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Category Archives: Detroit

Michigan United Condemn’s the Taylor Police Department’s Agreement with ICE, Citing Community Harm and Legal Risk

“We are deeply disturbed by the Taylor Police Department’s decision to partner with ICE.”

Posted bydasbatesMay 8, 2025August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Eastern Michigan, Immigrant Rights, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

Michigan United at Cinco de Mayo

Yesterday, we marched in Detroit’s annual Cinco de Mayo Parade with a clear message: IMMIGRANTS ARE WELCOME!

Posted bydasbatesMay 7, 2025August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Immigrant Rights, Movement Politics, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

MU in the News: Immigrant Rights Groups Brace for “Chaos”

Our own Diego Bonesatti was quoted in a Detroit News article on how Michigan United and sister groups fight for immigrant rights.

Posted bydasbatesDecember 13, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inDetroit, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, Legal Services, News & Media, Statewide, Western MichiganTags: abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids mi, abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids michigan, legal service, united legal services

Immigrant, Refugee, and Asylum Seeker Rights in the US

Understand your legal rights as an immigrant, refugee, or asylum seeker; protections vary, so seek expert advice to navigate complex U.S. laws.

Posted bydasbatesNovember 25, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, Legal Services, News & Media, StatewideTags: abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids mi, abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids michigan, Civic Engagement, united legal services

MU in the News: Michigan should Join States Funding Legal Representation for Immigrants

Our own Eloise Sirleaf was in the pages of Bridge Michigan, standing in favor of funding legal aid programs for immigrants.

Posted bydasbatesNovember 13, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, Legal Services, News & Media, StatewideTags: abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids mi, abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids michigan, Civic Engagement, united legal services

MU in the News: What’s Next in the DTE Fake Public Comment Scandal

Em Perry of Michigan United was featured in the pages of Planet Detroit this week. See how we’re taking power back from DTE.

Posted bydasbatesOctober 31, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Movement Politics, News & Media, Statewide, Taking Back Our PowerTags: Civic Engagement

A Conversation on Voting with Secretary Pete Buttigieg

On 10/24 our own Rev. John Duckworth met with Sec. Pete Buttigieg in Detroit. Read about it.

Posted bydasbatesOctober 28, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Faith in Justice, Movement Politics, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

MU in the News: Election Protection at ReadSludge.com

Our own Kate Mason was recently featured at RealSludge.com in a story on election protection

Posted bydasbatesOctober 21, 2024August 12, 2025Posted inDetroit, Election Protection, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

How Civic Engagement and Election Protection Keep Our Voices Heard

Election protection is one of the most important aspects of maintaining a democracy. However, it can’t be done if people aren’t civically engaged.

Posted bydasbatesOctober 1, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inDetroit, Election Protection, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

Join us on 10/5 for a Detroit School Board candidate forum

We’re excited to join forces with 482Forward and MEJC for the Play and Annual School Board Candidate Forum.

Posted bydasbatesSeptember 24, 2024August 11, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Eastern Michigan, Project 3.5Tags: Civic Engagement, Education

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