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Conlin Resolution Declares February as American Heart Month
LANSING, Mich., Feb. 7, 2024 — To raise awareness about the prevalence of cardiovascular disease and promote heart health, [...]
Witwer on Governor’s Executive Budget Proposal
Appropriations chair applauds impactful budget priorities House Appropriations Chair state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) greets Gov. Gretchen [...]
Dems Countdown to a Better Michigan, Lowering Costs for Michiganders
State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) speaks on the retirement tax rollback on Jan. 9, 2024 at AARP Michigan State [...]
Laws Taking Effect to Empower Michigan Voters
Landmark Legislation Protects Elections, Expands Voting Access State Rep. Kara Hope (D-Holt), right, high-fives Gov. Gretchen Whitmer during a [...]
Dems are Supporting Education for a Better Michigan
Lawmakers pose at a bill signing on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids. LANSING, [...]
Laws Taking Effect to Empower Michigan Workers
House Democrats mark new era by strengthening workers’ rights Members of the public listen to testimony of the House [...]
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
When you don't show up for work or do your job, there are consequences. So why aren't House Republicans showing up for work and passing a final budget on time? House Dems are working for you & want to pass a budget that puts people over politics. ... See MoreSee Less
Groceries, gas and everyday essentials keep getting pricier, and Trump's tariffs are just pouring fuel on the inflation fire. We’re gonna keep fighting to make life more affordable. ... See MoreSee Less
Tariffs starting to show up at the store? New report shows inflation rise
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June inflation rose 2.7%, up from May and a possible sign of tariff impacts.Coming to a front porch near you. ... See MoreSee Less
Coming to a front porch near you.
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In the wealthiest country in the world, no one should have to go hungry. Thousands of Michiganders, including kids, families & veterans, will lose food assistance benefits under the Trump Republican budget cuts. It's almost as if cruelty is their goal... ... See MoreSee Less
Under Trump cuts, thousands of Michigan families could lose SNAP food benefits
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It's estimated President Donald Trump's spending bill will cut federal food assistance by $186 billion over the next decade – the largest cut in the program's 86-year history.Trump and Republicans are gutting funding for Medicaid, attacking our freedom to vote and making it harder for Michiganders to thrive. Check out the events being held across the state and let your voice be heard because good trouble lives on. ... See MoreSee Less
What to know about the ‘Good Trouble Lives On’ protests against Trump in Michigan
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As a followup to No Kings Day, another nationwide day of protest against President Donald Trump is planned. Here's what's happening in Michigan.Michiganders deserve legislators who are here to work for them. Matt Hall isn't just holding up the budget process; he's holding up the entire legislature from doing the work needed to ensure Michiganders can thrive. House Dems will continue to show up to serve people over politics. ... See MoreSee Less
Access to affordable health care shouldn't depend on your zip code. Hospitals across Michigan, especially those in rural communities, depend on federal funding that Trump and Republicans cut to keep their doors open and communities healthy. ... See MoreSee Less
3 Michigan hospitals ‘at risk’ of closing due to Trump Medicaid cuts
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UNC researchers identified three Michigan hospitals among 300+ nationwide that may not survive Medicaid cuts recently signed by President Donald Trump.