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  • MMOP Campaign Launches Final Push to Collect Outstanding Petition Signatures

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    The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics campaign is making a final statewide push to recover outstanding petition signatures before the May 20 deadline. Organizers say completed petition sheets are still circulating across Michigan and are urging supporters to return petitions, help track down outstanding signatures, and assist with the campaign’s final outreach efforts.

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  • Mother’s Day, Black Mama’s Bail Out, Support for Incarcerated Mothers

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    This Mother’s Day, VAAC is sharing resources on Black Mama’s Bail Out and AFSC Michigan’s toolkit honoring incarcerated mothers. These efforts highlight the impact of incarceration on mothers, caregivers, children, and families, and the need for support beyond a single day.

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  • Michigan Secretary of State Announces Election Oversight Safeguards for 2026 Governor’s Race

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    Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced new procedures outlining how certain election responsibilities will be handled while she is also a candidate for governor in 2026. The policy is intended to separate parts of election administration connected to the race from her direct oversight.

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  • Michiganders Say No to Passing the Farm Bill

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    Michigan farmers, food assistance advocates, and environmental groups are urging the U.S. Senate to reject the Farm Bill passed by the House, warning that it would preserve SNAP cuts, weaken conservation efforts, and place additional strain on working families and small farms.

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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