Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer outlined the Democratic party's plans for the remainder of the year, which include funding paid family and medical leave, mandating a 100 percent clean energy standard, and codifying protections ensured by the Affordable Care Act. Whitmer highlighted these policy priorities during a speech in Lansing, emphasizing the health of the people, the planet, the economy, and democracy. With control of the state House, state Senate, and the governor's office, Michigan Democrats are aiming to pass ambitious legislation and take advantage of their full-time legislative session.

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