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UAAO and IASA host event on anti-Blackness, model minority myth in affirmative action
The University of Michigan’s United Asian American Organizations and the Indian American Student Association hosted a teach-in and open discussion event about affirmative action on Monday night. Affirmative action seeks to increase diversity in workplaces, schools and other institutions by considering an applicant’s race, ethnicity or other personal identification factors when making admissions decisions.
Bipartisan state legislation introduced supporting nurses and hospital patients
The Safe Patient Care Act, a bipartisan plan to support registered nurses and ensure quality care for patients, has recently been introduced in the Michigan legislature. The plan, made up of three bills, will set a limit on the nurse-to-patient ratio in hospitals, restrict forced overtime hours and require hospitals to be transparent with what these ratios are. The first bill aims to ensure hospitals maintain a sufficient number of nurses on duty for the number of patients.
Empowering Survivors bill prompted by Anderson allegations reintroduced in Michigan legislature
A sexual assault legislation prompted by the allegations againt the late Robert E. Anderson, former University of Michigan physician, was reintroduced on Feb.19. State Rep. Ryan Berman, R-Commerce Township, and state Rep. Karen Whitsett, D-Detroit, reintroduced Michigan’s Empowering Survivors package to the House of Representatives, which is aimed at expanding opportunities for victims of sexual assault in pursuing justice.
Three men charged in Whitmer kidnapping plot face Michigan prosecutors in probable cause hearing
Pete Musico, Joseph Morrison and Paul Bellar, three of the 14 men accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer from June to Sept. 2020, participated in a hearing Wednesday morning to determine whether the case has enough probable cause to go to a trial court. Attorneys for the three men presented their case to state prosecutors and disputed the claim that the men were involved in terrorist organizations, specifically the Wolverine Watchmen group.
Top Michigan Democratic officials talk plans for 2021 at the Michigan Democratic Convention
The Michigan Democratic Party held its virtual Spring State Convention Saturday. Politicians from state, regional and federal governments emphasized unity while laying the groundwork for 2021. The convention began with a video from two of the state’s top Democratic office holders,Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II.
Michigan GOP elects U-M Regent Ron Weiser as new chair following allegations of illegal payments
On Saturday evening, University of Michigan Regent Ron Weiser (R) was elected as chair of the Michigan Republican Party, winning more than 66% of the vote during the Michigan GOP virtual convention. This will be Weiser’s third non-consecutive term as chairman after he stepped down in 2019 due to health issues. Weiser’s co-chair is Meshawn Maddock, a 2020 state presidential elector who was at the center of the campaign to overturn Michigan’s results of the 2020 presidential election.
Public Policy Dean Michael Barr’s likely appointment opposed by progressives
President Joe Biden is expected to nominate Michael Barr, dean of the University of Michigan’s Ford School of Public Policy, as comptroller of the currency, a role that involves regulation of the banking industry. Following the initial report from The Wall Street Journal, some Democrats are disappointed with the appointment, preferring University of California-Irvine law professor and more progressive candidate Mehrsa Baradaran over Barr.
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder charged in Flint water crisis
Former Gov. Rick Snyder (R), as well as Snyder’s ex-health director and other former health officials, are being charged in relation to the Flint, Mich. water crisis following a new investigation, according to the Associated Press. Governmental malpractice left the majority-Black city of Flint with lead-contaminated water for years,causing at least 12 and ongoing health issues for many community members, especially children.
SACUA discusses extending Go Blue Guarantee to Flint and Dearborn, releases statement in response to political violence at the Capitol
The Senate Advisory Committee on University Affairs met virtually Monday afternoon to discuss open-mic sessions for Senate Assembly members and extending the Go Blue Guarantee to the Dearborn and Flint campuses. The committee also provided a statement in response to Wednesday’s insurrection at the Capitol Building.
Member of Oneida Nation talks Native American activism, policy
Heather Bruegl, a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, spoke about the history of Native American activism and policy at an event Sunday evening. The event was held by the Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs and Native American Student Association in anticipation of Native American Heritage Month in November. “The underlying goal of every policy was assimilation and a Euro-centric lifestyle,” Bruegl said.
How to Get Out of Jury Duty: 15 Excuses That Work
Updated on March 8, 2019 Kate holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Sonoma State University. She has worked as a Police Officer in California's Bay Area. It is very likely that someday you will receive a notice stating that youâve been randomly selected for jury duty. What does this mean for you, and is there any way to get out of it? Don't worry about rearranging your daily schedule or missing out on your other obligations because of jury duty.
How To Avoid Costly Auto Repairs If Check Engine Light Is On
Does the check engine light eventually turn off without fixing the problem? If the problem is not due to an actual component, but rather just a faulty sensor which is intermittent, then you may notice the light goes off after some time. But it may come back on again once is a while if the sensor continues to send faulty signals. It's best to have a mechanic look at it, but tell them that it seems to be a faulty sensor so they know you already have some knowledge of the situation.
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