Email from Citizens for Traditional Values Will you forward this to others? View in Browser   Dear friends: I love how my husband values older cars. He respects the engineering and ingenuity involved in their creation. Too often I am ready to give up on a vehicle and he says, "No! I think I can fix it ..." and he does. As he works on yet another car, I am reminded of that grit and optimism when it comes to our Republic. Doing “politics” - being involved in your communities, and standing up for what you believe is challenging, but rewarding. Thank you for staying engaged! A Positive Voice for Your Values, Eileen McNeil, President Donate to CTV You Should Know ... Majority Matters. In our current State Senate those who DON’T share your values have a majority with vastly different priorities, such as: Democrat Senators just introduced a resolution to make June 2025 "A resolution to recognize June 2025 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride Month." The House Bill banning boys from girls sports and locker rooms/bathrooms is stalled in the Senate Government Ops Committee with no action. Senate Bills 285, 286, & 287 passed that will amend Michigan's existing marriage laws to expand the list of individuals who are authorized officially perform marriages. This is not an innocuous bill package. These Senate bills criminalize and fine clergy who officiate marriage ceremonies for couples seeking a spiritual union without a government permission slip. The bill package also contains many other dangerous elements that put women and the vulnerable at increased risk of coercion and exploitation. Our friends at Salt & Light Global did a great explanation/testimony on this important legislation: Marriage Officiants and the First Amendment - SLG Witness We need you to CONTACT your State Representatives and State Senators on these bills. They need to be amended to protect our 1st Amendment religious conscience rights and against any potential abuse. Opportunities for You Woody Allen said, “90% of success in life is just showing up.” Thank you for continuing to SHOW UP – whether that’s at your child’s school board meeting, a township or county commission meeting or your State Capitol. It does make a difference. We want to EQUIP and EMPOWER you to have an impact. Join us! GO LOCAL TRAINING FOR LEADERS, DELEGATES & CITIZENS: Southwest Michigan (Kalamazoo): Join us NEXT Saturday June 21, for a training with conservatives. Save your spot! Southeast Michigan (Wayne): We will be in Wayne County on Saturday, June 19 for more training. All areas are welcomed! Simple things - Big impact Does your church have this information? We have this "Do's and Don'ts" for Church download on our Resource page. Would you print this off and share it with your church family? Too often Churches don't know what is allowed. Start attending local township and city council meetings? We have growing concern of what is percolating on the local level of our state government. Too many destructive ideas are allowed to advance in school boards and village meetings - because enough people don't pay attention. Jackson Township without Clerk for 4th time in 2 years Bay City is wondering if prayer belongs in City Hall. Livonia City Council has just approved a major millage for your August ballot. Unionville, Michigan dealing with major leadership vacuum. Your community needs you. Please let us know how we can help!   Do you appreciate the work we are doing to keep you informed? Your one time or monthly donation helps us immensely. Please support us as we stand for traditional family values!   Donate to CTV   Learn more about CTV   Citizens for Traditional Values | PO Box 80295 | Lansing, MI 48908 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice