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Politics · United StatesUAW seeks to regain political sway in Michigan amid internal divisions
The United Auto Workers union is working to reassert its political influence in Michigan. While the UAW generally supports Democrats, its membership is divided on which party best represents working-class interests, facing challenges from internal divisions, past corruption, and declining membership.
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Politics · United StatesLiz Peek urges Michigan voters to reject El-Sayed and Democrats
Opinion contributor Liz Peek urged Michigan voters to reject Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and the party broadly. She cited economic data and foreign policy actions in her column, arguing against candidates she described as anti-U.S. and anti-Israel.
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Politics · United StatesAbdul El‑Sayed says “Muslims definitely hate you” at 2018 Michigan forum
During a 2018 Michigan gubernatorial forum, Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El‑Sayed replied to Republican Patrick Colbeck’s claims of Brotherhood links by stating Muslims definitely hate him. The exchange was recorded, and the 2020 census later reported that roughly 54.5% of Dearborn residents identify as Middle Eastern or North African.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan Senate Candidates Call for Gas Tax Suspension Amid High Prices
Republican US Senate candidate Mike Rogers has called for suspending state and federal gas taxes as prices in Michigan average $4.75 per gallon. Democratic rival Abdul El-Sayed also supports a pause, though he attributes price spikes to conflict, not taxes.
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Politics · United StatesAbdul El-Sayed led protest against speakers described as 'ex-terrorists'
Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, led a protest in 2007 against speakers who identified as former terrorists. The event and El-Sayed's role in the Muslim Students Association have drawn renewed attention.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan Democrat William Lawrence deleted old social media posts
William Lawrence, the Democratic nominee for Michigan's 7th Congressional District, deleted hundreds of old social media posts. The posts included calls for police and prison abolition, nationalizing fossil-fuel companies, and attacking moderate Democrats. Lawrence has since stated some of his past views are out of step with his current beliefs.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan AG Dana Nessel skips party convention citing safety fears
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel will not attend her party's nominating convention, stating she does not feel safe due to fears of harassment and being booed. She cited past incidents and a complaint about a party member calling her and a congresswoman 'neo-Nazis'. The Michigan Democratic Party affirmed its commitment to safety and rejection of antisemitism.
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