Michigan Furry Brings Honey Badger Energy to Congress Fight
Elyon Badger, also known as Samuel Smeltzer, is running for the Democratic primary in Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
Badger's campaign is notable for its use of humor, with him often wearing marijuana-themed attire or a honey badger fursuit. However, he takes the issues seriously.
He was motivated to run for office after spending "too much" time "yapping" on social media about ways to improve the country.
His platform includes supporting Medicare for All. The district he is running in includes the state capital of Lansing and conservative Livingston County.
Author's summary: Elyon Badger runs for Congress with humor.