Tipping the Scale
Game Changers Dispatch
April 15, 2026Where the Real Power Lies
While national headlines often focus on figures like Donald Trump, real democratic power sits closer to home. State legislatures—not the White House—shape election laws, voting access, and the rules that govern daily life. That’s why Michigan’s 2026 midterms are so critical…and why Michigan is the focus of our Game Changers in 2026.
Michigan: A Defining Battleground
Michigan is one of the nation’s most competitive and consequential states. Rapid shifts in legislative control show how much is at stake.
2022: A Historic Shift
Democrats won a governing trifecta for the first time in 14 years, enabling progress such as:
• A clean energy climate action package
• Strengthening gun safety laws
• Repealing antiworker legislation
2024: Control Reverses
Republicans regained the House, advancing a conservative agenda under Speaker Matt Hall:
• Restricting union power
• Rolling back wage and sick leave policies
• Opposing gun reform
2026: A Critical Opportunity
This election offers a chance to restore a Democratic trifecta. It begins with a pivotal May 5 State Senate special election that will determine control during the budget cycle and build momentum for November.
On the Ground in Michigan
This month, leaders from the Game Changers Giving Circle will visit Detroit to meet advocates, donors, and community members to:
• Educate more Michiganders about The States Project
• Strengthen grassroots partnerships
• Inform strategic investments that can help us win in 2026
Investing Where It Matters Most
Our Giving Circle is focused on one clear goal: winning state legislative races that determine governing power. The States Project brings data-driven precision to this work—identifying the most competitive districts and the candidates best positioned to:
• Protect the one-seat Democratic Senate majority
• Flip four House seats from Republican to Democrat
What Your Contributions Directly Fund
• Field operations and canvassing
• Targeted advertising and communications
• Voter outreach, mail, and digital engagement
• Research, polling, and strategic analysis
This is how elections are won—and lasting change is secured.
Join Us
We invite you to be part of this effort. Together, we can build power where it matters most.
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