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Yesterday, House Republicans passed HR 41, a resolution that would permanently halt nine of our bills from last term. The courts ruled against Hall, but he's still costing Michigan a future with affordable health care, increased retirement security for corrections officers and support for hardworking Michiganders.
Happy 313 Day, Detroit! Detroiters embody the spirit of creativity and resilience that makes the 313 more than just an area code — it's a way of life.
JUST NOW: By holding these bills hostage, Michigan Republicans are unconstitutionally hurting working families & cultural treasures like Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.
While House Republicans want to strip away your rights, House Dems are fighting to keep families together because, as Representative Jason Morgan said: "This fight is personal — for all Michiganders, everyone deserves the right to marry the person they love."
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One week after one of his House colleagues introduced a resolution calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider its landmark ruling ending bans on same-sex marriage, state Rep. Jason Morgan (D-Ann ...The #TrumpTradeWar is creating a lot of whiplash and even more financial anxiety. Dems believe in setting up Michiganders to thrive for generations, but the Republican #costofchaos is jeopardizing our futures.
Wall Street careens between a modest gain and sharp tumble in head-spinning day
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Like it's been for most of the past few weeks, the market’s slide on Tuesday was erratic and dizzying.Amongst funding freezes to nonprofits, House Republicans declared today Community Volunteer Day in the state of Michigan. Lip service doesn't erase the fact that Republicans are systematically erasing volunteer-based services that Michiganders rely on.
Michigan food banks hit by Trump funding freeze to local farmers | Bridge Michigan
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A Biden-era program that pays local farmers to supply food for the needy is one of dozens of programs that Donald Trump has temporarily halted amid efforts to examine government spending.The #TrumpTradeWar will not only cost Michiganders more in monthly bills — it could destabilize our electric grid and put us at risk for unscheduled outages. #costofchaos
In response to Trump tariffs, Canada charges extra 25% for electricity
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Canadian officials estimated this could add about 100 Canadian dollars ($69 in U.S. dollars) per month to the bills of each American affected.LIVE: House Democrats are standing up against the GOP's #PinkPollTax, which would restrict voters at the ballot box. House Dems are fighting to ensure our elections are free, fair and accessible for ALL Michiganders.
Republicans may want to hide from their communities, but Dems know that good government starts with people-powered policies. Ann Arbor-based Democrats came together to hear concerns from their communities because we won't stop fighting for a government that works for YOU!
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Yesterday, House Republicans passed HR 41, a resolution that would permanently halt nine of our bills from last term. The courts ruled against Hall, but he's still costing Michigan a future with affordable health care, increased retirement security for corrections officers and support for hardworking Michiganders. ... See MoreSee Less
Happy 313 Day, Detroit! Detroiters embody the spirit of creativity and resilience that makes the 313 more than just an area code — it's a way of life. ... See MoreSee Less
JUST NOW: By holding these bills hostage, Michigan Republicans are unconstitutionally hurting working families & cultural treasures like Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. ... See MoreSee Less
While House Republicans want to strip away your rights, House Dems are fighting to keep families together because, as Representative Jason Morgan said: "This fight is personal — for all Michiganders, everyone deserves the right to marry the person they love." ... See MoreSee Less
Ann Arbor representative aims to repeal ban on same-sex marriage amid Supreme Court concerns • Michigan Advance
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One week after one of his House colleagues introduced a resolution calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider its landmark ruling ending bans on same-sex marriage, state Rep. Jason Morgan (D-Ann ...The #TrumpTradeWar is creating a lot of whiplash and even more financial anxiety. Dems believe in setting up Michiganders to thrive for generations, but the Republican #costofchaos is jeopardizing our futures. ... See MoreSee Less
Wall Street careens between a modest gain and sharp tumble in head-spinning day
to.pbs.org
Like it's been for most of the past few weeks, the market’s slide on Tuesday was erratic and dizzying.Amongst funding freezes to nonprofits, House Republicans declared today Community Volunteer Day in the state of Michigan. Lip service doesn't erase the fact that Republicans are systematically erasing volunteer-based services that Michiganders rely on. ... See MoreSee Less
Michigan food banks hit by Trump funding freeze to local farmers | Bridge Michigan
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A Biden-era program that pays local farmers to supply food for the needy is one of dozens of programs that Donald Trump has temporarily halted amid efforts to examine government spending.The #TrumpTradeWar will not only cost Michiganders more in monthly bills — it could destabilize our electric grid and put us at risk for unscheduled outages. #costofchaos ... See MoreSee Less
In response to Trump tariffs, Canada charges extra 25% for electricity
bit.ly
Canadian officials estimated this could add about 100 Canadian dollars ($69 in U.S. dollars) per month to the bills of each American affected.LIVE: House Democrats are standing up against the GOP's #PinkPollTax, which would restrict voters at the ballot box. House Dems are fighting to ensure our elections are free, fair and accessible for ALL Michiganders. ... See MoreSee Less
Republicans may want to hide from their communities, but Dems know that good government starts with people-powered policies. Ann Arbor-based Democrats came together to hear concerns from their communities because we won't stop fighting for a government that works for YOU! ... See MoreSee Less