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Working to build a more sustainable, equitable & welcoming Michigan.
Republican lawmakers are making life less affordable for people across the country—including here in Michigan.
January 17, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Attention all Michiganders who care about our environment and the Great Lakes: Join Michigan United Action for a webinar at 7 p.m. on Sunday to discuss the threat posed by AI data centers and crypto mining. https://www.mobilize.us/mipeoplecampaign/event/878335/
January 17, 2026 at 5:56 PM
We regret to inform you all that Republican House Speaker Matt Hall is at it again...

Following AG Dana Nessel's official opinion that his actions were unlawful, Hall is now taking his temper tantrum to the courts.
January 16, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Members of Congress engaging in stock trading raises significant ethical questions and erodes public trust in government. Lisa McClain's husband's recent purchase of 100,000 shares in a Musk-owned AI company is extremely concerning, and another reason why we need reform ASAP.
January 15, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Donald Trump came to town yesterday to further push his lies and failed policies and before he spoke he decided to disrespect and spew profanities at one of Michigan’s hard working blue color union workers.
January 14, 2026 at 6:38 PM
ICYMI: Republican House Speaker Matt Hall tried to deny Michiganders hundreds of millions in funding for programs that were already approved, and AG Dana Nessel wasn't having it.
January 12, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Here's to another year of fighting for a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable Michigan!
December 31, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Mike Duggan gets a lot of praise for presiding over Detroit's economic comeback—but that comeback has not benefited all Detroiters equally. While downtown has thrived and wealthy developers have raked in profits, working people are being left behind.
December 24, 2025 at 8:42 PM
The cruel and heartless cuts that House Republicans made this week will jeopardize health care, services for children with cancer, programs for young sexual assault survivors, proven programs for mothers and children, veteran services, and much more.
December 12, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Next year could be a big one for ballot initiatives. Have you signed these petitions yet?
December 10, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Congrats to Reps. Pauline Wendzel and Greg VanWoerken on the engagement! Now, would you care to explain why your party was paid for by a Lansing lobbying firm?
December 7, 2025 at 8:18 PM
The Campbell coal plant was supposed to close months ago. Instead, Trump’s coal order is forcing it to stay open – and we’re paying for it. A report found that it costs $11.6 million every month to keep burning coal, which the utility company tacks onto our bills each month.
December 6, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Michiganders already pay too much for energy—but Trump is fine with making us all pay even more!
December 6, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Matt Hall, Mr. eTHiCs aND TrAnSParEnCy, accepting gifts from a lobbyist? Say it ain't so!
December 5, 2025 at 8:06 PM
There's only one more day to contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to reject the latest proposal to keep fossil fuels running through the heart of the Great Lakes for another century. 

Submit your concerns by going to: 
https://www.line5tunneleis.com/submit-comments-2/
December 4, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Another addition to Mike Duggan's list of red flags: he's been pulling in major donations from the MAGA crowd. https://www.metrotimes.com/news/politics-elections/trump-megadonor-at-center-of-detroit-scandals-hosts-fundraiser-for-duggan/
December 3, 2025 at 3:34 PM
This #GivingTuesday, all we're asking is that you:
1. Make sure you're following Progress Michigan for regular updates on progressive causes in MI.
2. Tell a friend who could also use those updates about us!
December 2, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Betsy DeVos loves funding losers to spread hate and undermine our public schools so she can get richer.
November 24, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Betsy DeVos loves funding losers to spread hate and undermine our public schools so she can get richer.

Most Hated Woman in Michigan Financially Supports Professional Loser Riley Gaines - Progress Michigan
DeVos Foundation associations reaffirm that anti-trans fearmongering is a calculated, hateful attempt to undermine public education so the wealthy can profit.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Whether you live in a city or a rural community, we all deserve clean air and water and a fair shot at success. The 2025 Rural Policy Action Report shows how we can chart a better path forward. michiganadvance.com/2025/10/31/w...
Washington is in a gridlock. But a new policy report tells us how we can get out of this mess.  • Michigan Advance
When I first joined Progress Michigan, I was excited to become the organization’s first rural communications coordinator. Having organized in very conservative small towns in Michigan, I knew there wa...
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November 20, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Duggan's legacy in Detroit:
-51% child poverty rate
-34.5% overall poverty rate
-65,000 residents living in poverty
-highest poverty rate of any major Midwestern city
-economic growth that benefits wealthy developers, while everyday Detroiters are left behind
November 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
“It’s a shame, but not a surprise, that Nesbitt is making up bogus claims about the 2026 election before it has even started."

Our full statement on MI Republicans' efforts to get the Trump administration to interfere in our elections: progressmichigan.org/2025/11/nesb...
Nesbitt, GOP Beg Trump Administration to Help Rig 2026 Election
It’s a shame, but not a surprise, that Nesbitt is making up bogus claims about the 2026 election before it has even started. Republicans continue to try to rig our elections instead pushing policies t...
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November 14, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Many Americans are struggling to get the healthcare they need—and apparently, MAGA Republicans think they're not struggling enough, as their political antics are driving costs even higher.
November 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Mike Duggan: “These Medicaid cuts are not as bad as they look.”

Shocker, the man taking in a lot of MAGA money is defending MAGA medicaid cuts. 

Duggan defends Trump’s Medicaid work rules as critics warn cuts will strip coverage from hundreds of thousands - Detroit Metro Times
Health care leaders and Democrats say Mike Duggan is ignoring the reality of Trump’s legislation, which slashes $840 billion from Medicaid over the next decade. Duggan is running for governor.
www.metrotimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 7:08 PM