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Aghogho Edevbie

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Michigan Deputy Secretary of State. Tweets are my own views. Likes & Retweets ≠ endorsements. aghogho.com

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · Jan 27

I’m Aghogho Edevbie and I'm running for Sec of State here in MI. Voting is our collective duty, and when it comes to defending our Democracy – it’s time to get to work. Join our team ➡️ aghogho.com #MIGOV #MIPOL

It's Go Time!

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 22h

During his first term, Trump’s DOJ and his own special counsel investigated James Comey and found they had no case. Now MAGA prosecutors are taking another swing. What changed? Nothing. Except now they’ve stopped even pretending to care about democracy.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · 1d

Breaking News: James Comey, the former FBI director reviled by President Trump and targeted as part of his retribution campaign, pleaded not guilty at his arraignment. A trial is set for January 5.

Live Updates: James Comey, Longtime Trump Target, Pleads Not Guilty in Arraignment

The former F.B.I. director is appearing in federal court in Virginia. He requested a jury trial, which was set for Jan. 5.

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 1d

Honored to be endorsed by Teamsters Local 406 💪

Teamsters Local 406 represents over 7000 Union workers in 63 Counties in the State of Michigan, and those crafts and industries range from package delivery to workers in the cannabis industry.

#TeamstersVsEverybody

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 2d

I asked my Gen Z staff to put together a t-shirt design for the campaign. This is what they came up with 🤷🏿‍♂️

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 3d

Last year, the Michigan Voting Rights Act fell one vote short of passing. Guess who didn't show up for work that day?

Detroit Democratic lawmaker attends just 23% of session days in Lansing

State Rep. Karen Whitsett, D-Detroit, cited $36-a-day daycare for her dog as one reason she has frequently not showed up to vote in Lansing.

www.detroitnews.com

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 4d

Had an absolute blast at the Progressives in the Park event in beautiful Grand Rapids, MI! Can't wait for next year! 🎉

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 7d

Loved visiting Livingston County Dems🫏🔵

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 9d

GhoFundMe.com

My campaign is not funded by corporate PAC money or utility funds. MI needs an SOS who answers to the people, not corporate interests. I'm relying on support from everyday folks to make this happen. If you believe in what we're trying to achieve, I’d appreciate your backing.

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 9d

1️⃣3️⃣ My home congressional district 1️⃣3️⃣

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks for having us @BerrienDems 🔵

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 12d

📍Clinton County

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 12d

Thank you for having me @kentdems!

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 14d

Pure Michigan Pit Stop 🏖️

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 14d

Democracy is no spectator sport; it's a bold fight for our future. We stand at a pivotal crossroads, and settling for anything less than victory is not an option. I'm fully committed and ready to stand guard, defending and protecting our democracy from anyone who tries to undermine it.

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 16d

Michiganders deserve a Secretary of State who can illuminate the influence of money in politics, not someone who is beholden to it.

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 16d

81% of Michigan voters support banning political donations from regulated monopolies, such as DTE and Consumers Energy.

I stand with the majority! I have taken the Michigan League of Conservation Voters' "No Utility Money Challenge."

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 16d

Wishing a happy Shana Tova to everyone celebrating #RoshHashanah!

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 17d

Loved spending time with the Livonia Dems💙

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 18d

We can't rely solely on the federal government to safeguard our voting rights—we need a Michigan Voting Rights Act, and we need it NOW! As the only candidate for Michigan Secretary of State who has actively fought for this Act, I will continue my fight until it’s passed.

The GOP Is Attacking the VRA From All Angles — and Could Soon Make it All But Useless

Democracy Docket's News & Insights series covers the fight for democracy and voting rights from the perspectives of activists, elected officials, legal experts, data analysts and others.

www.democracydocket.com

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 18d

The Federal Voting Rights Act is facing serious threats! Conservative states like Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and North Dakota are pushing the U.S. Supreme Court to weaken this vital legislation, particularly targeting Section 2, which protects against racially discriminatory voting laws.

The GOP Is Attacking the VRA From All Angles — and Could Soon Make it All But Useless

Democracy Docket's News & Insights series covers the fight for democracy and voting rights from the perspectives of activists, elected officials, legal experts, data analysts and others.

www.democracydocket.com

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 19d

🚨Endorsement Alert🚨
Honored to have the support of Oakland County Commissioner Brendan Johnson

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 20d

Protecting our democracy 🤝 voting for your first Aghogho

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 21d

To stamp out dark money in Michigan politics, we must elect a Secretary of State whose campaign is not beholden to corporate interests. I proudly refuse to accept a single dollar in corporate PAC contributions during my campaign.

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 22d

Always a pleasure to spend time with the @PlymouthDemocraticClub

Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 22d

⚠️Content Warning: The Michigan House Republican Budget⚠️
The Republican budget would:

1. Close 12 Secretary of State branches across Michigan
2. Lay off over 400 Secretary of State employees

This would result in worse customer service and force Michiganders to spend more time at the SOS

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Aghogho Edevbie @aghoghoedevbie.bsky.social · 23d

mi.gov/vote