Greetings!
I have a couple of exciting things coming up in our community for you to attend! I hope you’ll consider joining me to celebrate Black History Month.
It’s a moment for all of us to reflect on the contributions African-Americans have made in Michigan and the world.
I am proud to be a part of the legacy of Black elected officials, representing parts of Detroit, Redford Township and Livonia.
I am committed to justice and equality, on principle and for the love of all humanity. I am not ashamed nor am I afraid or intimidated to stand up for what’s right, especially for the least of us and the most vulnerable. See you in the district.
Blessings,
Rep. Steph
Stephanie A. Young
State Representative
House District 16
Love Is The Work!
Let’s Celebrate Black History Month in the District!
I’m proud to have special guest Rosedale Reads join me as we present the 4th Annual FREE Black History Month Discussion. This year we proudly feature one of Detroit’s very own, historian and author, Ken Coleman.
This event will be in person in Koelzer Hall at Christ the King Church in Detroit on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 4-6 p.m.
We will take time to reflect as a community on the legacy and current state of life for Black Americans.
We will also be raffling off books on Black History. It’s going to be a great time for all who attend!
For the in person event, please be sure to RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling (517) 373-2576 by Wednesday, Feb. 18.
Last Week in Lansing: What You Need to Know
Last week, the President reiterated previous remarks suggesting that elections should be nationalized in various cities, confirming that Detroit was among those referenced. Following his remarks, on Feb. 5, House Republicans introduced and adopted House Resolution 244, urging U.S. Congress to enact the SAVE Act — a bill that could block tens of millions of Americans from voting.
I shared with you back in April last year, what the SAVE Act means for voting rights with citizenship requirements. Dems called it the “Pink Poll Tax” for women. This requirement of citizenship to vote
by matching a birth certificate and current state issued driver’s license or id will affect approximately 2.2 million women in Michigan who are either married, divorced or were adopted and whose names do not match their birth certificates.
Here in Michigan House Republicans are uplifting policies like the SAVE Act, introducing the citizenship requirements for voting. We are united in fighting for our collective fundamental right to vote and freedom to exercise this right
Stay tuned…
Detroit Caucus Denounces House Support of Nationalized Elections
The Detroit Caucus issued a statement on House Resolution 244, passed by House Republicans urging U.S. Congress to enact the SAVE Act — a bill that could block tens of millions of Americans from voting. My comments as Chair of the Detroit Caucus:
“Detroit will not be bullied out of its constitutional authority to run free and fair elections. Calls to federalize local voting systems are not only unconstitutional, they are dangerous.
The so-called SAVE Act is just the latest attempt to erect barriers between eligible voters and the ballot box. Michigan already has secure elections. We reject this [maneuver], and we will fight any effort to suppress voters or undermine local control.”