State Leaders
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Two people who worked for former Michigan House leader are charged with financial crimes
Two people who had close ties to a former Republican lawmaker were charged this week with a raft of financial crimes—including embezzlement.
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Michigan awards grants to tackle ‘root causes’ of violence
Several community groups dedicated to curbing violence across Michigan are set to expand their prevention efforts next year after getting help from the state.
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9 ways Michigan invested in public schools in 2023
What happens when voters elect former teachers to take charge of state government? Record-breaking investments in students and public schools.
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8 ways Michigan Democrats protected abortion rights in 2023
Followig the overturn of Roe v. Wade, Michigan has emerged as a nationwide beacon for protecting reproductive rights and expanding access to abortion care.
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One year later: What happens when voters put Democrats in charge of a state government?
Democratic lawmakers have been keeping busy since Michigan voters elected them to take charge of the state government for the first time in decades.
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Whitmer signs law to keep Michigan kids focused on class—not toothaches
A new state law will help ensure thousands of Michigan children have access to dental care before they go to kindergarten.
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State grants to make country living even more affordable in Michigan
Millions of dollars in state funds are helping Michigan towns build more affordable housing—and the investments could help rural communities more than most.
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12 Michigan Republicans who rejected their own districts’ views on abortion
Millions of Michiganders voted last year to cement reproductive rights into the state Constitution. But that hasn’t stopped Republican opposition.
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How Whitmer’s fight for abortion rights helped turn Michigan blue
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said that Democrats have won in Michigan, in part, because of their unapologetic support for reproductive rights.
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New laws to reform Michigan juvenile justice system
Bipartisan legislation is set to reform Michigan’s juvenile justice system and better position Michigan youth for success.
