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Category Archives: News & Media

Flint Council Passes Landmark Medical Debt Relief Plan for Residents

After months of delays, the Flint City Council approved a proposal on Wednesday to erase $32 million in medical debt for Flint residents.

Posted bydasbatesJanuary 9, 2025May 13, 2025Posted inEastern Michigan, Flint, Healthcare, News & Media, Press Release, Statewide, VictoriesTags: Civic Engagement, Healthcare

Flint Organizations Demand City Council Action on Medical Debt Relief

On Jan 7th, A coalition of community organizations sent a letter to Flint City Council asking them to a proposal eliminating medical debt

Posted bydasbatesJanuary 8, 2025May 14, 2025Posted inEastern Michigan, Flint, News & Media, Press Release, Statewide, VictoriesTags: Civic Engagement, Healthcare

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, 2024May 13, 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, 2024May 13, 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, 2024May 13, 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, 2024May 13, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Movement Politics, News & Media, Statewide, Taking Back Our PowerTags: Civic Engagement

Understanding and addressing Michigan’s struggle for reliable, affordable electricity

Currently, Michiganders pay the highest electric rates for the second worst power outages in the Midwest.

Posted bydasbatesSeptember 4, 2024May 13, 2025Posted inBlog, News & Media, Statewide, Taking Back Our PowerTags: Civic Engagement

LAWMAKERS MUST VOTE “NO” ON BIDEN’S INHUMANE BORDER DEAL THAT AIMS TO FURTHER ERODE DUE PROCESS AND SEPARATE FAMILIES

Michigan United strongly condemns President Joe Biden’s legislative deal that would affect the U.S.-Mexico border. We urge lawmakers to vote NO on H.R. 6678, 6679, 5585, and 6976.

Posted byDaniel HopkinsFebruary 6, 2024May 13, 2025Posted inImmigrant Rights, Immigration, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

Thank you for celebrating MLK weekend with Michigan United!

A look at our Justice Assembly and Awards Ceremony, recognizing those that embody Dr. King’s values of justice and dignity.

Posted byDaniel HopkinsJanuary 16, 2024May 13, 2025Posted inMovement Politics, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

Join the Fight for Environmental Justice: How You Can Hold Utility Companies Accountable!

Michigan United’s Environmental Justice team has worked tirelessly to hold utility companies accountable and promote energy democracy. Unfortunately, Michiganders only receive $35 for their losses during every power outage, while these companies charge higher rates. This is unacceptable, and we need to demand more.

Posted byDaniel HopkinsNovember 14, 2023September 26, 2024Posted inEnvironmental Justice, Movement Politics, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

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