For more than a hundred years, Michigan has been the heart and soul of the automotive industry, and our work ethic, ingenuity and experience are just as strong today as they were when the first cars started rolling off the line. As our economy diversifies, Senate Democrats are committed to helping the auto industry evolve with consumer needs while also utilizing those universal skills and talents to prepare our workforce for other jobs of the future. By increasing the preparation for growing and innovative industries through education and training and making Michigan workers and their families a top priority, we can realize a prosperous future NOW!

• Senate Democrats think Michigan workers should be given priority for Michigan jobs and that we should reward companies who create good jobs in Michigan.

• Senate Democrats believe everyone deserves affordable, accessible health care, and we are dedicated to finding solutions to the health care crisis.

• Senate Democrats support an energy plan that would create thousands of new jobs, help consumers with rising costs, and protect our air, land, and water by emphasizing renewable energy and increased efficiency.

• Senate Democrats understand that education is the key to the long-term success of our state, and we are fighting to make sure our children can compete successfully in a changing world: calling for smaller classrooms and real-world applicable curriculum, advocating for full day kindergarten and decreasing dropouts, and making college more affordable for everyone.

• Senate Democrats are working to help displaced workers get the education and training needed to transition into new jobs and compete in a global economy.