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Gretchen Whitmer

@gretchenwhitmer

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Lifelong Michigander. Proud mom. Governor of Michigan. This is my personal account. For my official account, visit @GovWhitmer .

East Lansing, MI
Joined February 2019
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Gretchen Whitmer
11 months
Today I’m launching Fight Like Hell PAC to support candidates who fight like hell for working people and their fundamental freedoms. It’s time to build on our momentum and support candidates who will deliver real, meaningful change. Join us:
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Raise your hand and retweet if you have a personal stake in this election. ✋🏼✋🏼✋🏼
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2 years
Abortion is safe and legal in Michigan — for now. As long as I'm in office, I will fight like hell to make sure it stays that way.
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Gretchen Whitmer
4 years
Thank you President @BarackObama . Watching with my 2020 grad. ♥️ the 3 lessons: 1. Don’t be afraid 2. Do what’s right 3. Build a community #GraduateTogether
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I will fight like hell to defend access to safe, legal abortion.
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4 years
I’m Governor Gretchen Whitmer, or, as Donald Trump calls me, “that woman from Michigan.” #DemConvention
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4 years
I am extraordinarily proud to support @KamalaHarris and @JoeBiden ! They will be a fierce team to Build America Back Better. #WeHaveHerBack
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3 years
We’re ready. #InaugurationDay
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2 years
We’re not waiting for a Supreme Court decision. I’m taking action and fighting like hell to protect abortion access in Michigan now.
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3 years
Good morning!
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2 years
Abortion is a fundamental right.
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2 months
Trump's closing message to voters for today's presidential primary was, "Well, you have a terrible governor." Listen, I can handle a hit. But his attacks on me are an attack on the progress we've made in our state. Michigan, I got your back. And I won't stop fighting like hell…
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2 years
As a mom and governor, I am fighting like hell for my daughters’ futures, and for every generation after them.
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4 years
I’ve never been more energized to win this November. Join me:
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2 years
I’m fighting like hell to defend the right to abortion in Michigan.
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1 year
Thank you, Michigan! I’m grateful to have the opportunity to keep getting things done with all of you. This victory belongs to those who made their voices heard. We're reminded that this office does not belong to any person or party. It belongs to all of us.
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Abortion is a fundamental right.
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Abortion is a fundamental right.
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Abortion is a fundamental right.
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Gretchen Whitmer
4 years
I never thought in my Wildest Dreams that we would be in this situation, but we have to Shake It Off. Let’s show Donald Trump that We Are Never Getting Back Together. Are You Ready for It, @taylorswift13 ?
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We’re not out of the woods yet. We need some final stretch fundraising help to keep Michigan blue. So, what if we did @taylorswift13 on the guitar and @PeteButtigieg on the piano? There are no bad ideas in brainstorming.
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Abortion is a fundamental right — and I will keep fighting like hell to defend it.
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As long as I’m governor, I will keep fighting like hell to defend safe, legal abortion in Michigan.
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2 years
We knew the Supreme Court would likely overturn Roe v. Wade — and that’s why I didn’t wait to act. I will do everything in my power to defend the right to choose in Michigan.
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4 years
Mr. President, I thought you weren’t interested in a virtual debate? You clearly didn’t watch my speech earlier. Feel free to tune in:
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Donald J. Trump
4 years
Governor Whitmer of Michigan has done a terrible job. She locked down her state for everyone, except her husband’s boating activities. The Federal Government provided tremendous help to the Great People of Michigan. My Justice Department and Federal Law Enforcement announced...
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Roe v. Wade has been the law of the land for nearly my entire lifetime. I’m fighting for my daughters — and for every generation after them — to have the same rights I’ve had.
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2 years
I am fighting like hell to stop Michigan’s dangerous 1931 abortion ban.
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1 year
I want every American to know this: No matter who you are or who you love, you are welcome in Michigan. And we will always fight for your fundamental freedoms.
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2 years
I'm going to keep fighting because I don’t want our daughters to have fewer rights than we’ve had our whole lives.
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2 years
We cannot sit back and wait. I will keep fighting like hell to defend safe, legal abortion in Michigan.
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With the Supreme Court poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, I am using every tool in my toolbox to protect abortion access. I implore other leaders to do the same.
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2 years
A male majority has signaled their willingness to take away our choice. We need strong women at the table making decisions about our own rights.
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Because of my lawsuit, abortion is still legal in Michigan — and I’m fighting like hell to keep it that way.
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As a mom, I’m heartbroken. As a governor, I’m ready to fight. Students at MSU all did something to help their fellow Spartan on Monday night. It’s time elected officials did something, too.
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Abortion is a fundamental right.
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We respect women's rights in Michigan.
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Nice try. Michiganders are tough and can hold our own, but we’ve got a problem with people who play political games instead of solving problems. The facts: When Donald Trump was in office, his administration requested our support to secure the border. I was happy to work across…
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Aaron Rupar
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Trump attacks Gretchen Whitmer: "Real beauty she is ... she's a terrible governor ... everything's bad"
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I’m fighting like hell to defend safe, legal abortion in Michigan.
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The decision about when and if to start a family is your choice. That's precisely what I'm fighting for.
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Abortion is a fundamental right.
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Abortion is a fundamental right and I’m doing everything in my power to defend access to care in Michigan.
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As long as I'm governor, I will fight like hell to ensure nurses and doctors can provide safe, legal abortion without fear of prosecution.
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As long as I’m governor, I will fight like hell to defend access to abortion in Michigan.
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2 years
My daughters woke up last week with fewer rights than I’ve had my entire life. I will not give up. I will keep fighting like hell for their right to make their own choices about their bodies.
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2 years
I want every Michigander to know this: I will do everything in my power to ensure abortion remains legal in our state.
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1 year
I said what I said. And I’m playing for keeps.
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The Recount
1 year
"I'll go to any state that restricts people's freedoms and win business and hardworking people from them. I'm looking at you, Ohio and Indiana." — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) calls out neighboring states that are trying to enact abortion restrictions
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When Donald Trump comes to Michigan, he’ll see a state that is better off because President @JoeBiden has our backs.
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2 years
Every one of my opponents celebrated the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Every single one has pledged to enforce Michigan's 1931 abortion ban that criminalizes doctors and nurses. I don't shy away from tough fights and I never will.
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4 years
We need a president who will show up and fight for Michiganders, and @JoeBiden has proven time and again that he has our back. I am proud to both endorse him and announce that I will be joining his campaign as a co-chair.
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Gretchen Whitmer
3 years
Speaking of witches, I highly recommend this book! "For a long time, a certain set of men have called women like me 'witches' to silence and discredit us.” - Lindy West
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Today's students have known lockdown drills and school shootings their whole lives, and they're fed up. They deserve action — not just thoughts and prayers. I proudly stand with Justin Jones and Justin Pearson.
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2 years
I am more determined than ever to protect abortion access in Michigan.
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2 years
I’m using every tool I have to safeguard the right to abortion in Michigan — for my daughters, their generation, and every generation after them. We won’t go back.
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We ain’t even bout to stress we got Big Gretch! @GovWhitmer #NFID21
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As a woman born and raised in Michigan, I will keep fighting like hell for the rights of the millions of Michiganders at risk of losing access to abortion.
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Gretchen Whitmer
2 months
Tonight, @JoeBiden showed us exactly why we need to send him and @KamalaHarris back to the White House. From investing in the middle class to fighting for our fundamental freedoms to lowering costs, our country is better off because they have our backs.
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Gretchen Whitmer
4 years
If you’re as tired of this divisive rhetoric as I am, there’s something we can do about it:
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While others are engaged in the business of bigotry, Michigan is doing things differently: ✅ Repealed our 1931 abortion ban 🏳️‍🌈 Expanded LGBTQ+ rights 🔒 Signed gun safety laws 💲 Boosted the Working Families Tax Credit Looking for a new state to call home? Come to Michigan.
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4 years
Today, @JoeBiden called for a national mask mandate. I couldn’t agree more. It would save many lives — and save the economy, too.
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We’re facing an unprecedented moment for democracy, and MAGA extremists are doubling down. We must fight like hell for our fundamental rights. Join the movement:
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4 years
Let’s get to work!
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1 year
My lawsuit is the only reason abortion is legal in Michigan right now. Otherwise, Michigan's dangerous 1931 abortion ban would be in effect — blocking access to care for millions of Michiganders. I will keep fighting like hell to protect our fundamental rights.
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If the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, Michiganders could be forced to live under a dangerous 1931 state law that criminalizes abortion. Not on my watch. Today, I filed a historic suit to protect abortion access in Michigan.
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As long as I’m governor, I will fight like hell to protect abortion access in Michigan.
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My veto is the only thing standing in the way of an extreme abortion ban in Michigan – I will always protect the right to choose.
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4 years
Raise your hand and retweet if you voted for @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris ! 🖐🏼🖐🏼🖐🏼
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I’m honored you have put your trust in me to continue serving this beautiful state for another four years. Let’s get to work! #MIStrong
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Abortion is a fundamental right. I will stand in the way of any attack on Michiganders' ability to access that care.
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Abortion is a fundamental right — and I’m fighting like hell to protect access to care in Michigan.
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Welcome to Michigan, President @JoeBiden ! Thank you for advocating for our state, creating good-paying jobs, and working with us to ensure everyone can make it in Michigan.
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Craig Mauger
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The president has arrived in Michigan.
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2 years
Do you really think that books are more dangerous than guns? Tudor Dixon is trying to distract us from the fact that she's bankrolled by Betsy DeVos and wants to cut $500 million from our public schools. #MIpol #MIgov
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Gretchen Whitmer
4 years
This election feels different. The energy tonight was unforgettable. Thank you to everyone who showed up to the Biden car rally in Woodhaven. Let’s go win this thing!
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The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade three months ago today. Our state's dangerous 1931 abortion ban is blocked from going back into effect — for now. And I'm fighting like hell to keep it that way permanently.
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I’m fighting like hell for every Michigander’s right to abortion.
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Eight hours of learning requires a lot of energy. I want to provide free breakfast and lunch to all 1.4 million Michigan public school students. No child should ever go hungry because they can’t afford a school meal. I’m proud we passed my budget to get this done! 🥪🍎
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This election is about looking our kids in the eye & proving to them that we did everything in our power to build a stronger America for everyone. This president has failed our country, & it's on us to come together to turn things around. We deserve better.
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Four years ago, Trump attacked me instead of helping Americans in a crisis. I’ll always stand up to anyone on behalf of Michigan, and I know @JoeBiden will, too. Let’s elect Democrats up and down the ballot: Signed, That Woman from Michigan
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Biden-Harris HQ
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Four years ago today, as Americans were dying and supply shortages gripped the nation, Trump was focused on attacking Gov. Whitmer for calling out federal government inaction: She has no idea what’s going on, all she does is say, ‘Oh, it’s the federal government’s fault’
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All of my opponents have pledged to enforce Michigan’s dangerous 1931 abortion ban. I’m not backing down from this fight.
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No one knows more about big elections than @CaptMarkKelly . We need to come together and start building our ground game now, to make sure that every Democratic candidate has the support they need to win. Chip in $5 now to help elect Michigan democrats:
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Because of my lawsuit, abortion is legal in Michigan. But Tudor Dixon pledged to enforce Michigan’s 1931 abortion ban that would block access to care and throw doctors and nurses in jail, calling it “a good law.” I will keep fighting like hell to protect Michiganders’ rights.
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Thank you all for the birthday wishes! My family picked the perfect theme for this year’s celebration 🤣🦈
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Gretchen Whitmer
3 years
I see you’ve got a pair too   @CadeCunningham_
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Detroit Free Press
3 years
HE PUT ON THE BUFFS
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Let’s harness the spirit of RBG by making our voices heard at the ballot box this week! #VOTE
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3 years
It’s handled 😉
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kerry washington
3 years
🤯🤯🤯🤯
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All of my opponents are running on a radical platform to ban abortion in Michigan.
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No one will deter me from my service to the people of Michigan. I have a job to do. I will not be bullied, intimidated, or distracted. And I know that women across the country have my back.
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Abortion is a fundamental right — and I’m fighting like hell to keep it that way for my daughters, their generation, and every generation after them.
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No matter what happens to Roe v. Wade, I promise to keep fighting like hell for every Michigander’s right to safe, legal abortion.
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2 months
People across the country have made their voices loud and clear: We’re full steam ahead for @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris ! Let's go!
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Gretchen Whitmer
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It was an honor, @HillaryClinton . I am grateful we had the chance to speak, and I look forward to working with you to build our country back better. Onward, together.
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Hillary Clinton
3 years
I talked to Gov. @GretchenWhitmer about making tough decisions in the time of COVID, dealing with death threats, and how we may all help our country begin to heal from the last four years. Listen on @iheartradio or wherever you get your podcasts.
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The Supreme Court is poised to overturn Roe v. Wade. To the nearly 2.2 million women in Michigan whose access to abortion hangs in the balance, I promise you this: I will fight like hell to make sure abortion remains safe, legal, and accessible in our state.
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Sam Stein
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BIG SCOOP — The Supreme Court has voted to overturn abortion rights, draft opinion shows. "We hold that Roe and Casey must be overruled," Justice Alito writes in an initial majority draft circulated inside the court. via @alexbward @joshgerstein
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Thrilled to open the first Michigan office for @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris today in Brighton! We're ready to knock on doors, text and call our friends and family, and re-elect the president and vice president! 💪
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That’s right, @JoeBiden ! Let’s keep fighting like hell to restore Roe and protect our reproductive freedoms.
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Joe Biden
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If Americans send me a Congress that supports the right to choose, I promise you I will restore Roe v. Wade as the law of the land again.
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Women deserve to make their own decisions about if, when, and how to have a family. Pass it on.
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Michigan’s dangerous 1931 abortion ban is still blocked from going back into effect — and I’m fighting like hell to keep it that way.
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In Michigan, I’m always going to fight for students to learn, and teachers to teach, America’s full and true history. I’m grateful to @KamalaHarris for standing up against bigotry. That is leadership.
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Hey @JoeBiden — Tonight, you proved that you are the leader America needs. Not only do you understand the issues working families are facing, you have a plan to fight for them and to build this country back better. Now, let’s win this thing. — Your Friend In Michigan
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That’s right! #OnePride
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Those Women From Michigan. 7PM @MSNBC
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2 years
Does Tudor Dixon really think books are more dangerous than guns?
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