CTV Memo August 16, 2019 City of Ann Arbor Sued Over Ordinance Requiring Political Diversity On Monday July 29th, a lawsuit was filed challenging the legality of an Ann Arbor law that prohibits political discrimination. Filed by a political consulting firm, ThinkRight Strategies say that the law requires them to create material that supports political views that do not align with their own. If found in violation of the law, the plaintiffs could be fined $500 per day until they comply. Alliance Defending Freedom notes that “The law even requires the firm to seek work promoting progressive political positions if the firm takes certain steps to contact groups and individuals promoting conservative causes.” The lawsuit filed is challenging whether the government has the ability to require citizens to advocate for something they do not agree with. By requiring businesses and entities in Ann Arbor to promote every side of an issue, the City has created an environment where speech is compulsory and choice is non existent. You can read more about the case here and here. You can read the Ann Arbor ordinance here. CTV's Newest Chapter: CTV-Kalamazoo On August 6th, Citizens for Traditional Values president James Muffett spoke at an informational meeting intended to jump start the newest chapter in our history. CTV Kalamazoo will kick off officially towards the end of this year, with plans to impact the surrounding communities. Local chapters serve an important purpose for CTV, and allow members across the state to work together in their areas of influence to "preserve, protect, and promote Judeo Christian values" in Michigan.  With chapters around the state, we are excited to add Western Michigan to our ranks. If you are interested in working with us, or would like to learn more about CTV chapters near you, send us an email at [email protected] or call our office at 517-321-13900 Candidate and Grassroots Training: Political Leadership Academy 2019 Are you considering running for an elected office? CTV offers a two day program that will give you a crash course on everything from issues voters care about to campaign management. You can expect to hear about topics such as: the Constitution, the pro-life debate, and much more. Sessions will also be provided that will show you how to start a successful campaign, and get your message to voters. CTV's Political Leadership Academy candidate training school has had many notable alumni, including Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield and former Lt. Governor Brian Calley. Political Leadership Academy will be held October 25-26, 2019 in Lansing, MI. Stay tuned to CTV for more updates. Planned Parenthood Considers Ballot Initiative in Michigan In June, Planned Parenthood formed a committee for the purpose of creating a ballot initiative, and are considering their options after the visit of leaders from the organization late last month. According to the executive director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, as cited by the Detroit News, ““We’re trying to figure out what really is the appetite in the state of Michigan to protect women and to protect women’s ability to make this choice in the way that they choose to do it…”” This news comes in the wake abortion advocates moving away from abortion as healthcare to abortion as a political movement. CTV reported that earlier this summer, the previous Planned Parenthood president was ousted over “philosophical differences”. We stated that “As more states pass laws that place regulations on abortion, the leadership of Planned Parenthood has made themselves clear: they exist to provide abortions, not broad healthcare services…”. If you would like to learn more about why Planned Parenthood is worried about the petition gathering that is happening in Michigan, please read the article here to learn more about the strong laws protecting the lives of the unborn in our state. DONATE TO CTV Citizens for Traditional Values relies on the support of grassroots activists and concerned citizens who care about preserving, protecting, and promoting traditional values in Lansing and our local communities. Click here to donate now. Citizens for Traditional Values | PO Box 80295, Lansing, MI 48908 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | About Constant Contact Sent by [email protected] in collaboration with Try email marketing for free today!