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  • A Letter from Our Executive Director on the Supreme Court’s Decision in Louisiana v. Callais: This Is Not Normal

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    A message from Angela Davenport, our Executive Director on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais and what this moment means for our communities and our vote.

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  • Statewide Jail Voting Workgroup on May 7th

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    VAAC’s Jail Voting Workgroup is organizing a statewide effort to ensure eligible voters in Michigan jails can access the ballot. The work is underway, and there are multiple ways to get involved.

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  • The Supreme Court Stripped Away Key Protections in the Voting Rights Act, Putting Fair Representation At Risk

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    The Supreme Court has cleared the way for politicians to draw voting maps that take political power away from Black voters and other communities of color. In this post, we break down what this decision means, how it could impact future elections, and what it will take to protect our communities and our vote.

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  • Hands Off MI Vote Open Letter: Add Your Name

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    We are sharing the #HandsOffMIVote Open Letter, a statement from Michigan voters pushing back against efforts to make it harder for eligible voters to participate. Read the letter and add your name to stand with us.

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  • Sign or Circulate the MMOP (Michiganders for Money Out of Politics) Petition

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    VAAC is supporting the Money Out of Politics campaign, a statewide effort to limit corporate influence in elections and put this issue on the 2026 ballot. You can sign the petition, collect signatures, or get involved locally.

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  • Capitol Day Recap: Education, Civic Power, and Youth Leadership in Action

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    VAAC joined partners in Lansing for Capitol Day, meeting with legislators on voting access and representation while youth leaders shared their policy priorities. The day highlighted how issues like returning citizens’ voting rights, prison gerrymandering, and documentary proof of citizenship efforts are connected.

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  • Update: Michigan Attorney General Moves to Permanently Block Executive Order Targeting Mail-In Voting

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    Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has moved to permanently block the Executive Order targeting mail-in voting. The challenge focuses on preventing new barriers that could stop eligible voters from participating and connects to broader efforts, including documentary proof of citizenship requirements.

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  • Voting Rights Art Pop-Ups: From Voice to Expression in May

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    VAAC and Indivisible Metro Detroit are continuing their community pop-ups to build a Voting Rights Art Installation. Join an upcoming event in May to create, reflect, and share what voting means to you.

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  • VAAC Friday Community Meeting on April 24th | Beyond Exoneration: From Silenced to Shaping Change

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    Join VAAC for a Friday conversation during Second Chance Month with Eric Anderson of the Organization of Exonerees. Learn what happens after exoneration and how civic engagement connects to reclaiming voice, agency, and power.

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  • Capitol Day 2026: VAAC Heads to Lansing with Statewide Partners on April 29

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    Join VAAC in Lansing on April 29 for Capitol Day 2026. Register now, travel with us, meet with lawmakers, and take part in conversations about voting access, representation, and more.

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  • May 5th Election Info

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    If you still have your absentee ballot, you should return it ASAP! Before you do, remember to sign your ballot envelope with your official signature. You can return your absentee ballot to your city or township clerk’s office, to a secure drop box in your city or township, or you can bring your completed absentee…

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  • Lansing Passes MI Democracy Resolution as HB 4765 Advances in Michigan

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    Lansing City Council has unanimously passed a resolution opposing documentary proof of citizenship requirements. Organizing continues across Michigan as similar proposals move forward at the state and local level.

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