by Jane Lindsay | Dec 1, 2025 | Press Release
Early in life, I learned that our presence in moments of injustice is not accidental — it is an invitation to lead. This principle has guided me throughout my journey, from standing up for peers at Michigan State University to advocating for communities across the...
by Jane Lindsay | Dec 1, 2025 | Press Release
The Michigan Legislative Black Caucus (MLBC) proudly announces the appointment of Thomas L. Collins Jr. as its new Executive Director. With over two decades of distinguished public service, legislative expertise and community-driven advocacy, Mr. Collins brings a...
by Mike | Apr 17, 2025 | Press Release
LANSING, Mich., April 16, 2025 — In the Homeland Security and Foreign Influence Oversight Subcommittee today, Republicans defended the actions of the ex-police officer, Derek Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd. “This behavior by the GOP...
by Mike | Apr 1, 2025 | Press Release
LANSING, Mich., April 1, 2025 — The University of Michigan announced abruptly last week that they are closing the doors of their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) offices and ending their strategic DEI plan. This step comes after Trump’s attack on programs across...
by Mike | Mar 10, 2025 | Press Release
LANSING, Mich. March 10, 2025 — House Republicans hastily and irresponsibly passed two appropriations bills last week, House Bill 4161 and 4162. In total, HB 4161 cuts the state budget by almost 92%, gutting investments to a wide range of areas including state police...
by Mike | Jan 30, 2025 | Press Release
LANSING, Mich., Jan. 30, 2025 — This week, the Michigan Legislative Black Caucus (MLBC) elected new leadership. State Rep. Amos O’Neal (D-Saginaw) was named chair of the caucus. The caucus includes members of both the state Senate and the state House of...