The Fox 2 / MyFoxDetroit.com political team posed 5 questions to all candidates running for the office of either Governor, U.S. Congress, State Senate or State House Representative in the following counties: Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw, Livingston, Lapeer and St Clair. The Primary is August 3rd.

Why are you running for office?

What is the biggest problem facing Michigan residents today and how would you solve it?

What's a better solution: finding revenue or cutting costs to meet Michigan's public education budget? How would you do it?

What's the best way to create jobs for Michigan residents?

After you leave this earth, what will they say about you?