Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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April 28, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 28, 2019
Gov. Whitmer Statement on Passing of Federal Judge Damon Keith
Today Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the following statement on the death of Federal Judge Damon Keith: LANSING, Mich. --
“Judge Damon Keith was a civil rights icon. In his decades of public service, he stood up for what was right, even if it meant facing attacks and threats from others. Because of his strength, his determination, and his commitment to ending racism in our country, Michigan is grateful and better for it. We should honor Judge Keith’s legacy by working together to build a Michigan where everybody, no matter who they are or where they come from, can get ahead.”
U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and on all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff on the day of Judge Keith’s interment.Governor Whitmer plans to order all
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