Michigan lawmakers block ballot by pre emptive action
Citizens groups pushed two ballot drives to raise the minimum wage to twelve dollars by 2022 and require paid sick leave. In September the Michigan Legislature passed laws on both issues, removing them from November ballots and opening the door to potential post election changes through a lame duck session. The move spurred anger and concerns over labor rights and teacher morale in the state.
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Michigan
Arlan Meekhof
West Olive
Detroit Free Press
Community column urges compact democracy and ballot reform
A Michigan columnist criticizes lawmakers for sidelining voters on issues including Supreme Court nominations and redistricting. The piece endorses Proposal 2 to create an independent 13 member maps commission to end partisan gerrymandering, contrasts public service with donor influence, and closes with contact from Barbara Mezeske of Park Township.
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Michigan
Washington
Brett Kavanaugh
Supreme Court
Bush White House
Merrick Garland
Citizen Commission
Bob Dylan
Reject marijuana ballot proposal to keep our communities safe
Jim Lilly Daniela Garcia and Roger Victory urge Michigan voters to vote no on Proposal 1 citing high possession limits, enforcement challenges, increased driving risk, and potential costs outweighing gains in revenue. They warn of impacts on safety, health, and local business viability.
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Marjuana
Ottawa
Michigan
Colorado
Rocky Mountain High
Jim Lilly
Daniela Garcia
Roger Victory
House
Great Lakes defense boost urged in letters to editor
Confederation of Michigan readers urge swift action to protect the Great Lakes from Asian carp with broad support across states. They praise Rep Bill Huizenga for advocating Army Corps of Engineers protections and oppose Medicare for all while urging votes for Huizenga on November 6.
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Great Lakes Basin
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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Bill Huizenga
Brandon Road
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Army Corps of Engineers
Huizenga
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George Mason University
Charles Blahous
Wall Street Journal
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