Economic Justice & Public Programs

Public programs like Social Security, Medicare, SNAP, and minimum wage protections are the backbone of economic stability for millions of Americans. But they’re increasingly under attack from legislative proposals designed to shrink government support and shift responsibility away from those in power. These letters help defend the economic rights of workers, seniors, and families across Michigan and the U.S.

• Protect Social Security and Medicare from Cuts

  Published: May 24, 2025

  Issue: Federal budget discussions are reopening debate about slashing Social Security and Medicare benefits.
  What’s at Risk: Seniors, disabled individuals, and working families who rely on these programs could face reduced support and delayed care.
  Action: Tell Congress to keep their hands off earned benefits and fully protect Social Security and Medicare.
  

  Who to Send This Letter To: Your U.S. Senators and U.S. House Representative

• Concerns Regarding the “One Big Beautiful Bill” and Its Impact on Public Programs

  Published: May 24, 2025

  (Big Beautiful Billshit)

  Issue: The omnibus budget bill contains hidden provisions that could threaten public programs like Medicaid, SNAP, and other safety nets.
  What’s at Risk: Millions of Americans could lose access to vital services or face new barriers to qualify.
  Action: Demand that lawmakers reject cuts buried in this bill and prioritize people, not profits.
  

  Who to Send This Letter To: Your U.S. Senators and U.S. House Representative

• Support Full Implementation of Michigan’s Minimum Wage Plan

  Published: April 26, 2025

  Issue: Legal challenges and legislative slowdowns are stalling Michigan’s voter-approved minimum wage increases.
  What’s at Risk: Workers earning low wages may continue to fall behind while inflation and living costs rise.
  Action: Urge your state legislators to uphold the will of voters and raise the minimum wage without delay.
  

  Who to Send This Letter To: Your Michigan State Representative, Michigan State Senator, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer

• Protecting Access to SNAP for Michigan Families

  Published: May 24, 2025

  Issue: Budget rollbacks and federal policy shifts threaten to reduce food assistance for families in need.
  What’s at Risk: Children, seniors, and low-income individuals may struggle to access nutritious meals.
  Action: Ask state leaders to safeguard and expand SNAP access for all Michiganders.
  

  Who to Send This Letter To: Your Michigan State Representative, Michigan State Senator, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer

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Mail These Letters To: (Ferndale, MI)

U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D – Junior Senator)
The Honorable Elissa Slotkin
825B Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510

U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D – Senior Senator)
The Honorable Gary Peters
724 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510

U.S. Representative Haley Stevens (MI-11)
The Honorable Haley Stevens
2411 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515

State Representative Helena Scott (HD-8)
The Honorable Helena Scott
Michigan House of Representatives
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514

State Senator Mallory McMorrow (SD-8)
The Honorable Mallory McMorrow
Michigan Senate
P.O. Box 30036
Lansing, MI 48909-7536

Governor Gretchen Whitmer
The Honorable Gretchen Whitmer
P.O. Box 30013
Lansing, MI 48909

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