Shiawassee Democrats

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 14, 2009
Contact: Tom Lenard
Phone: 517-373-8421
Prusi: Senate GOP Stopping Action on Foreclosure Relief
After speedy, overwhelming passage by House, Senate fails to act
LANSING, Mi. –– While the House approved foreclosure prevention measures within an hour of the agreement yesterday, Senate Republicans inexplicably failed to act on the legislation today. Senate Democrats have consistently […]

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Thursday, May 21, Genesee County Democratic Progressive Caucus and the Southern Genesee Democratic Club will co - host a Healthcare Forum featuring Olivia Boykins (Congressman John Conyers’ Special Assistant) and Dr. James Mitchiner (Physicians for a National Healthcare Plan).
The forum will begin at 7;00 PM at the Fenton Community Center, Fenton. Questions may […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 27, 2009
Contact: Mark Brewer
517-371-5410
MIKE COX’S FORECLOSURE FORUMS: HYPOCRISY AND POLITICS
Cox Benefits From Home Foreclosures, Forums Are Political Stunts
LANSING – The Michigan Democratic Party (MDP) today pointed out the hypocrisy and political agenda behind Attorney General Mike Cox’s so-called “foreclosure forums” planned for this week.
“Mike Cox’s alleged concern about home foreclosure victims […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 28, 2009
Contact: Phil Volk
734-340-4868
philvolk2004@yahoo.com
Citizens Lobby Against Bullying in Michigan Schools
May 13 Lobby Day in Lansing
A coalition of Michigan organizations is banding together to lobby for the passage of anti-bullying legislation. They plan to hold an All American Lobby Day on May 13 to support Senate Bill 0159.
“It is time to put […]

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Last week, Governor Granholm announced four advanced auto battery manufacturers would locate in Michigan, investing over $1.7 billion in Michigan. As a result of the most aggressive economic strategy of any state in the country, Michigan is poised to become the advanced battery capital o the world. For more, visit www.jennifergranholm.com or facebook.com/jennifergranholm

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 22, 2009
Contact: Mark Brewer
517-371-5410
Nofs Running for Senate Because He Can’t Afford Economic Mess He Helped Create - Admits he is seeking another taxpayer-funded job because his state pension isn’t enough
LANSING – Yesterday, as he announced he would be one of the Republican candidates for the 19th State Senate special election, Lansing insider […]

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EARTH TO BOB YOUNG: WHY DO YOU PROTECT POLLUTERS?
Michigan Environment Suffers From Young’s Decisions
LANSING – As Michigan celebrates Earth Day, the Michigan Democratic Party (MDP) noted Supreme Court Justice Bob Young’s repeated protection of polluters at the expense of the environment.
“Whether it’s denying citizens access to court to protect the environment, refusing to protect natural […]

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The Shiawassee Democrats welcome Governor Granholm!

ABOVE: Shai Agassi showing me the battery in the Better Place vehicle
Shalom from Israel! I write to you from the Middle East where I am on my seventh overseas jobs and investment mission - part of my strategy to go anywhere, do anything to diversify our economy and bring […]

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Shiawassee Dems welcome Lt Gov John Cherry!

(From my remarks today at the Federal Reserve on the economic importance of Great Lakes stewardship)
I come to this discussion today, obviously, as the Lieutenant Governor of THE Great Lakes state and as the immediate past chair of the Great Lakes Commission.
But just as importantly, underlying […]

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