[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [FM notes: following is the verbatim statement released by Macomb County Clerk Register of Deeds Carmella Sabaugh on April 22, 2016] Dear Friend: Today, I have formally withdrawn my candidacy for re-election to the office of Macomb County Clerk / Register of Deeds. I will honor my oath of office…
Throughout my career, I’ve worked hard to help build Macomb’s future. Together with others, I helped bring higher education opportunities to Macomb. I authored and passed Macomb County’s first Ethics Ordinance and crafted rules to help local businesses get a chance at county contracts. I’ve stood up against powerful insiders…
The history of our nation has been shaped by Americans who have sought true equality under the law and their fair shot at the American Dream. Movements to lift up women, people of color, and workers have helped write the American story. We know that while real progress has been…
“County Commissioner Fred Miller, a Mount Clemens Democrat, said the revitalization of downtown buildings would be a boost to his town, the county seat, and eliminating long-term liabilities in health care benefits would put the county on a sounder footing. “It’s the responsible thing to do. We’re stepping up to…
As I write this, I am in the Michigan state Capitol building. The building is on lock down with no one being allowed to enter. The legislative chambers are on lock down with no one able to talk with their elected representatives. At issue is the so-called right-to-work legislation which…