Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer sworn in for second term in Lansing
LANSING — Heading into a new year with a Democratic majority Legislature in her corner, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pledged Sunday to commit her second term to “fundamental issues” impacting Michigan residents’ lives.
“In November, Michiganders spoke with a clear voice,” Whitmer said during her inauguration ceremony outside the state Capitol building in Lansing.
“They expect us to embody the values they live up to every day — grit and grace. They deserve practical problem solvers who get things done.”
Among her priorities: reducing tax burdens on seniors, boosting investment in education, growing the economy and improving working conditions, tackling climate change, reducing gun violence and repealing anti-abortion and anti-LGBTQ laws.
Whitmer’s first four years in office were checkered by clashes with Republicans who controlled the Legislature. Many of her policy priorities were dismissed outright, while others resulted in stalemates with Republicans, who accused her administration of being uncooperative.
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