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January 2, 2024??

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*Gov. Whitmer Presents Tribute to the University of Michigan Football Team Following Rose Bowl Victory, CFB Championship Berth*?

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*LANSING, Mich.?*--?Following a 27-20 victory in the 110th Rose Bowl,?Governor Gretchen Whitmer presented a tribute to the University of Michigan football team. Yesterday's?semifinal win cemented a spot for the Wolverines in the College Football Playoff National Championship game for the first time in school history.?

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"After a thrilling Rose Bowl win, the Wolverines are on their way to the national championship,? said*?Governor Whitmer*. "As the mother of two Wolverines and governor, I am proud to present this incredible team a tribute on behalf of the entire state of Michigan. They have been undefeated all season long, becoming the only college football program in history to earn 1,000 wins. On Monday, I am confident they will get one more. Go Blue!"??

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"As a proud graduate of the greatest university in the world, I am so excited about the Wolverines? dominant Rose Bowl victory," said?*Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II.?*"I know Coach Harbaugh and all the Leaders and Best will keep making Michiganders proud by winning this year?s College Football Championship Game. Go Blue and beat Washington!"??

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On January 8, the University of Michigan Wolverines will take on the University of Washington Huskies in the College Football National Championship game in Houston, Texas. The state of Michigan wishes the Wolverines the best of luck in the final game.?

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Governor Whitmer is the proud mother of two students at the University of Michigan.??

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To view the full proclamation, click the link below:???


* UM Rose Bowl Tribute.pdf [ [link removed] ]

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