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In a national effort to combat news deserts in local communities, Preserving Democracy is proud to host news reports from PBS station partners around the country. See what your local politicians are up to and keep up to date with voting laws in your state.

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In Michigan, new bills seek to expand voting rights

April 15, 2024

In Michigan, new bills seek to expand voting rights Activists from Detroit Disability Power march through Detroit on Election Day 2020 holding signs and wearing bright yellow hoodies that say Count Every Vote and masks that say Detroit Disability Power.…

Dispatches from Super Tuesday

March 6, 2024

Preserving Democracy reached out to PBS reporters in several Super Tuesday states to hear key takeaways from the experts who regularly cover these communities. Here are their findings.

2023 State of the State

March 15, 2023 | Episode

The deadly shooting at Michigan State University has several state lawmakers seeking passage of common-sense gun reforms. In her State of the State Address, Governor Gretchen Whitmer outlined legislation for just that. The governor also introduced her “Lowering MI Costs”…