Monthly Archives: June 2014

Republican Mailing Uses Fake Michigan Family to Claim They Support Education

Posted on June 29, 2014 by chadphillips

ShareState Representative Phil Potvin’s mailer arrived in my mailbox today.  Potvin’s letter touts the Republicans’ commitment to education.  It was a bit like getting a mailer from PETA saying they support the meat packing industry!  I’ve seen firsthand the Republicans’ commitment to education when I saw … Continue reading →

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Looking out for #1. Legislators Spending an Additional 4.7 Million at the Capitol in 2014

Posted on June 29, 2014 by chadphillips

ShareMichigan Republicans are once again taking care of #1.  In March they increased spending on Capitol Police by 1.7 million dollars despite the fact that the Capitol Building is one of the safest places in the state.  This month they passed a … Continue reading →

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Part-time Legislature Ballot Initiative is Dead

Posted on June 9, 2014 by chadphillips

ShareThe part-time legislature ballot initiative is dead.  The following message is now posted on the committee’s website: The Committee to Restore Michigan’s Part-time Legislature regrets to announce the suspension of its campaign to restore Michigan’s citizen-driven, part-time legislature.  It is now apparent … Continue reading →

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