Michigan Democrats make historic picks to lead Legislature
2 years, 1 month ago

Michigan Democrats make historic picks to lead Legislature

Associated Press  

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Democrats ushered in a new era of legislative leadership Thursday by selecting Winnie Brinks as the Senate’s first female majority leader and Joe Tate as the first Black House speaker, after midterm victories that will give the party full control at the state Capitol for the first time since 1983. But I think this is just as historic for myself and the Senate majority leader,” Tate, of Detroit, told reporters Thursday after he was chosen as the first Black legislative leader in state history. ”We’re going to talk to the House, we’re going to talk to the governor’s office and we’re going to put together a list of things that puts the people of Michigan first.” Tate listed education, infrastructure, worker’s rights and reducing healthcare costs as the state House’s priorities. In a statement, current Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey said that while Tuesday’s results were not what Republicans had hoped for, they would do their part to ensure “for a smooth transition.” Senate Republicans on Thursday selected Sen. Aric Nesbitt of Lawton to be their next leader and Rep. Matt Hall, of Comstock Township, was chosen to lead House Republicans.

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