Democratic legislator affirms commitment to fighting for equitable access to education, justice
LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2025 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her seventh State of the State Address before a joint legislative session today. In her speech, the governor discussed her plan to lower costs for families ahead of more looming tariffs, increase the workforce and deliver results for the people of Michigan. After the address, state Rep. Tonya Myers Phillips (D-Detroit) issued the following statement:
“It was an honor to attend my first State of the State Address with my guest, Mayor Glenda McDonald of Highland Park. Mayor McDonald is a purpose-driven leader who has secured crucial state assistance, financial relief and infrastructure improvements for the city. Her spirit of advocacy and unwavering commitment to our community was reflected in the priorities outlined in the governor’s address — to center people.
“I will continue to fight for affordable housing, economic opportunity and preserving the social safety net – these things are essential to every person’s wellbeing and prosperity. This work is the work we must do to build up a safe and strong Michigan that works for all of us.”
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