democracy

Mop Up Michigan Lobby Day: Let The People Vote!

August 25, 2026 | Lansing, MI

Some members of the Michigan legislature want to stop the Michiganders For Money Out Of Politics initiative from making it to the November ballot. Join us in Lansing to let our lawmakers know: Let the people vote!

Let the people vote! Mop Up Michigan Lobby Day, August 25th 9-3

Speak Up For Mop Up Michigan in Lansing!

August 17, 2026 | Lansing, MI

URGENT! The Michigan Board of State Canvassers will meet on Friday, August 17th for final approval of the Michiganders For Money Out Of Politics 100 word summary language. Over half a million Michiganders signed the petition as-is and we need that language on the November ballot. Pack the room and speak out to let them know we want NO changes!

I Thought Reusable Straws Would Change the World. I Was Wrong.

July 30, 2026 | By Lily Carver

I thought reusable straws would change the world. I was wrong. Reusable straws helped start a conversation, but real progress comes from changing the systems that produce so much single-use waste in the first place. Learn more in our latest blog post by our Elections Intern Lily Carver.

Pack The Room For Michiganders For Money Out Of Politics!

July 24, 2026 | Lansing, MI

URGENT! The Michigan Board of State Canvassers will meet on Friday, July 24th to approve or deny the more than 560,000 signatures Michiganders for Money Out of Politics turned in. We need your help packing the room to show the massive support we have and get MMOP on the November ballot!

Our Energy Bills Are Too Damn High - Michigan Public Service Commission Rally & Meeting

May 29, 2025 | Detroit, MI

Michiganders pay the highest costs for energy in the Midwest with some of the worst reliability in the country. And now, DTE wants to raise our rates again to the tune of $574 million. We keep paying more and our service doesn't get any better while big CEOs profit. Join us for a rally at 5 p.m. and then make your voice heard to Michigan Public Service Commission state energy regulators at the town hall.

Community Speak-Out - Our Energy Bills Are Too Damn High!

Funding Freeze: Can a President Do That?

February 13, 2025 | By Jon Scott

Today’s showdown over the White House’s attempt to freeze funds already approved by Congress echoes a similar battle waged by Clean Water Action and allies in the past. Back then, Clean Water Action – and the rule of law – prevailed.