Statement from Lavora Barnes, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party on Today’s Actions in Lansing

“Turning a global health crisis into a political game is short-sighted and dangerous. It’s time for Republicans to do the right thing on behalf of their constituents and work with Governor Whitmer.

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Laura Cox, chair of the Michigan Republican Party, Speaker Chatfield, and Senate Majority Leader Shirkey must condemn the use of hate language, racism, or threats of violence from participants in today’s protest as what they are: despicable, disgusting, and shameful.”

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