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“… the governor is busy cozying up to tech CEOs for a photo op in Saline Township and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s husband is actively lobbying for these large-scale developments”
themidwesterner.news/2026/10…
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‼️People need to know it’s the Michigan public service commission responsible for much of our disastrous energy policy!
Full interview coming soon.
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🚨“Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, introduced a Senate version. ‘Passively collecting information 24/7 as people go about their daily lives is a drastic overreach,’ Runestad said.”
Full article in the replies 👇
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🚨“We are being surveilled more and more across our lifespan, wherever we go,” Runestad said. “It seems like there’s a real push by government and corporations for more and more data about us and what we’re doing. Beyond that, I mean, what we’re buying, I know there’s a push to get rid of cash.”
👇Full article in the replies
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‼️Ilona was fired and escorted out of the building for informing teachers of a new proposed millage.
How do these new taxes benefit students?
They don’t - only the administrators.
And they’re willing to go to great lengths to silence opposition to their schemes.
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I appreciate The Detroit News publishing this editorial. I put in so many reforms in the Michigan Senate to try to reign in the monstrous exploitation by Michigan utilities of the ratepayers.
Unfortunately, the Democrats have killed each and every single Reform. Wonder why? Couldn’t be money, donations, etc. could it🤔?
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❗️50/50 parenting is possible and essential❗️
Listen as Dr. Bernard Jennings discusses his successful legislative efforts and their amazing effects. Stay tuned for the full interview dropping tomorrow!
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🚨Yesterday, many legislators, experts, advocates, and constituents from ALL sides came together as ONE voice at our People over Data Centers rally.
The momentum is building as residents from all over our state sound the alarm that Michigan is NOT for sale to the highest bidder!
We will continue this united fight for the rights of our citizens and our communities.
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‼️We need an immediate pause on data centers‼️
Tonight’s rally was the first step to achieving that -
"They bring us a boatload of promises," Runestad said. "They tell us all the things that they are going to do for our communities that are really just nickels and dimes compared to what is actually happening.
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🚨Data Center Rally tomorrow🚨
A bipartisan slate of speakers will unite for real change in Michigan!
Join us!
6/23, 5:30pm, State Capitol
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🚨 People Over Data Centers Rally 🚨
Lansing has been too slow in dealing with Data Centers.
A year ago few people had heard of Data Centers or knew about their impacts, yet now, Michiganders are being blindsided by massive, rapidly developing projects.
Lyon Township: A massive Data Center was approved months before residents even knew about it.
Saline: Big tech sued the township into submission, forcing their hyperscale Data Center
Governor Whitmer caught on a hot mic prioritizing the will of big tech companies over Michigan residents.
To fight against this, I introduced SBs 1018-1020 to put a one year pause on all Data Center projects in Michigan. My bills force caution and prioritize people —not the rubber stamp approach that Gov. Whitmer and SoS Benson are imposing on Michigan.
The ask is simple: let’s pause these potentially dangerous projects and learn more about them before we blindly approve them.
That is why I am hosting a “People Over Data Centers” rally on Tuesday June 23rd at 5:30pm on the east steps of the Capitol in Lansing. This rally is not a condemnation of Data Centers, but urges caution to ensure that they're done right.
Me, my fellow legislators, and community activists are going to be the voice that Michigan needs. It is time that we get serious about Data Centers in Michigan, and I am proud to lead this fight.
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‼️We have the momentum‼️
People Over Data Centers Rally - June 23rd - 5:30pm - State Capitol
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🚨 Join us at the People Over Data Centers Rally to protect our citizens’ rights!
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❗️Today I introduced a bill that would prevent utilities from shifting the cost of data center operations onto rate payers
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‼️Data centers are infesting Michigan!
This rapid development is unsafe, and until we know how these behemoths will affect our communities, we need an immediate pause.
I am calling on the legislature to swiftly pass my bills to implement a 1 year moratorium on data centers.
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‼️The rally may be over, but our fight won’t end.
Change is coming for child welfare in Michigan!
Thank you to all those who partnered with this event and will continue the work to save and protect our children.
@GinaJohnsenMI @thehofp @NSODetroit
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‼️ Full interview and insider look into the current #MSU #Scandals with Trustee Mike Balow. From censuring dissent to doubling the president's salary, you don't want to miss this one!
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