news

Here is an update for April 16, 2020. Thought of the day: Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain. Lots of calls and Zoom meetings. Starting at 7am and ending late into the night. Last night I hosted my weekly town hall. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined us and so did Susan Ringler-Cerniglia, Communications and… Read more »

Here is an update for April 15, 2020 Thought of the day: Put a smile on your face, laugh a little. We are going to get through this.  Join me tonight at 5:30pm for a telephone town hall. Our guests this week are health experts and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, who has been working hard against price-gouging and other important consumer protections. It is important… Read more »

Here is an update for April 14, 2020.  Thought of the day: When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure. My next telephone town hall will be tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15 at 5:30pm. Our guests this week will be Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General and Beaumont COO… Read more »

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, many veterans have been asking questions about what the VA and its medical facilities are doing to protect and care for veterans during this outbreak. Below please find a link to resources that can answer any questions you may have. During this time of crisis, those who served our country must be taken care of.  • Department of VA… Read more »

Here is an update for April 13, 2020. Thought of the day: Keep a routine. Exercise daily, clean your home, talk to friends and stay normal. It’s what’s getting me through this.  Learning that POTUS retweeted a tweet that said “fire Fauci” put me in a not good mood this morning. I will do everything I can today calling colleagues and organizing to keep that from happening.… Read more »

Here is an update for April 12, 2020 Thought of the day: Happy Easter. May we all find peace today. Take time to call family and friends, tell them how much they mean to you. Remember, you’re not alone.  It’s the holiday weekend, but work hasn’t stopped for me. People still need relief. The statistics must be paid attention to in Michigan. Michigan remains one of the top… Read more »

Here is an update for April 11, 2020.   Thought of the day: Still haven't decided where to go for Easter … the Living Room or the Bedroom… Governor Whitmer has lowered the flags to honor lives lost due to COVID-19. We have lost over 1200 Michiganders. Almost all of us know at least one person affected, and I have lost many close, trusted friends. Lowering the flags honors those… Read more »

Here is an update for April 10, 2020.   Thought of the day: You know it’s a rough day when chocolate chip Haagen-Dazs is your breakfast at 10:00 am.   On a check in call yesterday there was an update from USPS and mail delivery. USPS in Michigan’s Detroit district office made the tough decision to focus on first… Read more »

Here is an update for April 9, 2020.   Thought of the day: John Dingell loved Winston Churchill. Today’s quote is in honor of both of them —  “If you're going through hell, keep going.”    Last night I hosted my fifth town hall. It’s been busy times. Many themes and many different questions, but the main focus was education. People want to know what we’re… Read more »

Here is an update for April 8, 2020.   Thought of the day: "Crisis forces commonality of purpose on one another." Michelle Dean Tonight, we will host our weekly town hall at 5:30 p.m. Joining me tonight will be David Hecker, President of AFT of Michigan; Paula Herbart, President of Michigan Education Association and a teacher; as well as Dr. Preeti… Read more »