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On November 7, Michigan voters will decide the fate of the so-called “Michigan Civil Rights Initiative” (MCRI), the anti-affirmative action ballot initiative proposing an amendment to the state constitution, sponsored by California businessman Ward Connerly. Connerly's MCRI would end equal opportunity and affirmative action initiatives in higher education, employment, and contracting in Michigan.  Recent polls show that once voters are educated about the intent and potential consequences of MCRI, they will likely oppose the constitutional amendment. Take the pledge to oppose this so-called civil rights initiative. Simply read the pledge below, fill out your information in the form on the right, and click "submit". Join voices with the countless others who have taken the pledge to protect affirmative action!

Click the "tell me more" link below to learn more about the so-called "Michigan Civil Rights Initiative" and find out why YOU should take the pledge!

Sample Letter for Campaign

Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,

We, the undersigned, pledge to oppose the so-called "Michigan Civil Rights Initiative" (MCRI). MCRI would end equal opportunity and affirmative action initiatives in higher education, employment, and contracting in Michigan.

This initiative is divisive. In 2001 the Supreme Court upheld the consideration of race as one of many factors in higher education admissions.

We pledge to support the local coalition in Michigan, One United Michigan/Michigan United (OUM/MU), with their public education campaign to educate voters on the benefits of affirmative action and equal opportunity initiatives, and the potential consequences of MCRI. In solidarity with the local coalition, we pledge to forward this e-mail to others, especially those in Michigan, so that they are also aware of the attempts to rollback affirmative action and equal opportunity initiatives in Michigan.

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Campaign Launched:
June 23, 2006