Friends -

Happy Labor Day!

Please take a moment on Monday to remember the battle that our brothers and sisters in labor continue to be a part of everyday. As the Michigan Democratic Party we will continue to join them in this fight and support their efforts to ensure that American workers are treated fairly and equally. They are the backbone of our country and their work is what keeps this country moving forward. We are very proud that our coordinated campaign organizers, the folks on the ground talking to voters everyday, are now members of IBEW Local 1106. We practice what we preach and are deeply invested in the labor movement.

This Labor Day also means we are just 65 days away from the election, and only 26 days away from the start of early voting In Michigan. When I say this election is right around the corner, it truly is right around the corner. I cannot overstate the importance of this election and the role you can play in ensuring we elect Democrats across the state. Check out volunteer opportunities in your area, engage, and talk to your friends and family. Don’t let this opportunity for your voice to be heard pass you by. Check out how to get engaged by visiting our mobilize site here.

Earlier this week, the State Board of Canvassers voted along party lines to prevent the Promote the Vote and Reproductive Freedom for All measures from appearing on the November ballot. This abuse of power by the Republican members inserting their partisan policy preferences to nullify the wishes of the hundreds of thousands of Michiganders that signed these petitions is a stark reminder of the importance of the Michigan Supreme Court, who will have the final say on these matters. We must tell our neighbors, friends, everyone we can connect with between now and election day - vote your entire ballot, flip it over and make sure you cast a vote for Richard Bernstein and Kyra Bolden for the Supreme Court. Who sits on that court literally decides the fate of our lives and the lives of our children and grandchildren.

The Republicans are up to their same old dirty antics, but it is becoming increasingly obvious that we are smarter, better organized, and working much harder to elect Democrats that will fight for us in Lansing and in Washington DC every single day on every issue that impacts our lives. We cannot afford to sit this election out. Join us today in the fight for our lives.

Please take care of yourself and families, we can do this Democrats.

In Solidarity,

Lavora Barnes

FINDING YOUR DEMOCRATIC BALLOT

Here is an opportunity for you to learn more about the Democrats on your ballot. From the top of the ticket all through the non-partisan section, including our State Supreme Court candidates can be found using a new tool on our website called BallotReady.

More information will continue to be added to this tool as we move through the next 65 days.Expect to see your local candidates on the site by September 6.

In the meantime make a plan to vote and take the time to learn more about our statewide candidates. Check it all out on the MDP Vote site.

WE NEED YOU TO HELP PROTECT THE VOTE!

At a time when voting rights are threatened by Republican attacks and misinformation, we need to ensure that our voters are able to cast a ballot and that every vote is counted in the 2022 midterm elections.

Volunteer with our Voter Protection Team to help protect voting rights in Michigan.

Getting involved is easy and Zoom training is provided for all roles.

Our statewide opportunities include:

Pre-Election Day “Early Vote” Challengers - Needed to perform weekly check-ins at clerks' offices from September 29 through November 7 to ensure absentee ballots are issued upon request, clerks' staff are complying with current election law, and that there are no impediments to in-person absentee voting. This is an in-person role that cannot be done remotely but hours are flexible.
Election Day Poll Challengers - Serve as our team’s eyes and ears on the ground at polling locations on Election Day. They observe the process and intervene with election officials as needed, to make sure that voters are able to cast a ballot that counts. Our Poll Challengers do NOT challenge voters but are there to advocate for voters. Poll Challengers must be registered to vote in Michigan and they receive credentials from the MDP.

Counting Board Challengers - Volunteers will be assigned to a counting room to observe the process on Election Day, intervene with election officials as needed, and report any issues to the Voter Protection Team. Counting Board Challengers must be registered to vote in Michigan and they receive credentials from the MDP.

Interested? Go to MichiganDems.com/VoProVol and sign up for a training in the section for the volunteer role you’re interested in, or fill out the Volunteer Interest Form and one of our associates will get back to you.

Take a look at the full list of Voter Protection volunteer opportunities at www.MichiganDems.com/VoProVol. From helping with our Hotline to helping voters cure problems with their absentee ballots to phone banking to recruit volunteers, there’s a role for everyone!

Have questions? Contact our Deputy for Programs, Jake Halpin at [email protected].

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Do you want to be a part of history? Do you want to be a part of the solution in stopping Republicans from continuing to try and strip us of our rights? Here is your opportunity to join the fight in 2022. Check out volunteer opportunities across the state.

There are phone calls to make, doors to knock, and voters to talk to. We are so thankful for anyone that takes time to join us in spreading the important message about re-electing and electing Democrats in every corner of the state. We understand that you all live busy lives, so any amount of time you can spare to volunteer to help Democrats is appreciated.

If you aren’t finding an opportunity that works best for you, we encourage you to reach out directly to your local county party. You can find their contact information here. Thank you for joining us for these last 65 days of the campaign.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO SHOW THAT YOU ARE ON TEAM MDP

In the past few months, we have been busy refreshing the merchandise in the MDP store. There are new apparel designs that you will absolutely love and be proud to wear. You can dress up your laptop or your lawn!

We launch a new design every Monday. Note: We are right around the corner from long sleeve tees and hoodies as the cooler weather approaches.

Take a look: https://store.michigandems.com/

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