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Hello Michigan Democrats!
Today, we celebrate a milestone that has been instrumental in shaping our democracy - the 58th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. This landmark legislation, signed into law on August 6, 1965, ensured that every American, regardless of their race or background, has an equal right to participate in our nation's electoral process.
This Tuesday is election day, [[link removed]] and voters in select communities will make their voices heard at the polls. As Democrats, we recognize the importance of preserving and expanding voting rights and remain committed to protecting that sacred right. However, across the country, MAGA Republican lawmakers and extremists have abandoned protecting the right to vote and instead are casting doubt on our elections. As you may have read, the Michigan Board of State Canvassers stopped seven recall petitions targeting a group of mostly Democratic House lawmakers [[link removed]] from moving forward, a necessary step in protecting the voices of thousands of Michigan voters.
Our party is fighting to ensure that all eligible voters have equal access to the ballot box. In Michigan, Governor Whitmer and Michigan Democrats in the state legislature have advanced legislation protecting voting rights so every eligible voter can cast a ballot that counts. And nationally, Democrats, with President Biden and Vice President Harris at the helm remain fiercely dedicated to advancing voting rights through federal legislation such as the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
We are the driving force in our communities: encouraging friends, family, and neighbors to register and cast their ballots. Thanks for all your work leading up to election day - we appreciate every volunteer who takes the time to talk to voters, vote, donate, and work with local parties and candidates. By engaging in constructive conversations and empowering others to vote, we ensure that the principles of the Voting Rights Act endure for generations to come.
Thank you,
Lavora
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Don't forget to vote in this Tuesday's August 8th Primary!
If you have your absent voter ballot ready to go - do not mail it - rather please return it to your city or township clerk’s office or dropbox. Or go ahead and vote in person - get it done now!
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Tap to call: 1-833-MI-VOTES (1-833-648-6837) [tel:18336486837]
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It's back to school season and the MDP store is also celebrating the kids coming back to Michigan campuses.
Want to show your college and your MIDEMS allegiance, check out these mashup tees ready for purchase :
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Are you listening? Are you subscribed [[link removed]] to the Party on the Peninsulas Podcast yet? Do it now so you don't miss a thing!
Each week, you can listen to Lavora Barnes and her guests on topics that all Michiganders should know and care about. It's sometimes funny but always informative and downright a great listen.
You'll be able to do such on eight different platforms (or get the episodes by email or even old school RSS).
This week the Chair chats with Representative Rachel Hood (D-Grand Rapids), chair of the Appropriations Environment, Great Lakes and Energy Subcommittee about "Cleanup." And you can always go back to the episodes you missed.
TIP: It's a treat for your ears during long car rides to the beach, to canvassing destinations, or to events all over the state.
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