WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet for Michigan's Eighth Congressional District. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opportunities for American businesses and workers.
“Kristen McDonald Rivet understands exactly what it takes to drive Mid-Michigan’s economy forward,” said Kathy Zhu, Manager of the Chamber’s Great Lakes Region. “Her pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to supporting local job creators and expanding workforce opportunities is the type of leadership we need in Washington. The U.S. Chamber is proud to endorse Kristen McDonald Rivet because we know she will be a relentless champion for free enterprise and sustained economic growth in Michigan and our nation.”
“Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet is a pragmatic public servant who understands what makes business work. She has a longstanding engagement with Chamber-affiliated strategic programs, such as Michigan Future, which are committed to increasing per-capita income," said Sandy K. Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber.
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About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations. For more than 114 years, we have advocated for pro-business policies that help businesses create jobs and grow our economy.
