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2025 年 10 月 16 日，《每日矿业公报》报道了密歇根联合公司在密歇根州汉考克市举行的医疗保健全体会议。我们的北部地区经理 Audrey Gerard 讲述了她在医疗保健行业的亲身经历。以下是完整文章的片段、, 您可以在这里阅读。.
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州众议员 Carrie Rheingans（民主党-安娜堡）周三晚间来到汉考克的 Orpheum 剧院，参加 "全民医疗 "市政厅活动，讨论她提出的 HB 4407 法案，即 MiCare 法案。Rheingans 应密歇根联合组织 "Keweenaw Against the Oligarchy "的邀请来到汉考克，并得到了 Keweenaw Indivisible、Keweenaw Mututal Aid Collective、Houghton 郡民主党和 Baraga 郡民主党的支持，与大家分享了该法案的内容以及全州范围内的单一付费医疗系统将如何运作。.
密歇根联合医院北部地区经理 Audrey Gerard 认为目前的医疗保健系统难以为继，因此邀请 Rheingans 来到该地区。.
“杰拉德说：”我们可以让密歇根州成为全国其他地区的领头羊，并通过倡导支持 MiCare 这样的单一支付系统来解决我们的医疗危机。杰拉德是莱茵甘斯发言前的介绍人之一，她分享了自己的医疗债务故事。杰拉德在 21 岁时没有医疗保险，并被诊断出患有败血症，病情十分紧急。她所在的医疗机构无法为她提供所需的治疗，于是她被转到明尼苏达州德卢斯的圣玛丽医院。她接受了治疗，但出院时却收到了 $100,000 美元的账单，这还不包括救护车费用和在威斯康星州的急诊室费用。.
“For the following months, I spent my days figuring out how to readjust my life and become a millionaire so I could pay off all my debts. After all, I only worked for $11 an hour at a history museum at the time. But I realized I had a choice. I had more agency than I originally thought. My choice was clear,” Gerard said. “I could live in shame that this experience happened to me, or I could use my story to move other people to take action. And for all the months I spent in shambles, I started dreaming up ways I could make my private shame a story of public power. I knew that all of this could have been easily avoided if we didn’t live in a for profit health insurance world, and I started posting on social media platforms about my debt…”
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密歇根联合组织就密歇根州众议院通过肮脏能源例外法案发表声明
DETROIT, MI – In response to the Michigan House’s passage of House Bills 4007 and 4283, which reclassify gas-fired power plants as “clean energy,” Audrey Gerard, Michigan United’s Northern Michigan Regional Manager, issued the following statement:
“Today’s vote is a betrayal of Michigan’s clean energy future. Lawmakers who supported this bill chose fossil fuel profits over people, corporate carve-outs over climate action, and misinformation over science. Calling gas plants ‘clean’ doesn’t make them sustainable. It just masks the harm and misleads the public.
“This legislation undercuts the bold steps we took last year to lead the nation in renewable energy investment. It doesn’t help U.P. families. It locks them into dirty, high-cost energy for decades to come. At a time when we should be accelerating toward a just and affordable energy transition, the House took a step backward.
“The Senate must reject this reckless attempt to greenwash fossil fuels and protect Michigan’s clean energy laws from corporate loopholes and false solutions. Michiganders deserve a future powered by real clean energy, not more pollution, higher bills, and broken promises.”
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Michigan United Healthcare was in DC, Talking about Vaccine Misinformation
Last month, our own Latressa Gordon, DNP, MSN, RN was a panelist at the 2025 National Minority Quality Forum (NQMF). They are a United States-based, health care research, education and advocacy organization whose mission is to reduce patient risk and advance health equity by assuring optimal care for all.
Dr. Gordon’s panel was “Combatting Vaccine Disinformation and Policy Turmoil with Data and Community Action from Trusted Voices”. We’ve queued up her panel in the video below. Tap the image and enjoy!
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请选择
密歇根联合黑色马球
这是一款舒适、时尚的马球衫，你可以穿着它去上班、开会或去任何地方。.
The “Rent is Too Damn High” Black Hoodie
说清楚。无论你走到哪里.
密歇根联队黑色 T 恤
运动的正式制服
在此定制密歇根联队装备
即穿即用，非常适合革命。.
每笔销售均可为密歇根联合航空支付 $10。现在就订购，为您的轮换增加一对，展现您的承诺。.
服装产品由棉或棉/涤纶混纺制成，每件都非常适合在任何地方表达您的支持。产品说明附有尺码表，以确保穿着合身。.
大多数订单在 1 周内发货，然后需要 2-5 个工作日的转运才能到达目的地。.
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Reproductive freedom is about far more than just the right to choose whether or not to have a child. It encompasses every aspect of bodily autonomy, family planning, and professional and economic success. This includes not just access to birth control and abortion care but also paid parental leave and protection from pregnancy discrimination. Reproductive rights are also essential to achieving racial, gender, and economic justice for all Americans.
Organizations such as Reproductive Freedom for All 和 密歇根联队 are working together to protect reproductive rights in Michigan and across the US. Here’s what you need to know — and how you can protect the rights of women and families in your community.
Contraceptive access, or the right to birth control, is a vital aspect of reproductive freedom. It empowers individuals to plan their futures, reduce unintended pregnancies, and improve health outcomes. The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes that adolescents and young adults must have confidential access to contraception to protect their current and future health and well-being.
Access to affordable birth control is also closely tied to gender equity and economic opportunity. Birth control is the surest way to defend women’s wellness and personal success because it enables them to complete their education, enter the workforce, and make empowered decisions about their partners and family life.
The ability to access safe and legal abortion care is also a cornerstone of reproductive freedom. Abortion is not a matter of convenience; it’s an essential part of health care and a human right. It upholds basic freedoms such as the right to privacy, autonomy, and good health, to name just a few.
Restrictions on access to abortion disproportionately affect low-income communities and women of color, deepening existing health and economic inequalities. Since the fall of the federal protections offered by Roe v. Wade, legislation around abortion access has been left up to individual states. Geographic and financial barriers have grown significantly worse, forcing many women living in politically conservative states with abortion bans to travel long distances or go without needed care altogether.
Policies that strip or restrict abortion rights not only impinge on bodily autonomy but also have long-term impacts on economic outcomes. Abortion bans reduce women’s labor force participation, increase turnover, and lower their earnings over time. Women who are forced to carry their infants to term may also face pregnancy discrimination at work, be denied adequate paid parental leave, or lack access to affordable childcare while they work.
Reproductive freedom also means having the time and support necessary to care for a new child without jeopardizing one’s job or income. Paid parental leave allows families to bond, recover, and transition into parenthood without financial strain. Paid leave is associated with better mental health for parents, improved infant development, and stronger family dynamics.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that paid leave is a critical public health issue and should be a guaranteed right — not a privilege dependent on employer generosity. Access to paid leave promotes economic equity, particularly for women and people of color, who are less likely to have it through their jobs. Expanding paid parental leave is essential to a society where individuals can choose to become parents without fear of economic penalty.
Reproductive freedom also includes the right to be free from discrimination based on pregnancy or caregiving status. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to workers affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Despite this fact, many workers still face stigma and retaliation. It’s important to keep in mind that pregnancy discrimination can take many forms, such as not being hired, being denied promotions, being forced into taking unpaid leave, or even being laid off altogether. These practices disproportionately impact women in low-wage jobs, especially women of color, and it’s a key reason many are pushed out of the workforce or into poverty.
Enforcing protection from pregnancy discrimination doesn’t just support gender, racial, health, and socioeconomic equality — it’s advantageous for employers, too.
True reproductive freedom is about dignity, autonomy, and equality. It means being able to choose when and how to start a family — or not to have one at all — without facing unnecessary legal, economic, or social barriers. It’s about building a future where everyone, no matter who they are or where they live, has the freedom to control their own body, life, and future.
By supporting reproductive rights in all their forms, we can build a stronger, more just society for everyone.
密歇根联队 is a broad, statewide coalition working to fight for reproductive freedom, reform our broken health care and immigration systems, protect our environment, end mass incarceration, and make essential services accessible to all. To build that kind of power, we need to organize 3.5% of the state’s population. Starting with you.
We are at a critical moment in our nation’s history as we prepare to confront the troubling realities of the current White House administration. Women and working families are under attack — from Lansing to DC — and we’re fighting back. If you’re wondering what you can do, Michigan United is here for you. We have campaigns in place to protect Michiganders from all forms of injustice, which means you can make a difference in all the areas that matter to you, right here, all in one place.
As a member of 项目 3.5, you will gain the listening, communication, and planning skills to become an effective advocate for the people in your neighborhood. This is your chance to become the leader you’ve always wanted to see. Join us in our quest to create a more just and inclusive society for all.
You can do this in whichever way works best for you. You can also join us as a Michigan United member, volunteer with us, or donate today!
Help us restore the balance of choice
我们希望将密歇根州的 3.5% 组织起来，拆除不平等的壁垒，用尊严和机会取代残存的不平等。.
请选择
密歇根联合黑色马球
这是一款舒适、时尚的马球衫，你可以穿着它去上班、开会或去任何地方。.
The “Rent is Too Damn High” Black Hoodie
说清楚。无论你走到哪里.
密歇根联队黑色 T 恤
运动的正式制服
在此定制密歇根联队装备
即穿即用，非常适合革命。.
每笔销售均可为密歇根联合航空支付 $10。现在就订购，为您的轮换增加一对，展现您的承诺。.
服装产品由棉或棉/涤纶混纺制成，每件都非常适合在任何地方表达您的支持。产品说明附有尺码表，以确保穿着合身。.
大多数订单在 1 周内发货，然后需要 2-5 个工作日的转运才能到达目的地。.
密歇根州政府应该为人民服务，而不是为强大的公司服务。.
无论您有 5 分钟还是 5 小时，您的时间都很重要。我们需要志愿者来收集签名、敲门、传播信息，并帮助实现这一投票倡议。.
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Reproductive freedom is about far more than just the right to choose whether or not to have a child. It encompasses every aspect of bodily autonomy, family planning, and professional and economic success. This includes not just access to birth control and abortion care but also paid parental leave and protection from pregnancy discrimination. Reproductive rights are also essential to achieving racial, gender, and economic justice for all Americans.
Organizations such as Reproductive Freedom for All 和 密歇根联队 are working together to protect reproductive rights in Michigan and across the US. Here’s what you need to know — and how you can protect the rights of women and families in your community.
Contraceptive access, or the right to birth control, is a vital aspect of reproductive freedom. It empowers individuals to plan their futures, reduce unintended pregnancies, and improve health outcomes. The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes that adolescents and young adults must have confidential access to contraception to protect their current and future health and well-being.
Access to affordable birth control is also closely tied to gender equity and economic opportunity. Birth control is the surest way to defend women’s wellness and personal success because it enables them to complete their education, enter the workforce, and make empowered decisions about their partners and family life.
The ability to access safe and legal abortion care is also a cornerstone of reproductive freedom. Abortion is not a matter of convenience; it’s an essential part of health care and a human right. It upholds basic freedoms such as the right to privacy, autonomy, and good health, to name just a few.
Restrictions on access to abortion disproportionately affect low-income communities and women of color, deepening existing health and economic inequalities. Since the fall of the federal protections offered by Roe v. Wade, legislation around abortion access has been left up to individual states. Geographic and financial barriers have grown significantly worse, forcing many women living in politically conservative states with abortion bans to travel long distances or go without needed care altogether.
Policies that strip or restrict abortion rights not only impinge on bodily autonomy but also have long-term impacts on economic outcomes. Abortion bans reduce women’s labor force participation, increase turnover, and lower their earnings over time. Women who are forced to carry their infants to term may also face pregnancy discrimination at work, be denied adequate paid parental leave, or lack access to affordable childcare while they work.
Reproductive freedom also means having the time and support necessary to care for a new child without jeopardizing one’s job or income. Paid parental leave allows families to bond, recover, and transition into parenthood without financial strain. Paid leave is associated with better mental health for parents, improved infant development, and stronger family dynamics.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that paid leave is a critical public health issue and should be a guaranteed right — not a privilege dependent on employer generosity. Access to paid leave promotes economic equity, particularly for women and people of color, who are less likely to have it through their jobs. Expanding paid parental leave is essential to a society where individuals can choose to become parents without fear of economic penalty.
Reproductive freedom also includes the right to be free from discrimination based on pregnancy or caregiving status. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to workers affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Despite this fact, many workers still face stigma and retaliation. It’s important to keep in mind that pregnancy discrimination can take many forms, such as not being hired, being denied promotions, being forced into taking unpaid leave, or even being laid off altogether. These practices disproportionately impact women in low-wage jobs, especially women of color, and it’s a key reason many are pushed out of the workforce or into poverty.
Enforcing protection from pregnancy discrimination doesn’t just support gender, racial, health, and socioeconomic equality — it’s advantageous for employers, too.
True reproductive freedom is about dignity, autonomy, and equality. It means being able to choose when and how to start a family — or not to have one at all — without facing unnecessary legal, economic, or social barriers. It’s about building a future where everyone, no matter who they are or where they live, has the freedom to control their own body, life, and future.
By supporting reproductive rights in all their forms, we can build a stronger, more just society for everyone.
密歇根联队 is a broad, statewide coalition working to fight for reproductive freedom, reform our broken health care and immigration systems, protect our environment, end mass incarceration, and make essential services accessible to all. To build that kind of power, we need to organize 3.5% of the state’s population. Starting with you.
We are at a critical moment in our nation’s history as we prepare to confront the troubling realities of the current White House administration. Women and working families are under attack — from Lansing to DC — and we’re fighting back. If you’re wondering what you can do, Michigan United is here for you. We have campaigns in place to protect Michiganders from all forms of injustice, which means you can make a difference in all the areas that matter to you, right here, all in one place.
As a member of 项目 3.5, you will gain the listening, communication, and planning skills to become an effective advocate for the people in your neighborhood. This is your chance to become the leader you’ve always wanted to see. Join us in our quest to create a more just and inclusive society for all.
You can do this in whichever way works best for you. You can also join us as a Michigan United member, volunteer with us, or donate today!
Help us restore the balance of choice
我们希望将密歇根州的 3.5% 组织起来，拆除不平等的壁垒，用尊严和机会取代残存的不平等。.
请选择
密歇根联合黑色马球
这是一款舒适、时尚的马球衫，你可以穿着它去上班、开会或去任何地方。.
The “Rent is Too Damn High” Black Hoodie
说清楚。无论你走到哪里.
密歇根联队黑色 T 恤
运动的正式制服
在此定制密歇根联队装备
即穿即用，非常适合革命。.
每笔销售均可为密歇根联合航空支付 $10。现在就订购，为您的轮换增加一对，展现您的承诺。.
服装产品由棉或棉/涤纶混纺制成，每件都非常适合在任何地方表达您的支持。产品说明附有尺码表，以确保穿着合身。.
大多数订单在 1 周内发货，然后需要 2-5 个工作日的转运才能到达目的地。.
密歇根州政府应该为人民服务，而不是为强大的公司服务。.
无论您有 5 分钟还是 5 小时，您的时间都很重要。我们需要志愿者来收集签名、敲门、传播信息，并帮助实现这一投票倡议。.
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Help us do more like this, in every Michigan community
我们希望将密歇根州的 3.5% 组织起来，拆除不平等的壁垒，用尊严和机会取代残存的不平等。.
请选择
密歇根联合黑色马球
这是一款舒适、时尚的马球衫，你可以穿着它去上班、开会或去任何地方。.
The “Rent is Too Damn High” Black Hoodie
说清楚。无论你走到哪里.
密歇根联队黑色 T 恤
运动的正式制服
在此定制密歇根联队装备
即穿即用，非常适合革命。.
每笔销售均可为密歇根联合航空支付 $10。现在就订购，为您的轮换增加一对，展现您的承诺。.
服装产品由棉或棉/涤纶混纺制成，每件都非常适合在任何地方表达您的支持。产品说明附有尺码表，以确保穿着合身。.
大多数订单在 1 周内发货，然后需要 2-5 个工作日的转运才能到达目的地。.
密歇根州政府应该为人民服务，而不是为强大的公司服务。.
无论您有 5 分钟还是 5 小时，您的时间都很重要。我们需要志愿者来收集签名、敲门、传播信息，并帮助实现这一投票倡议。.
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The Flint & Genesee Food Summit is a one-day event dedicated to fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and celebrating the vibrant local food system in Flint and Genesee County.
This year’s summit, happening Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, at the Flint Farmers’ Market, focuses on “Celebrating Leaders, Growers, Thinkers, and Eaters of the Flint & Genesee County Food System.” Michigan United is proud to support this important event as a co-sponsor.
Organized by the Flint and Genesee Food Policy Council, the summit brings together a network of food champions whose mission is to develop a resilient and reliable local food system rooted in community engagement, collaboration, and education.
The event aims to unite a diverse group of people and organizations, including local farmers and producers, food entrepreneurs and business owners, community groups working on food access and security, educators and researchers, policymakers and government officials, and passionate community members.
Attendees will have the chance to connect with key stakeholders in the local food system, learn about innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture, food access, and community development, share their own experiences and insights, and contribute to building a stronger, more resilient food system for Flint and Genesee County.
The summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, interactive workshops, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, exhibits showcasing local food businesses and organizations, and delicious, locally sourced food and refreshments.
The Flint & Genesee Food Summit is a ticketed event to help cover essential costs such as venue rental, speaker fees, and refreshments, ensuring a high-quality experience for all who attend.
For organizations interested in deeper support and increased visibility, a range of sponsorship opportunities is available. Sponsorship not only helps deliver an impactful event but also shows a strong commitment to building a thriving local food system.
Help us do more good things in Flint
我们希望将密歇根州的 3.5% 组织起来，拆除不平等的壁垒，用尊严和机会取代残存的不平等。.
请选择
密歇根联合黑色马球
这是一款舒适、时尚的马球衫，你可以穿着它去上班、开会或去任何地方。.
The “Rent is Too Damn High” Black Hoodie
说清楚。无论你走到哪里.
密歇根联队黑色 T 恤
运动的正式制服
在此定制密歇根联队装备
即穿即用，非常适合革命。.
每笔销售均可为密歇根联合航空支付 $10。现在就订购，为您的轮换增加一对，展现您的承诺。.
服装产品由棉或棉/涤纶混纺制成，每件都非常适合在任何地方表达您的支持。产品说明附有尺码表，以确保穿着合身。.
大多数订单在 1 周内发货，然后需要 2-5 个工作日的转运才能到达目的地。.
密歇根州政府应该为人民服务，而不是为强大的公司服务。.
无论您有 5 分钟还是 5 小时，您的时间都很重要。我们需要志愿者来收集签名、敲门、传播信息，并帮助实现这一投票倡议。.
新闻与媒体
The Flint & Genesee Food Summit is a one-day event dedicated to fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and celebrating the vibrant local food system in Flint and Genesee County.
This year’s summit, happening Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, at the Flint Farmers’ Market, focuses on “Celebrating Leaders, Growers, Thinkers, and Eaters of the Flint & Genesee County Food System.” Michigan United is proud to support this important event as a co-sponsor.
Organized by the Flint and Genesee Food Policy Council, the summit brings together a network of food champions whose mission is to develop a resilient and reliable local food system rooted in community engagement, collaboration, and education.
The event aims to unite a diverse group of people and organizations, including local farmers and producers, food entrepreneurs and business owners, community groups working on food access and security, educators and researchers, policymakers and government officials, and passionate community members.
Attendees will have the chance to connect with key stakeholders in the local food system, learn about innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture, food access, and community development, share their own experiences and insights, and contribute to building a stronger, more resilient food system for Flint and Genesee County.
The summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, interactive workshops, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, exhibits showcasing local food businesses and organizations, and delicious, locally sourced food and refreshments.
The Flint & Genesee Food Summit is a ticketed event to help cover essential costs such as venue rental, speaker fees, and refreshments, ensuring a high-quality experience for all who attend.
For organizations interested in deeper support and increased visibility, a range of sponsorship opportunities is available. Sponsorship not only helps deliver an impactful event but also shows a strong commitment to building a thriving local food system.
Help us do more good things in Flint
我们希望将密歇根州的 3.5% 组织起来，拆除不平等的壁垒，用尊严和机会取代残存的不平等。.
请选择
密歇根联合黑色马球
这是一款舒适、时尚的马球衫，你可以穿着它去上班、开会或去任何地方。.
The “Rent is Too Damn High” Black Hoodie
说清楚。无论你走到哪里.
密歇根联队黑色 T 恤
运动的正式制服
在此定制密歇根联队装备
即穿即用，非常适合革命。.
每笔销售均可为密歇根联合航空支付 $10。现在就订购，为您的轮换增加一对，展现您的承诺。.
服装产品由棉或棉/涤纶混纺制成，每件都非常适合在任何地方表达您的支持。产品说明附有尺码表，以确保穿着合身。.
大多数订单在 1 周内发货，然后需要 2-5 个工作日的转运才能到达目的地。.
密歇根州政府应该为人民服务，而不是为强大的公司服务。.
无论您有 5 分钟还是 5 小时，您的时间都很重要。我们需要志愿者来收集签名、敲门、传播信息，并帮助实现这一投票倡议。.
