time Detroit’s comeback stopped being something you read about in the headlines and started being something you can feel on your own street.
• A Detroit home should be an asset, not an asterisk. Too many neighborhoods have been left behind while blight and vacant houses fuel crime and unsafe streets. As your At-Large Council Member, I’ll put power and resources back where they belong — in our communities. Stop the Land Bank from hoarding homes. Create a Neighborhood Opportunity Fund from redirected Downtown tax breaks to repair homes and fund community patrols. We’ll clean up our blocks, restore safety, and give residents real ownership of their streets. When our neighborhoods win, Detroit wins.
• A growing Detroit means nothing if the prosperity doesn’t reach your kitchen table. We see new developments and shiny projects, but too many Detroiters are still on the sidelines. On City Council, I’m committed to a Detroit Jobs Guarantee — building a real pipeline of opportunity right in our neighborhoods. Here’s how we make it happen: 1️⃣ Enforce the local hiring rules on every project that gets city tax breaks — no exceptions. 2️⃣ Launch a City Council-backed program for free, targeted skilled trades training — barbering, cosmetology, plumbing, electrical, HVAC — connecting Detroiters straight to city contracts. 3️⃣ Tangibly support small, minority, and women-owned businesses.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

We cannot wait for justice to trickle down—we must mandate it through policy:

• Youth Apprenticeships that redeem potential and secure futures.
• Your power is the pen. On Election Day, write in Rev. Lucious Conway. Let’s elect a Council that remembers Detroit is family.
• Accountable Budgets that prioritize residents over contractors.

• Transparent Policing that builds trust, not tension.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

This office is unique because it bridges the people and the law, turning the city charter into real-life protections and opportunities for Detroiters. It holds city agencies accountable, enforces policies fairly, and ensures public resources serve neighborhoods, not just downtown. Unlike other offices, it combines legal authority, fiscal oversight, and moral responsibility, giving residents a direct voice in government. It’s a place where justice, transparency, and practical action meet — making it essential for both the city’s governance and the larger state legal system.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to leaders who combined courage, wisdom, and faith in service of justice. From the Late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Malcolm X, to Thurgood Marshall and even Freddie Gray’s fight for dignity, I draw lessons on standing for truth against impossible odds. I also respect George Washington — a political leader who never separated his faith in God from his duty to the people, showing that a nation and a city succeed only when leaders lead with both conviction and conscience. Their examples guide how I serve and fight for Detroit.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The first and most important characteristic of an elected official is integrity. If you can’t walk in truth before God and the people, nothing else matters. Scripture teaches that a leader who loves righteousness and justice brings life to the city. An official must be accountable — not just to donors, lobbyists, or headlines, of which I have none, but to the people whose lives are affected by every decision.

Next is service. Public office is a calling, not a career. You must see yourself as a steward of the people’s resources, time, and trust, willing to carry burdens and fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. James reminds us that faith without works is dead; leadership without action is empty.

Then comes wisdom and discernment. A council member or elected official must know how to listen deeply, judge fairly, and make choices that honor both the immediate needs of the people and the long-term health of the community. This includes the ability to discern not only law and policy, but human character, motivation, and the spiritual pulse of your constituency.

Courage is essential. Standing up for what is right often means facing opposition from powerful forces. You must have the boldness of Nehemiah rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls, willing to risk comfort, reputation, and even peace to protect the city and its people.

Finally, vision grounded in justice and love. An official must see beyond today’s headlines to the kind of city your children and grandchildren will inherit. Policies, budgets, and decisions should answer one question: Does this make life measurably better for the people on the streets, in the homes, and in the hearts of our communities?

In short: integrity, service, wisdom, courage, and vision rooted in justice — these are the pillars of leadership that do more than govern. They transform a city.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibility of anyone elected to this office is to serve the people with integrity and accountability. Every decision, every policy must answer: Does this protect, uplift, and create opportunity for our neighborhoods? You must enforce the law and uphold the charter, hold city agencies accountable, and ensure resources benefit the people. Protect life, safety, and dignity, restore neglected blocks, and support local jobs, training, and minority- and women-owned businesses. Lead with wisdom, courage, and justice, listening deeply, acting boldly, and keeping the welfare of Detroiters as your compass. Anything less fails the office and the people.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The legacy I want to leave is one of fearless faith — putting the courage of my conscience on the line before God, the world, my country, my state, my county, my city, and my neighborhood. I want to be remembered as someone who stood for justice, spoke truth without compromise, and fought tirelessly to uplift the people and communities I was called to serve. A life marked by integrity, courage, and unwavering commitment to what is right — that is the legacy I strive for.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first historical event I clearly remember is the assassination of the Late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I was just 5 years old. Even at that age, I felt the weight of grief, loss, and the urgency of justice in our communities. That moment seared into me the truth that leadership carries profound responsibility — to stand for righteousness, to speak for the voiceless, and to fight for a city and a nation that honors the dignity of every person even if it costs my life. Because if I do it right, it likely will.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was sweeping and mopping the floors at Gains Corner Store in Downriver Southwest Detroit, in River Rouge. I started there when I was just 8 or 9 years old, learning the value of work, discipline, and responsibility early in life. I continued there for four or five years, until I qualified for the city’s summer jobs program at 13. That experience taught me the dignity of labor and the importance of showing up every day — lessons that have guided me in every role I’ve held since.

What is your favorite book? Why?

My favorite book is the Ethiopian Bible and all of its 88 books. I believe it holds the whole truth that God gave to man — a complete guide for life, faith, and justice. It shapes how I see the world, informs how I lead, and gives me the wisdom and courage to serve my community with integrity, purpose, and steadfast faith.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

At 62 years old, I don’t imagine myself as any fictional character. My life has been too real, too tested, and too shaped by faith and experience to live in imagination. I’ve walked through enough truth to know that real courage, struggle, and purpose are found in the lives we actually live — not in stories made up by others. My heroes are real people who stood on principle and lived their convictions before God and man.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

One of the greatest struggles in my life has been sacrificing personal gratification for public edification. Choosing service over comfort, the needs of the people over personal gain, has often demanded patience, discipline, and endurance. Yet every sacrifice has been a lesson in faith, purpose, and the true meaning of leadership — that the measure of a life is not what we take for ourselves, but what we give to lift up others.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Yes. Many don’t realize this office can directly influence how city resources are used, enforce compliance on contracts and development projects, draft, publish, and advocate for laws that benefit residents, and ensure transparency in city operations. It’s not just ceremonial — it has real authority to protect neighborhoods, hold agencies accountable, and make sure tax dollars actually improve people’s lives. When used with integrity, these powers give Detroiters a voice in the decisions that shape their streets, homes, and livelihoods every day.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Experience in government or politics can help, but it is wisdom, integrity, and a heart for service that matter most. Scripture teaches that a leader who understands the law, listens to the people, and judges righteously brings life to the city (Proverbs 29:2). Prior experience can provide tools, but without fear of God, discernment, and a commitment to justice, even seasoned politicians can fail. True effectiveness comes from serving with knowledge, courage, and a focus on uplifting the neighborhoods, not just navigating offices.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

The most helpful skills for this office are knowledge of the law, expertise in justice, and the ability to hold systems accountable. As someone with 40 years as a paralegal and a lifetime in public service, I know the difference between policy on paper and policy that works for people. Leaders must understand city ordinances, contracts, budgets, and enforcement mechanisms, while also exercising wisdom, discernment, and moral courage to protect neighborhoods and ensure resources benefit the people, not just powerful interests. After all lawmakers should have mastery of the law.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

The At-Large Council seat is unique because it serves the entire city, not just a single district, much like the Mayor’s role in representing Detroit as a whole. It bridges neighborhoods, enforces citywide policies, oversees budgets and contracts, and ensures transparency, giving every resident a voice in government. Few offices combine legal authority, fiscal oversight, and moral responsibility across the city, making this seat essential for protecting communities, guiding growth, and shaping a Detroit that works for everyone.

Candidates hear many personal stories from voters. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching or memorable?

One story that stays with me is that of a senior citizen who applied for an apartment in a senior building. She was on a fixed income, and her Section 8 voucher didn’t cover the full rent. Several of her children committed in writing to make up the difference, yet the property management company still denied her. That broke my heart — because it showed how easily our elders, who built this city, can be shut out of the very housing meant to protect them. Stories like hers remind me why I fight for justice, fairness, and dignity for every Detroiter.

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

One accomplishment I’m proud of is helping that senior citizen secure an apartment she was initially denied. Through persistent advocacy — making calls and sending emails to local, state, and federal officials, including HUD officers — I was able to get her approved. That moment reminded me why I serve: to turn systems meant to help people into systems that actually do, and to fight for dignity, justice, and real solutions for those who need them most.

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