# Event Details - **Event Name**: Democracy Brewing: Meet Barb Byrum - MI Secretary of State Candidate - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us at The Livery to chat with US Congress MI-04 Candidate Jessica Swartz and sip on some democracy at Democracy Brewing!About this EventWelcome to Democracy Brewing: Meet Barb Byrum!The 2026 elections are coming. Are you ready?Join Democracy Brewing for a straight-talk conversation with Barb Byrum, candidate for Michigan Secretary of State—the office that actually runs our elections. With 18 years in public service, including her time as Ingham County Clerk, Barb knows the ins and outs of Michigan voting because she’s been the one making it work. If you’ve got questions about voting in Michigan—how it works, what’s changing, or what you need to do—this is your chance to get real answers from someone who’s been in the trenches protecting voting rights and securing elections.Barb isn’t new to this. As Ingham County Clerk, she’s trained election inspectors, modernized outdated systems, and fought to make voting safer, easier, and more accessible for all Michiganders. She officiated the first same-sex marriage in our state and has worked to ensure government treats everyone equally—from updating marriage licenses to making forms accessible to trans residents. She’s exposed corruption, led reforms, and built public trust in our elections when we needed it most.This isn’t a lecture—it’s a conversation. We’ll cover what Michigan voters need to know heading into November 2026: your rights at the polls, how to register and stay registered, what to expect on Election Day, and how to cut through the noise to protect your voice in our democracy. Whether you’re a first-time voter or a seasoned pro, come ready with your questions.Democracy works best when we all show up informed. Let’s make sure you’re ready.Beer. Barb. Ballots. 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