Our News Desk shares Mason County Democratic Party news and opinion pieces by our members
Mason County Dems Work Adopt-a-Highway Spring Clean Up
Blue skies, sunshine and warm weather were with a group of volunteers from the Mason County Democratic Party for its Adopt-a-Highway (AAH) Spring Clean Up, Saturday afternoon, April 12.
Paul Spaniola led a crew of 15 who worked their way along busy Ludington Avenue, from Rotary Park to Jebavy Road, picking up trash.
As our youngest volunteer said of the experience: “It’s my job. I live here. I want it to be nice!”
It’s straight forward. We’re all responsible to keep the place we live clean. Why not keep a trash bag in the car, take one on walks, and adopt a road and pick up trash when we see it. Be mindful not to litter and call out those who do. This is what we can do to nurture the planet for future generations.
Since 1990, Adopt-a-Highway local groups have collected over a million bags of trash. Currently 2,900 groups are participating in the program and have adopted over 6,000 miles of Michigan highways. The Mason County Dems supports this program and encourages others to do the same.
DEFUNDING THE FEDERAL GOV'T WONT IMPROVE AMERICANS LIVES, LDN Opinion Piece 3/27/25
Rally for Ukraine, LDN 3/26/25
THE ABUSE OF POWER, LDN Opinion Piece 3/21/25
Truth in Politics, Opinion
In the March 14th Opinion Section of the Ludington Daily News there were several letters to the editor. One questioned the motives and conduct of the current administration — from indiscriminate tariffs to wanting to own Greenland and blaming Ukraine for Russian'a agression. Another called on the MI State House Republicans to do their job and stop holding bills that passed last term and get them to the Governor to sign.
The Philosopher Within, Opinion
A March 12th letter to the editor of the Ludington Daily News discusses some of the things each of us can do to make a difference with an administration making changes at breakneck speed, and with no transparency, putting people and communities in danger.
Cost Cuts to Lamprey Program Unacceptable, Opinion
In the Ludington Daily News Opinion Section on March 11th a letter to the editor encourages people to contact Congressman John Moolenaar to see that the personnel and funding related to sea lamprey management in Michigan be restored. A second letter shared disdain for the current POTUS.
Are These Our Priorities, Opinion
In the March 7th Opinion Section of the Ludington Daily News a letter to the editor lays out what the current administration is doing, and believes these executive orders are not priorities for Michiganders or Americans. Another letters thanks Senator Elissa Slotkin for her response to the President's address to Congress March 4.
A Conversation with Curtis Hertel, Newly Elected Chair of MI Dems
The Mason County Dems, at its March 6th meeting at Safe Harbor Credit Union, Community Room, was thrilled to hear from Curtis Hertel, new Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party.
My Two Cents About Our Congressman, Opinion
A March 6th letter to the editor of the Ludington Daily News asks Congressman John Moolenaar who he works for; to hold Musk and his efficiency team accountable; and to do his duty of oversight.
How About these Cuts to the Federal Budget, Opinion
In the March 4th edition of the Ludington Daily News a letter to the editor offers alternative ideas of what the current administration should be cutting in the federal budget, with a second letter praising Senator Elissa Slotkin's response to Trump's address to Congress March 4.
Chief Justice Roberts, What Will Yopu Do, Opinion
In the Feb. 28th Opinion Section of the Ludington Daily News a letter to the editor asks what would Chief Justice John Roberts do in the Constitutional Crisis that would result when the current Justice Department ignores a ruling and what citizens should do to preserve their liberties when the DOJ balks.
Open Letter to Congressman John Moolenaar, Opinion
In the Feb. 27 Opinion Section of the Ludington Daily News an open letter to Congressman John Moolenaar asked the legislator to stop Trump's chaos campaign and attempts to crumble the Constitution.
PRESIDENTS DAY RALLY
The Mason County Dems took to the streets on Presidents Day, Feb. 17, in front of the Mason County Courthouse, joining the peaceful protest nationwide that day opposing the Trump Administration’s Consolidation of executive power. About 35 hardy Michiganders wanted to remind their community that we live in a democracy, not an oligarchy or dictatorship. A photo was published in the Ludington Daily News Feb. 27, 2025.
Gauging the President's Weaknesses, Opinion
In a letter to the editor of the Ludington Daily News Feb. 26 the question is posed that the chaos Trump is creating is the point, serving his purpose of tearing down the administrative state. Another letter calls out the lack of condemnation for Russia shameful.
Remember the Constitution, Time to Uphold the Oath, Opinion
In the Feb. 25 Ludington Daily News Opinion Section a letter to the editor shares one sent to Congressman Johgn Moolenaar to do his job for the people, with outrage that Elon Musk, who was not elected, is calling the shots with no transparency or accountability.
A Resolution: To the Annual Convention of the Democratic Party of Mason County
A Resolution to present our concerns regarding President Donald J. Trump’s actions to abrogate the powers granted to the United States Congress, Judiciary, and the People by the Constitution.
Whereas President Donald J. Trump has usurped the powers of Congress and the People to consolidate such powers in his own hands...
Judgement of Nations, Opinion
In a Feb. 13, 2025 Letter to the Editor in the Ludington Daily News, perspectives are shared regarding the Trump administrations shutdown of USAID and its policy of mass deportation and all the people who are and will be negatively impacted by these actions.
DNC Statement on Black History Month
In observance of the start of Black History Month, outgoing DNC Chair Jaime Harrison and DNC Black Caucus Chair Virgie M. Rollins released a joint statement including, “While we have certainly achieved a lot, we can’t ignore this Black History Month comes against the backdrop of Donald Trump and extreme Republicans’ efforts to stifle our progress and undo the victories of Black Americans. MAGA Republicans are pushing a backward agenda that will widen racial disparities, hurt Black Americans’ pocketbooks, and gut lifeline support programs that significantly help Black Americans, all while chipping away at our constitutional rights and freedoms..."
DNC Members Elect New Slate of Officers
On February 1, Democratic National Committee members voted to elect a new slate of DNC Officers including positions for Chair, Vice Chair of Civic Engagement and Voter Participation, three Vice Chairs, Secretary, Treasurer, and National Finance Chair.
Statue of Liberty's ideals mean anything anymore?
This Letter to the Editor published Jan. 28, 2025 in the Ludington Daily News asks what has happened to the ideals symbolized in the Statue of Liberty: "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to be free..." as we watch the current administration implement mass deportation.
Marking Holocaust Memorial Day, an Opportunity to Act for a Better Future
Jan. 27, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, recognized internationally as Holocaust Remembrance Day. A statement from the Mason County MI Democratic Party Chair reminds us that Holocaust distortion, denial and trivialization — all forms of antisemitism — are on the rise and must be called out when seen and heard. Moreover, it is imperative we carry on the stories of the survivors for future generations to know.
Opinions Differ, Especially on Social Media, Opinion
In a Jan. 24, 2025 Letter to the Editor in the Ludington Daily News, perspectives shared regarding dialogue on social media, with a plea for civility; respect of differing opinions, backgrounds, religions; and ending misinformation and "alternative facts."
Statement from Chair Liz Kannon
In a flurry of executive orders, President Trump attempted to invalidate the identities of transgender and non-binary individuals, asserting the government will only recognize two fixed sexes, and implementing sweeping policy changes that demean and endanger these communities.
To our transgender and non-binary community members, we unequivocally affirm no executive order can dictate your identity. The Mason County MI Democratic Party stands in solidarity, advocating for your right to live openly and authentically, free from discrimination. As the relentless march of progress toward justice continues, we remain resolute in our pursuit of the rights of all Mason County residents.
Farewell to Joe Biden, Opinion
Letter to the editor in the Ludington Daily News Jan. 17 thanks President Joe Biden for his 50 years of service to the American people. It also expresses concern for the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza, frustration with the Biden administration, and fear of the incoming administration for the U.S. to supply weapons to Israel used to kill innocent Palestinians, and hope the current ceasefire is approved.
Praise for a Federal Worker, Opinion Piece
This Letter to the Editor published Jan. 16 in the Ludington Daily News shares sentiments conveyed to Congressman John Moolenar, Senator Gary Peters and Senator Elissa Slotkin in praise of the hard working, competent, courteous, efficient, and helpful government employees at all levels who make our daily lives, safety and country work as smoothly as they do.
Mason County MI Democratic Party To Mark MLK Day with Service & Reflection
Mason County MI Democratic Party will collect items for Ludington Cares Boxes, while sharing MLK poster art, readings & song in front of Ludington Library, 2-4pm, Jan. 20, 2025.
Marking Jan. 6th As Election Denial Morphs On, Member Opinion Piece
On Jan. 6, 2025, Congress convened in a joint session to certify the results of the 2024 presidential election. It took all of 36 minutes for Vice President Kamala Harris to preside over the peaceful transfer of power, a stark contrast from four years ago. But just like that, the rigged ballots Donald Trump was preparing his faithful for if he lost, vanished with his win. Yet the election denial movement he spawned morphs on.
Mason County Democratic Party Statement on Passing of President Jimmy Carter
The newly elected Chair of the Mason County Democratic Party, Liz Kannon, expressed her condolences on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, Oct. 1, 1924 - Dec. 29, 2024.
