DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNSgov) -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2022: The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan (ACLU) celebrates the passage of Proposal 3, a historic victory that makes Michigan the first state in the nation to pass an affirmative citizen-led constitutional amendment that guarantees the right to abortion. Today's triumph is the result of years of strategic vision and planning, coalition building, fundrai more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNSgov) -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2022: The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan (ACLU) celebrates the passage of Proposal 2, Promote the Vote 2022. The constitutional amendment expands voting rights statewide and ensures Michigan's election system remains safe, accessible, and secure. Today's victory builds on the work the ACLU of Michigan successfully led in 2018, when voters overwhelmingly more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Carol Rose, executive director of the ACLU of Massachusetts, today released the following statement in response to the Massachusetts general election. "Unpacking the full results of yesterday's midterm elections will take time but one thing is clear: The vast majority of people in this country want to protect abortion access. Voters in Michigan, more PR

NEW YORK, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Below is a statement from Anthony D. Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union, on the results so far of the 2022 midterm elections. "Last night represents a historic victory for reproductive freedom. Voters in Mic more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 11 (TNSres) -- AmericanHort issued the following news release: * * * Survey results confirm growers are facing significant labor constraints and current policies need reform. * * * Workforce development and labor availability is one of the most critical issues AmericanHort's advocacy team works to address to better meet the needs of the green industry. The 2022 Greenhouse and Nursery Labor Employment Survey was conducted in collaboration between AmericanHort, the leading more PR

GLOUCESTER, Massachusetts, Nov. 12 -- The American Hockey Coaches Association following news release: The American Hockey Coaches Association has extended its agreement with Joe Bertagna, AHCA Executive Director since the position was created in 1991. Bertagna will serve in his current position through June of 2024 before assuming the title of Media Relations Director in 2024-25. A search for a new Executive Director for the 2024-25 season will begin during 2023. "Joe is a great ambassador for more PR

FLINT, Michigan, Nov. 9 (TNSgov) -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: Five groups serving the Flint community submitted a brief before the Genesee County Circuit Court as they appeal a decision by Michigan's environmental agency to allow the Ajax corporation to install a toxic asphalt plant in a predominantly Black, low-income, and environmentally overburdened neighborhood. The court will also get briefed by Ajax and will decide whether to hear oral arguments. Represented by Eart more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (TNStalk) -- EMILY's List issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Today EMILY's List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, celebrates flipping the Michigan Legislature, securing a pro-choice majority and Democratic trifecta in the state for the first time in nearly 40 years, and electing 31 women to the state legislature. EMILY's List President Laphonza Butler released the following statement. "Michiganders have made their voices heard by shut more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (TNStalk) -- EMILY's List issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Today EMILY's List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, congratulates 31 women on their election to the Michigan Legislature. EMILY's List President Laphonza Butler released the following statement. "EMILY's List celebrates the election of 31 pro-choice champions to the Michigan Legislature, knowing that they are fighting on the frontlines for preserving abortion access in the  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (TNStalk) -- EMILY's List issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Today EMILY's List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, congratulates Elissa Slotkin on her reelection to Michigan's 7th Congressional District. EMILY's List President Laphonza Butler released the following statement. "EMILY's List is proud to congratulate Rep. Elissa Slotkin on her hard-won victory in Michigan's 7th Congressional District. "Slotkin's dedication to this countr more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (TNStalk) -- EMILY's List issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Today EMILY's List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, congratulates Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on her reelection as governor of Michigan. EMILY's List President Laphonza Butler released the following statement. "There is no one more qualified than Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to lead the state of Michigan through these challenging times. Gov. Whitmer has persevered through hardship to pr more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (TNStalk) -- EMILY's List issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Today EMILY's List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, congratulates Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel on her reelection. EMILY's List President Laphonza Butler released the following statement. "EMILY's List celebrates Attorney General Dana Nessel's reelection as a victory for every Michigander. Amid efforts to drag Michigan back to a 1931 abortion ban, Attorney General N more PR

NEW YORK, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022, by President Fred Krupp: * * * "The U.S. midterm elections are still very much in the balance. While we don't know all the results yet, and may not know for days, it's clear that climate action allowed candidates to show that Congress can make progress on important issues. "From New Hampshire to Michigan to Colorado, voters showed up for climate champions, returning many of them to of more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * LGBTQ Victory Fund candidate Dana Nessel won the election for Michigan Attorney General. With this win, she will remain the first and only out LGBTQ person elected statewide in Michigan, a title she has held since her historic victory in 2018 when she was first elected Attorney General. A record number of LGBTQ people ran for statewide office this year. * * * Mayor Annise P more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund issued the following statement on Nov. 8, 2022: * * * Tonight LGBTQ Victory Fund candidate Jason Hoskins won the election for Michigan's 18th state House District. With this victory, he is now the first out LGBTQ person of color ever elected to the Michigan state legislature. * * * Mayor Annise Parker, President & CEO of LGBTQ Victory Fund, issued the following statement: "From his advocacy at the ACLU to his work in the Mich more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- Health Care for America Now issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * In response to voters affirming abortion rights via ballot measures in Vermont, California, Kentucky, Michigan and Montana, Health Care for America Now Executive Director Margarida Jorge released the following statement. Around the country, voters sent a clear message that extremist politicians should not interfere with anyone's freedom to make their own health care decisions. Th more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Human Rights Campaign issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) -- the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization -- celebrated the newly elected pro-equality majority in the Michigan state legislature. The change in control of the Michigan Senate and House follows the efforts of Hate Won't Win, Michigan's statewide coalition of LGBTQ+ organizations an more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Human Rights Campaign issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) - America's largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for LGBTQ+ people - commends Michigan voters for passing Proposals 2 and 3, which enshrine multiple voting rights and the right to abortion, respectively. * * * Human Rights Campaign Michigan State Director Amritha Venkataraman released the following statement: "Here a more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Human Rights Campaign issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) -- the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization -- hailed the victory of HRC-endorsed Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist in their bid for reelection. The victory of Whitmer and Gilchrist follows the efforts of Hate Won't Win, Michigan's statewide coalition of LGBTQ+ orga more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 10 (TNSres) -- The International Sleep Products Association issued the following news: ISPA's Statistics Committee has released the 2022 fall forecast for the U.S. mattress market, which covers the calendar years 2022 through 2024. Based in part on an economic analysis prepared by the University of Michigan and input from the ISPA Statistics Committee, the consensus view is that the wholesale value of the Total U.S. Mattress Market (U.S.-Produced & Imports) will decr more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNSgov) -- The Institute for Women's Policy Research issued the following news release: In states across the country, election results show the economy and access to the full range of reproductive health care services, including abortion, was top of mind for women and voters as they headed to the polls on election day. The most recent Supreme Court Ruling, overturning Roe v. Wade, seemed to be a motivating factor for women voters, with five states--Kentucky, Vermont, Michi more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (TNSgov) -- The League of Conservation Voters issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2022: The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) congratulates Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), Dan Kildee (MI-08), Haley Stevens (MI-11), and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) and House candidates Hillary Scholten (MI-03) and Shri Thanedar (MI-13) on their wins in Michigan. "Last night, voters across Michigan overwhelmingly voted to reaffirm their fundamental rights a more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * A majority of Michigan voters approved the "Reproductive Freedom for All" ballot initiative, which will enshrine reproductive freedom in the state's constitution, including the right to abortion. * * * In response to this victory, NARAL Pro-Choice America President Mini Timmaraju released the following statement: "Congratulations to all the activists, allies, and organizati more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Michigan voters flipped the state legislature from red to blue, marking a huge win for reproductive freedom in Michigan. Anti-choice legislators in the Michigan legislature have been intent on restricting reproductive freedom and limiting access to abortion. * * * In response to this victory, NARAL Pro-Choice America President Mini Timmaraju released the following statement: more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Voters reelected NARAL-endorsed reproductive freedom champion Dana Nessel to the office of Michigan Attorney General. Attorney GeneralNessel's victory over anti-choice Republican Matthew DePerno marks a huge win for reproductive freedom in a state where Attorney General Nessel has served as a crucial backstop against attacks on abortion rights and access. * * * In response t more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Yesterday, Michigan voters reelected NARAL-endorsed champion Governor Gretchen Whitmer as governor of Michigan. Whitmer's victory over anti-choice Republican Tudor Dixon marks a huge win for reproductive freedom in a state where the governor has served as a crucial backstop against attacks on abortion rights and access. * * * NARAL Pro-Choice America President Mini Timmaraju more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Yesterday, Michigan voters elected NARAL-endorsed candidate Hillary Scholten to represent Michigan's 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Scholten's victory over anti-choice, anti-freedom Republican John Gibbs marks a huge win for reproductive freedom, flipping this competitive district to blue for the first time since 2011. * * * In response to Scholten more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 (TNStalk) -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following statement on Nov. 11, 2022: * * * NARAL Pro-Choice America released new post-election polling, conducted by Impact Research, that affirmed the central role that abortion played in the midterm elections. This research captured insights from voters in the key battleground states Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Wisconsin, and found that abortion was at the top of people's  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The National Partnership for Women and Families issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022, by President Jocelyn C. Frye: * * * "There can be no question that abortion was on the ballot this midterm election. Last night, we witnessed major victories for women and all those who respect liberty, as voters in Michigan, California and Vermont enacted ballot measures that will enshrine the right to an abortion into their state constitutions. In Kentucky, voters  more PR

NEW YORK, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- Physicians for Reproductive Health issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Dr. Jamila Perritt, ob/gyn in Washington DC and President & CEO of Physicians for Reproductive Health, reacts to what we know so far about the results form the Midterms. Dr. Perritt reflects: "We wake up today after receiving a clear message from voters: abortion access is critical to the future of our communities. Kentucky, Michigan, Montana, Vermont, and California all vo more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 8 (TNSgov) -- Progress Michigan, an organization that says it holds public officials and government accountable and assist in the promotion of progressive ideas, issued the following news release on Nov. 7, 2022: In Wayne County Circuit Court today, Judge Timothy Kenny protected the constitutional liberties of Detroit voters ahead of the upcoming election by dismissing a lawsuit that would violate their ability to vote via absentee ballot. Progress Michigan is now callin more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- Public Citizen issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Public Citizen today is celebrating the overwhelming passage of a pro-democracy ballot measure in Michigan. Proposal 2, also known as "Promote the Vote 2022," protects Michigan voters from intimidation, makes voting more accessible, and ensures that every vote cast is counted. Robert Weissman, president of Public Citizen, released the following statement. "Democracy was on the ballot in Michi more PR

TROY, Michigan, Nov. 9 -- SAE International issued the following news: SAE Government Technologies(TM) (SAE GT) and a consortium of companies received a $4,743,827 grant from the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) to undertake a $6,316,561 project to accelerate the development of domestic manufacturing supply chains for critical minerals by engaging in parallel development with organizations across upstream and downstream segments, achieving commercial capacities in a matter  more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 10 -- The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2022: SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, has awarded $9.6 million in federal funds to seven agencies throughout the seven-county region to support carbon dioxide reduction and air quality through transit solutions. "Reducing transportation-related emissions and improving the region's air quality are key parts to SEMCOG's planning efforts. These investment more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Sierra Club issued the following statement: * * * Michiganders Tuesday re-elected Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Attorney General Dana Nessel, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and put a pro-environment majority in control of the state Legislature, with Democrats winning House and Senate majorities. * * * In response, Sierra Club's Political and Legislative team issued the following statements: "The people of Michigan have spoken loud and clear: voters supp more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- The Michigan Education Association issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * The following statement can be attributed to MEA President Paula Herbart on Tuesday's election victories by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other friends of public education. "Today is a great day for educators, students and parents across Michigan. Our fellow Michiganders turned out in huge numbers for a midterm to re-elect Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNStalk) -- Priorities USA issued the following statement on Nov. 9, 2022: * * * Guy Cecil, Chairman of Priorities USA, issued the following statement in response to Gretchen Whitmer's successful re-election in Michigan. "Priorities congratulates Governor Gretchen Whitmer on her successful re-election campaign. Governor Whitmer has consistently been a staunch defender of working-class Michiganders and their fundamental rights. "This cycle, Priorities made a $3.2 million  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 9 (TNSrpt) -- The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives issued the following news release on Nov. 8, 2022: As healthcare organizations rebound from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, greater emphasis on enhancing supply chain technology and clinical quality and safety highlight the findings from CHIME's 2022 Digital Health Most Wired survey. The National Trends Report, released today at CHIME's Fall Forum, shows how the last 3 years have been a per more PR