A Closer Look: Freedom's Defenders Endorsements for the Michigan Mid-terms

On the evening of December 11th, 2012, Governor Rick Snyder signed Right to Work legislation into law.  In Michigan.

It underscores the state's shifting political climate.  Michigan is considered a blue state, we haven't elected a Republican U.S. Senator in 20 years, and haven't voted Republican in a Presidential election since 1988.

Yet all four state-wide elected office -- Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, are held by Republicans.  Republican hold a majority in both houses of the State Legislature.  And we have a 5-2 rule of law majority on the State Supreme Court.

Not exactly what you'd expect from a "blue" state.

Not only that, but on November 4th, Republican incumbents are favored to retain all four state-wide positions, the GOP will most likely continue to hold the majorities in the state legislature, and there's a very real possibility that the 5-2 rule of law majority will turn to a 6-1 majority on the State Supreme Court.  And on top of all that, we have a decent shot at an underdog victory for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by a 36-year incumbent Democrat, Senator Carl Levin.

That brings us to... (drumroll please) ...endorsements for Michigan! 

• State Supreme Court: On the non-partisan section of your ballot, please remember to vote for Justice David Viviano, Justice Brian Zahra, and Judge James Robert Redford. All three are proven rule of law judges who understand that judges cannot create laws or "legislate from the bench."

• First off for the partisan section of the ballot, Terri Lynn Land for U.S. Senate.  Learn more and help send a conservative mom to represent Michigan in the United States Senate by getting involved at www.TerriLynnLand.com!
• Lt. Gov. Brian Calley has done an outstanding job and we fully support his re-election.
• Attorney General Bill Schuette has a proven record of standing up for the Constitution and being a voice for victims in Michigan.  Visit www.BillSchuette.com to learn more.
• Jonathan Williams is running for 1 of 2 State Board of Ed seats on the ballot this year, and will be a strong voice for parental rights and local control!  Help balance the current liberal makeup of the board by getting involved at www.ParentDrivenEducation.com.
  
• Congressman Tim Walberg is a trusted conservative representing the 7th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.  More info at www.WalbergForCongress.com.
• John Moolenaar is a conservative State Senator running for Rep. Dave Camp's seat in the 4th Congressional District.  Check out www.JohnMoolenaarForCongress.com.
• Patrick Colbeck is one of the most conservative members of the State Senate and has represented Senate District 7 well.  Visit www.FixingMichigan.com for more info.
• Sen. Joe Hune also ranks among the most conservative State Senators and has earned re-election in the 22nd District.  Visit his website at www.JoeHune.com.
• State Rep. Mike Shirkey, who helped spearhead the Right to Work laws in the State House, in running for State Senate in the 16th District. www.MikeShirkey.com
• Gary Glenn, who has been on the front lines fighting for faith, family, and freedom in Michigan, is running for State Representative in District 98. www.GaryGlenn.US
• Running for a third term in House District 57, Rep. Nancy Jenkins is a proven conservative that we are proud to endorse.  Learn more at www.NancyJenkins57.com.
• Rep. Earl Poleski has served his constituents well and is running for a third term in House District 64.  Learn more about his campaign at www.EarlPoleski.com.
• Cindy Gamrat is a conservative leader in Western Michigan and is running for State Representative to replace Rep. Bob Genetski in District 80.  www.CindyGamrat.com
  
• Todd Courser is a conservative and tea party leader across Michigan seeking to serve District 82 as their State Representative. Learn more at www.ToddCourser.com.
• Lee Chatfield is a conservative teacher running for State Representative in in 107th District.  Visit www.LeeChatfield.com to learn more.