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DETROIT – Supporters of Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed voiced support for guaranteed income, a social safety net concept gaining traction in municipalities across the nation.

"I think it's a good idea," one rallygoer told Fox News Digital. "With the prices rising and programs being cut like they are and trying to get access to them. Yeah, I think it's a good idea. I hope he supports them."

Fox News Digital spoke with voters outside Cass Technical High School in Detroit, where El-Sayed hosted a campaign rally featuring former President Barack Obama . The event marked a key moment in the progressive candidate’s effort to strengthen ties with the Democratic establishment as he seeks to succeed retiring Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich.

OBAMA PREPARES TO RALLY WITH MICHIGAN DEM WHO ONCE DELIVERED SCATHING VERDICT ON HIS PRESIDENCY

Former President Barack Obama, center, joined by Democratic U.S.…