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MMOP Campaign Turns In More Than 562,000 Signatures for Michigan Ballot Proposal
The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics (MMOP) campaign announced this week that organizers submitted more than 562,000 petition signatures in support of a proposed Michigan ballot initiative focused on campaign finance restrictions. Organizers turned in the petitions during the Board of State Canvassers meeting in Lansing on Wednesday, May 27. The campaign, spearheaded by…
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Ingham County Passes Resolution Opposing SAVE Act and Documentary Proof of Citizenship Proposal
Local governments across Michigan continue taking action in opposition to documentary proof of citizenship requirements and in support of Michigan’s current election system. On Tuesday evening, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners overwhelmingly passed a resolution opposing the federal SAVE Act and the proposed Michigan ballot initiative that would require documentary proof of citizenship to…
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Upcoming Expungement Clinics, Warrant Clinics, and Road to Restoration Events in Michigan
Several expungement clinics, warrant clinics, housing resource fairs, and Road to Restoration events are taking place across Michigan in the coming months. These events can help people address barriers connected to criminal records, suspended driver’s licenses, outstanding warrants, housing access, and other challenges that often impact employment, mobility, and long-term stability. Pontiac Expungement Fair |…
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Protect Voting Access: Sign the #HandsOffMIVote Open Letter to Protect Voting Rights
Proposals requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote continue to advance at both the state and federal level. These policies are being framed as election security measures, despite repeated findings that noncitizen voting is extremely rare. In practice, these proposals could create additional barriers for eligible voters who may not have immediate access…
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Juneteenth Events in Metro Detroit and Online
Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, Black history, community leadership, and the ongoing work of liberation. Several Juneteenth events are coming up across Metro Detroit in June, including community gatherings, cultural celebrations, organizing spaces, film screenings, and opportunities to connect with others. For those unable to attend events in person, virtual programming is also…
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Today’s VAAC Friday Community Meeting: Mental Health Awareness Month Conversation on Solitary Confinement
VAAC Friday Community Meetings are a weekly space for connection, updates, and shared learning. May 22 | Mental Health Awareness Month Conversation Join VAAC on May 22 at 12:30 PM for our Friday Community meeting, featuring special guest Hakim Crampton. Hakim Crampton is a Lyrical Educator, Hip Hopologist, Justice Advocate, Author, Consultant, Healing Centered Practitioner,…
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Protect Voting Access: Sign the #HandsOffMIVote Open Letter
Proposals requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote continue to advance at both the state and federal level. These policies are being framed as election security measures, despite repeated findings that noncitizen voting is extremely rare. In practice, these proposals could create additional barriers for eligible voters who may not have immediate access…
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Voting Rights Art Pop-Ups Continue In Ferndale
Community members will have more opportunities to contribute pieces to a growing Voting Rights Art Installation exploring voting, democracy, barriers, and civic participation in Ferndale next week. Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), in partnership with Indivisible Metro Detroit, are hosting additional community pop-ups where participants can create personal art pieces connected to their experiences,…
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Michigan Lawmakers Reintroduce Michigan Voting Rights Act Amid Ongoing Voting Access Debates
Michigan lawmakers have reintroduced the Michigan Voting Rights Act in both the Michigan Senate and Michigan House as statewide and national debates around voting access, election administration, and voter eligibility requirements continue. Supporters are advancing the package amid growing legal and political challenges to federal voting rights protections, including the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision…
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Local DPOC Resolutions Continue Advancing as Michigan Voting Rights Act Is Reintroduced
Local governments across Michigan continue advancing resolutions opposing documentary proof of citizenship requirements as organizing efforts expand into additional communities statewide. This week, the Inkster City Council, Delta Township Board, and Canton Township Board unanimously passed resolutions opposing the SAVE Act and proposed Michigan ballot initiative efforts that would create additional documentation requirements for voters.…