Michigan Democratic Party Endorsement Convention
Coverage of Michigan Democratic Party Endorsement Convention in the Nexus archive.
- Alaska man charged with threatening, stalking Dearborn mayor
James Lawhorn, a resident of Wasilla, Alaska, was charged with seven counts of making threats in interstate commerce and one count of stalking. The alleged threats, which were racist, anti-Muslim, and anti-LGBTQ+ language, targeted Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud. A leading Islamic advocacy organization welcomed the charges, urging authorities to ensure that anyone responsible for making credible threats is held accountable.
- Spurned by Dem convention voters, former AG candidate Karen McDonald launches ‘common sense” PAC
Karen McDonald, Oakland County Prosecutor and former attorney general candidate, launched the Common Sense Coalition PAC to support candidates who prioritize reason and integrity over party politics. The PAC follows her frustration with the Michigan Democratic Party Endorsement Convention, where she observed conflicts over Israel and concerns about dissent being silenced.