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John,
Last week we saw, again, terrifying threats of violence towards the U. S. Capitol resulting in its closure and Congress cancelling its scheduled session. These threats are not contained to the federal level. In the past few months, here in Michigan we have seen a string of unbelievable, horrific events including an attempted kidnapping of our Governor and a credible bomb threat at the State Capitol in Lansing.
In response to these atrocities one of my Democratic colleagues, Representative Kevin Hertel, requested that the Bureau of Elections allow the use of campaign funds for purchase ofhttp:// [link removed] vests, personal protective equipment, and home security systems. (http:// [link removed])
Michigan campaign finance law allows campaign funds to be used for anything “necessary and ordinary” to fulfill the duties and responsibilities as a member of the Michigan Legislature. Personal protective equipment, like bullet proof vests, should not be necessary or ordinary in order for elected officials to do their jobs.
Increasing distrust in democracy, fueled by irresponsible Republican leadership, has made conditions of violence, intimidation, and vitriol the standard on the grounds of Michigan’s State Capitol. This new norm reduces acts of fear and intimidation to “ordinary” aspects of working life for legislators, their staff and their families. This is unacceptable.
As Democratic Leader, I’m working hard every day to protect each and every Michigander and to recruit and support candidates who will do the same.
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Sincerely,
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Donna
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