The Ann Arbor District Library’s Summer Game is here and bigger than ever, with record-breaking engagement! As Board President, I’m proud to have delivered another balanced budget that protects these special traditions and brings our community together.

In our house, we celebrate Uncle’s Day! I am so grateful to the teenage boy who stepped up to help take care of me as a baby, and the man who constantly encourages me now—captured here on my wedding day in Ann Arbor.

🚨 Our very first ad spot is officially live! 🚨 I’m running a grassroots campaign with absolutely zero PAC dollars, so my only priority is working for you. #A2Council, let’s turn the page together.

We walked across the Fourth Ward! From local favorites like York and Black Diesel to our beautiful parks, this community has so much vibrancy. I’m eager to keep listening, learning, and working for you. Say hello when you see me out!

Huge news! I am profoundly honored to be endorsed by @esavit.bsky.social, Washtenaw County’s Prosecuting Attorney and Michigan’s next Attorney General. Eli’s tireless dedication to justice inspires us all. I feel incredibly grateful for his trust and partnership as we move forward.

Canvassing the Fourth Ward is always a blast, especially with extra help at the doors! We’re having so much fun connecting with neighbors of all ages. Want to join the team and get your own campaign button? Sign up to knock doors today: www.voteaidansova.com/get-involved

I am grateful to everyone who braved the rain to connect in Lower Burns Park! It was special to learn more about the issues that matter most to you and your families. I deeply appreciate your time, trust, and warmth as we move forward together.

I was proud to join the NAACP Ann Arbor Branch to march in celebration of Juneteenth. We honor the history, strength, and resilience of Black Americans by recommitting ourselves to the daily work of building a more just and equitable city.

I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of IBEW Local 252! The skilled electrical workers of the labor movement keep our community running and power our local economy. I look forward to partnering with them to build a sustainable, modern infrastructure with fair wages.

Happy Pride Month, Ann Arbor! As Board President, I’m incredibly proud of the steps our Library has taken to champion inclusivity, celebrate our LGBTQ+ community, and ensure everyone feels at home here.

Team Sova is on the move with less than 60 days until the election! Want to join us on the campaign trail? Sign up to knock doors with us across the Fourth Ward and you’ll get your very own campaign button for your bag. Let’s win this together! www.voteaidansova.com/get-involved

It is a true privilege to have the endorsement of State Senator Jeff Irwin! Jeff is widely known for his relentless advocacy on environmental safety and housing opportunity. My respect for his leadership is immense, and I am proud to have his support in this race for #A2Council.

I am thrilled to join the Board of Directors at the Michigan Advocacy Program! MAP provides crucial access to justice by delivering free civil legal aid to low-income families, seniors, and farmworkers. It’s an honor to help advance their statewide advocacy and community support!

The highest honor of this campaign is being invited into your homes to learn about what matters most to you, your families, and your loved ones. I am deeply grateful for this trust. If you would like to host a living room conversation, please reach out!

It was an incredible evening at the @aadl.org for last night’s Big Gay Read kickoff featuring Chuck Tingle! I am proud to join my fellow Trustees in supporting inclusive, vibrant community programming that celebrates diverse stories.

As the youngest Black person in Ann Arbor history to serve in elected office, moments of community like today’s African American Downtown Festival are so special. It was an honor to also celebrate my friend Justin Harper and his incredible community work. These spaces matter!

City bureaucracy should not barrier local success. On City Council, I will work to simplify permitting and licensing so small businesses can be at their best. Thanks to Madras Masala on Packard for your good work—let us return the care by protecting our local ownership!

What an incredible turnout at Landsdowne Park for our meet and greet! Thank you to the more than 30 neighbors who spent their evening talking about the future of Ann Arbor. I am deeply grateful for your support, thoughtful questions, and shared dedication to our community.

I am already delivering for the Fourth Ward. As Library Board President, I am proud of how we have expanded collections, created vital community spaces, and increased branch programming. Bringing this proven track record to #A2Council is my top priority.

It was fun joining neighbors and friends from all over the city for the Dexter-Ann Arbor half marathon! We live in a stunning community and this annual run reminds us how fortunate we are to call this area home. I’m going to take an ice bath in celebration of a personal best.

There is still time to join in on the fun this weekend! Our team is out hitting the pavement, and we want you out here with us. Sign up to canvass the Fourth Ward and help us keep this momentum moving forward: www.voteaidansova.com/get-involved

I am so grateful to Royal Cut for hosting a sign! As a loyal customer of 8 years, I know firsthand why so many Fourth Ward residents rely on them for haircuts. It’s important to support the small businesses that anchor our community. Get your sign here: www.voteaidansova.com/get-involved

My time on the Ann Arbor Human Rights Commission was defined by real outcomes. Among other successes, we helped improve the non-discrimination ordinance, enacted the Crown Act, and advised on equitable pandemic recovery funding. I’m ready to bring this experience to #A2Council!

I am profoundly honored to receive the endorsement of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and to be designated as a Sexual & Reproductive Health Champion! As the only candidate in this race to earn this distinction, I look forward to bringing this advocacy to #A2Council.

Our volunteers and I were overjoyed to connect with Fourth Ward residents at their doors this weekend! Want to help us keep this momentum going and hit the pavement? Join our team here: www.voteaidansova.com/get-involved

I was deeply grateful to spend Memorial Day honoring our fallen heroes alongside neighbors at the Ann Arbor parade. Today, we pause to remember those we have lost in service and reflect on the profound value of community, peace, and looking out for one another.

Neighbors, please join us for a campaign meet and greet on June 2nd at 7:00 PM in Lansdowne Park! Let’s connect, share ideas, and discuss what matters to you in the Fourth Ward. I’m so excited to spend time together!

Come rain, wind, or storm, Team Sova is out on the trail! We're continuing to hit the pavement across the Fourth Ward, knocking on doors to listen directly to you about the local issues that matter most.

Ena and I met Pikachu! We managed to catch the early access Pokémon exhibit at the Field Museum before spending our final hours in Chicago recruiting close friends to visit us in Ann Arbor next.

Mark your calendars, Lower Burns Park neighbors! Join us for Popsicles in the Park on June 14th at 3:00 PM in Graydon Park! Bring the kids, grab a treat, and let’s talk about the future of our treasured Fourth Ward community.

I am thrilled to earn the endorsement of the Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters! As we work to build more affordable, attainable housing in the Fourth Ward, I am proud to stand with the union labor actually building our community's future.

#A2Council, our official campaign buttons have arrived! Grab yours by signing up for a canvassing session—this Saturday is a perfect day to join us in knocking doors across the Fourth Ward. Let’s connect with neighbors and build this future together: www.voteaidansova.com/get-involved

I am proud to have passed another balanced public budget of $23M for the Ann Arbor District Library’s upcoming fiscal year! As Board President, I remain dedicated to protecting our community spaces, expanding resources, and ensuring our library system remains world-class for all.

I’ve been endorsed by the Young Democrats of Michigan, the official youth arm of the Michigan Democratic Party! Their energy is exactly what we need to build a more affordable and inclusive Fourth Ward.

I am incredibly proud to have the support of my friend, Lieutenant Governor @garlingilchrist.bsky.social! From our life-saving work on his COVID-19 Racial Disparities Task Force to today, it is an honor to join him in standing tall for Ann Arbor and the state of Michigan. Let's do this, #A2Council!

Our momentum is growing! Yard signs are here and folks are already having a blast showing their support across the neighborhood. If you’d like to join the fun and help spread our message in the Fourth Ward, visit our website to request yours today. Let's keep building together, #A2Council!

I am honored to have the endorsement of State House Minority Leader Ranjeev Puri! He is a visionary leader, and our partnership is vital for delivering the state-level resources Ann Arbor deserves. Together, we are focused on real results and a brighter future for our communities. #A2Council

If you’ve seen our campaign logo, you’ve seen one of my oldest pals in action. Meghan Butterfield and I first met in the fourth grade. We became fast friends through the playground politics and local shorthand of a Michigan public school upbringing.

Tomorrow, I'll be knocking doors across the Fourth Ward all day! I'm looking forward to hearing from neighbors about how we can build a more affordable Ann Arbor together. Want to join the team and help us reach more voters? DM me-l'd love to do this with you!

In April, my mother was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at the age of forty-six. Over the next many months, she will undergo chemotherapy, surgery, targeted gene therapy, and radiation.

I was thrilled to welcome Ann Arbor Public School teachers on their tour of the Library Archives—and especially to see my old high school swim coach! Brian Thomas provided guidance and care at a critical moment in my life. I’ll pay it forward by standing alongside our teachers!

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On Sunday, I was invited to speak at New Hope Baptist Church and reflect on my service, faith, and identity. I’m running for #A2Council because I believe in a city that’s affordable and accessible for all—one where every neighbor can truly thrive.

Last year, I was honored to deliver the keynote address at the University of Michigan’s First-Generation Commencement. Speaking as a fellow graduate, I know firsthand that true leadership requires protecting and advancing pathways that allow diverse talents to flourish. Go Blue!

Congratulations to my sister-in-law, Maille Humphries, on her graduation from Western Michigan University. Ena and I are excited that she will be moving to Ann Arbor this fall to pursue a Master of Social Work. Go Blue!

A glimpse into my first moments and path in Ann Arbor. Growing up, I believed a place like this was never meant for a poor kid like me. I’m running for City Council to ensure that every resident, regardless of their background, feels they belong and can thrive here.

35 members of Congress voted Nay. Growing up, a rotisserie chicken was the one affordable luxury we could count on. To strip away these affordable staples that families rely on for survival and dignity is fundamentally anti-poor. This is so messed up.

I am honored to be endorsed by Iron Workers Local 25! Unions are the foundation of a strong Ann Arbor, protecting the skilled tradespeople who literally build our city. I deeply appreciate their trust as we work to deliver a future that supports and respects every worker.

Last night, the Library Board passed a resolution to purchase the air rights at Library Lane! This is a tremendous step toward a new downtown library that will benefit Ann Arbor for generations. I am proud to continue delivering real results for the Fourth Ward and beyond.

I’m honored to be endorsed by the Washtenaw County Skilled Building Trades Council! From electricians to plumbers to masons and dozens of other crafts, these are the hands that build our city. I am grateful for their faith and the massive talent they bring to Ann Arbor. #A2Council