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On 100th anniversary of Tulsa Massacre, Republicans undermine goal of reflecting on, learning from history
LANSING, Mich., June 1, 2021 — Today marks the 100th anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Massacre, when Black homes and [...]
House Democrats Call for Release of Federal Funding for Families, Schools
LANSING, Mich., May 27, 2021 — Republicans are continuing to leave $3.7 billion of federal COVID-19 relief funding in Washington, [...]
House Democrats Advocate for Auto Insurance Reform Ahead of July 1 Deadline
LANSING, Mich., May 26, 2021 — House Democrats hosted a virtual press conference today to discuss the need to update [...]
Lasinski disappointed with a budget that fails to support key programs
LANSING, Mich., May 12, 2021 — The Michigan House passed a series of Fiscal Year 2022 departmental budgets this week, [...]
Lasinski on herd immunity falsehoods and COVID relief funding
Shirkey falsely claims Michigan has already reached 70% immunity threshold LANSING, Mich., May 6, 2021 —A supplemental budget to allocate [...]
Lasinski: One year later, Republicans evade accountability for coddling paramilitary groups, undermining democracy
Election efforts continue to advance The Big Lie LANSING — House Democratic Leader Donna Lasinski (D-Scio Twp.) released the following [...]
With the official signing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill, an estimated 10 million Americans will be kicked off Medicaid, including hundreds of thousands of Michiganders — let's call this what it is: disastrous and detrimental to the health of our people and our economy.
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GOP megabill’s final score: $3.4T in red ink and 10 million kicked off health insurance, CBO says
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The package President Donald Trump signed on July 4 would grow the deficit over the next 10 years, Congress’ nonpartisan scorekeeper predicts.Just wrapped up a town hall at Macomb Community College. Grateful to everyone who showed up and shared their stories about how our community members are impacted by public education. And now we need to hear from YOU. What issues are important to you and your family, and how can MI House Democrats make those changes real? Visit housedems.com/vision-survey/ to share your voice. ... See MoreSee Less
Just wrapped up a town hall at Macomb Community College. Grateful to everyone who showed up and shared their stories about how our community members are impacted by public education. And now we need to hear from YOU. What issues are important to you and your family, and how can MI House Democrats make those changes real? Visit https://housedems.com/vision-survey/ to share your voice.
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Michigan parents are heartbroken and furious. Our kids deserve books, teachers and a future where they can thrive. Instead, Trump and Republicans are treating their education like a game. ... See MoreSee Less
‘I’m watching children suffer.’ Michigan parents, advocates react as Trump dismantles the Education Department
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Data from the Education Department shows the pace at which it resolves civil rights complaints has slowed as the Trump administration dismantles the agency.Medicaid cuts will affect people across Michigan — especially those in the places that rely on it most. By supporting the Big Beautiful Bill, Michigan Republicans are giving a master class on ignoring people's needs. ... See MoreSee Less
3 things to know about Medicaid cuts and where Michigan could be most affected
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Rural communities could lose vital access to medical care as federal legislation threatens to slash Medicaid funding by $1 trillion over the next decade.Trump and Republicans are giving their billionaire buddies a tax break on the backs of everyday Michiganders. Michigan Dems won't take this lying down because we believe in #PuttingPeopleFirst. ... See MoreSee Less
Trump's economy isn't working for Michigan. Thanks to tariffs and just plain terrible Republican policy, a $55 billion investment that would create jobs is off the table, and working families are paying the price. ... See MoreSee Less
Americans losing faith in Trump’s economy as company abandons $55B plan for Michigan
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An Associated Press poll found fewer Americans trust President Donald Trump’s economic policies.House Republicans are pulling a Ferris Bueller and taking some undeserved time off — even while their lack of a final budget means teachers are prepping for layoffs. We've been here, ready for Republicans to get to work for the people of Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
Veterans deserve our respect and care, but Republican cuts to food assistance will leave those who served our country wondering how they'll put food on the table. This is a new low, Republicans. ... See MoreSee Less