Former Lt. Gov. John Cherry will be the speaker. John is running for the U of M Board of Regents position.

We will spend some time discussing other elections, and we will adjourn so we all can view [...]]]> Shiawassee Dems will be meeting Tuesday, Jan. 24th, at 6:30 PM at Corunna City Hall Meeting Room.

Former Lt. Gov. John Cherry will be the speaker. John is running for the U of M Board of Regents position.

We will spend some time discussing other elections, and we will adjourn so we all can view President Obama’s State of the Union Speech.

Hope to see you there

What reforms could Michigan enact to create high-quality jobs, deliver world-class education, fight corruption, and protect our hard-earned money?

And how do we reach out to our families, friends, and neighbors to engage them in the work of building a better tomorrow?

Join us at the [...]]]> Note: Click here for more details, including google map

What reforms could Michigan enact to create high-quality jobs, deliver world-class education, fight corruption, and protect our hard-earned money?

And how do we reach out to our families, friends, and neighbors to engage them in the work of building a better tomorrow?

Join us at the Lansing Center on November 12, 2011 for a special gathering of current and future Michigan Democratic Party leaders as we chart the future of our great state. Don’t miss this chance to have your say as we discuss everyone’s ideas for forging a stronger, more prosperous future for Michigan.

Engage Michigan: Values, Vision, Victory will be an issues convention in the form of a conversation, accompanied by an online discussion you can join in on or upload ideas for right now.

On November 12th, join Michigan Democrats as we discuss and work collaboratively to adopt solutions that reflect our shared values as Democrats. We will share our fresh ideas for how to address the problems that plague our state and discuss ways we can Engage Michigan in working toward a better future for all of us.

Can’t make it to Lansing? Request a Local Presentation with your District or County Party.

We’re forging a better future for Michigan right now, so join the conversation today!

So I’ve gathered a group of other leaders, current and future, within our party to plan a special gathering in Lansing this November for Democrats around the state to come together and elevate our discussion to the statewide level.”

Read more at the official Engage Michigan website.

We need some assistance manning the booth at the fair. The booth is open 10 am-10 pm Sunday August 7th through Saturday August 13th. If you would like to work our booth please contact Carol Spaniola at cburger7@gmail.com or 989-743-3293.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 2, 2011 Contact: John Tramontana 517-371-5410

Snyder Administration Once Again Violates Campaign Finance Laws MDP Files Complaint After Second Recent Violation

LANSING – The Michigan Democratic Party today filed a complaint with the Department of State against the Rick Snyder administration for violating Michigan’s campaign [...]]]> News from
The Michigan Democratic Party

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 2, 2011
Contact: John Tramontana
517-371-5410

Snyder Administration Once Again Violates Campaign Finance Laws
MDP Files Complaint After Second Recent Violation

LANSING – The Michigan Democratic Party today filed a complaint with the Department of State against the Rick Snyder administration for violating Michigan’s campaign finance laws. It marks the second violation by the administration in the past few weeks.

On July 28, 2011, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development posted on its taxpayer-funded website, a link to the facebook page of “Rick Snyder for Michigan” – the candidate committee of Governor Rick Snyder. A screenshot of the violation is attached. The posting has since been removed. According to the Secretary of State, “Rick Snyder for Michigan” is an active candidate committee.

“Does this administration think it’s above the law?,” Michigan Democratic Party Chair Mark Brewer asked. “First we have Governor’s Snyder’s staffer sending fundraising emails with state resources, and now we have a state department promoting a campaign website. What’s next, opening up a campaign headquarters in the Romney Building?”

“The Department of State needs to take these violations seriously and thoroughly investigate,” added Brewer. “Blatant violations of campaign finance laws will not be tolerated by the people of Michigan. This administration may want to think about a quick refresher course when it comes to Michigan law.”

Last month, Snyder’s office admitted to violating the law by sending out a fundraising email for the Grand Traverse County Republican Party. A spokesperson for Governor Snyder called the violation, “a serious lack of judgment.” A copy of the most recent complaint is attached.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2011 Contact: John Tramontana 517-371-5410

Republican Michigan Supreme Court: More Anti-Victim, Pro-Insurance Company, Pro-Employer Rulings Court Far From Being Fair and Impartial, Voters Deserve Better

LANSING – The Republican-controlled Michigan Supreme Court ended its term last week with more anti-victim, pro-insurance company, pro-employer rulings.

In this weekly address, President Obama discusses the urgency of Democrats and Republicans coming together to take a balanced approach to cutting the deficit to strengthen our economy and secure our future.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2011 Contact: John Tramontana 517-371-5410

Auto Recovery Results in Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs Saved in Michigan, Chrysler Hiring Again

As Government Completes Sale of Chrysler Stake, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Mark Brewer Applauds the Decisive Action Of President Obama to Save Michigan Jobs

For Immediate Release: Contact: Katie Carey Phone: 616-240-3701 Thursday, May 19, 2011

Whitmer: Republicans Choose New York Bond Agencies Over Michigan’s Kids

Lansing – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Gretchen Whitmer (D-East Lansing) gave a scathing response to Republican [...]]]> The following is a press release from the Michigan Senate Dems. Follow them online at www.senatedems.com

For Immediate Release:
Contact: Katie Carey
Phone: 616-240-3701
Thursday, May 19, 2011

Whitmer: Republicans Choose New York Bond Agencies Over Michigan’s Kids

Lansing – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Gretchen Whitmer (D-East Lansing) gave a scathing response to Republican leadership as they have begun to backtrack on a deal that called for additional surplus revenues to be directed to K-12 education. Whitmer challenged Republican Senators to end the political games being played at the expense of Michigan’s school children and send their leadership’s plans back to the drawing board by voting against “immediate effect” when the budget comes back for final adoption.

“Last week I had an understanding with Republican leadership on using some of the Revenue Estimating Conference surplus to mitigate the Governor’s attack on school funding. However, this week everyone seems to have amnesia,” said Whitmer. “It only takes one of the seven Republicans who voted against the K-12 budget to stand up for their school kids, their constituents, and their property owners and stop these cuts from happening.”

Whitmer criticized Governor Snyder’s announcement this morning of a delegation he plans to lead to meet with bond agency executives, saying that the Governor is more interested in currying favor with Wall Street bankers than ensuring Michigan children receive a quality education.

“Perhaps it is fitting that the CEO Governor is more eager to meet with Wall Street executives than the teachers, principals and schools he’s defunding,” added Whitmer. “He’s raiding the education money that the people of Michigan specifically voted to set aside to ensure our schools were funded, all to pay for a $1.8 billion corporate tax break that even he acknowledges might not create a single job.”