Constitution Party

In its own words, the Constitution Party seeks "to restore our government to its Constitutional limits and our law to its Biblical foundations."
 
 

Democratic Party

Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1792, the Democrats are considered center-left on the political spectrum.
 
 

Green Party

The Green Party of the United States focuses on the environment, social justice, diversity, peace, non-violence and citizen participation.
 
 

Independent

Independent voters are not tied to any one party. Though they may be registered with a party, they tend to vote for candidates and issues more than a particular party ideology.
 
 

Libertarian Party

Libertarians favor fewer regulations, a non-interventionist policy on markets and foreign policy and strong civil liberties.
 
 

Republican Party

Founded in Michigan in 1854, the Republicans are considered right of the political center in the US.
 
 

US Taxpayers Party

First organized in 1982, the US Taxpayers Party of Michigan has a rich history of leadership with character, zeal and a love for their country like no other political party in the last century.
 
 
 
 

Political News


Wolf hunt referendum to go on ballot
A referendum on wolf hunting will be placed on the November 2014 ballot, but the outcome of the vote could be meaningless.
 

Sen.: No Medicaid expansion in budget
The leading Republican in the Michigan Senate says lawmakers and Republican Gov. Rick Snyder are nearing agreements on the…
 

Tougher sentences under elder abuse law
Judges in Michigan can impose tougher sentences on criminals who embezzle money from senior citizens and the mentally ill…
 

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Michigan (change)

 
Michigan is governed as a republic, with three branches of government: executive, legislative and judicial. The state also allows direct participation of the electorate by initiative, referendum, recall, and ratification.
 
Offices & Officials

Governor: Rick Snyder
Lieutenant Governor: Brian Calley
Attorney General: Bill Schuette
Secretary of State: Ruth Johnson