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Trump’s Voter Suppression Order Unwelcome in Michigan

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Trump’s Voter Suppression Order Unwelcome in Michigan

Common Cause Michigan is encouraging state lawmakers to reassert their right to control Michigan elections in response to President Donald Trump’s executive order overriding Michigan voting laws.

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Quentin Turner

Executive Director, Michigan
qturner@commoncause.org
313-909-6092

Kenny Colston

Regional Communications Strategist, Midwest
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Michigan Legislature Must ‘Prioritize Transparency’ In Passing Financial Disclosure Laws

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Michigan Legislature Must ‘Prioritize Transparency’ In Passing Financial Disclosure Laws

LANSING, MI — Following the Michigan Legislature’s introduction of HB 5248 - 5258 and SB 613 - 616 — two separate bill packages seeking to define which state officials and their immediate family should disclose their financials to the public and how — Common Cause Michigan is calling on the Legislature to pass legislation implementing comprehensive disclosure requirements.

50 State Report: Michigan Earns Above Average Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

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50 State Report: Michigan Earns Above Average Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

LANSING, MI — Today, Common Cause, the leading anti-gerrymandering group, published a report grading the redistricting process in all 50 states from the view of the community. The comprehensive report evaluates public access, outreach, and education in each state based on an analysis of more than 120 detailed surveys and more than 60 interviews. 

New Lawsuit Attacks Voter-Approved Election Reforms

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New Lawsuit Attacks Voter-Approved Election Reforms

LANSING, Mich. — Last night, 11 Michigan GOP lawmakers filed a lawsuit in federal court requesting a declaratory judgment that (1) any ballot initiatives dealing with the “times, places, and manners” of elections violated the Elections Clause of the U.S. Constitution and (2) to invalidate two citizen-passed constitutional amendments regarding elections. Among the amendments is 2022’s Proposal 2, a voting reform ballot measure.

Michigan Must ‘Finish the Job’ on Protecting Democracy

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Michigan Must ‘Finish the Job’ on Protecting Democracy

LANSING, MI — This morning, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer gave her “What’s Next” address to the public and legislature. Among several issues, Gov. Whitmer highlighted the importance of protecting the “health of democracy” heading into the upcoming fall legislative session. Of note, the governor called on the legislature to shore up election laws targeting voter safety.

Michiganders Secure A “Huge Victory for Democracy” After State Board of Canvassers Certify Election Results

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Michiganders Secure A “Huge Victory for Democracy” After State Board of Canvassers Certify Election Results

LANSING, Mich. — This afternoon, the Michigan State Board of Canvassers voted unanimously to certify the results of the 2022 election. The vote is the first certification of a general election since Big Lie proponents publicly pressured GOP members not to certify the 2020 results.

2022 Midterm Election is TOMORROW

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2022 Midterm Election is TOMORROW

LANSING, MI — Michigan voters have until Tuesday, Nov. 8 to make their voices heard in the 2022 midterm election. Voters can cast a ballot in-person or by drop box.

Michiganders Can Call 866-OUR-VOTE Hotline for Any Issues Exercising the Right to Vote

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Michiganders Can Call 866-OUR-VOTE Hotline for Any Issues Exercising the Right to Vote

LANSING, MI — Common Cause Michigan reminds Michiganders to use the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline, 866-OUR-VOTE, if they have any questions or encounter any challenges with casting a ballot on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8. Voters can call or text the hotline to connect with volunteers standing by to help.

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