The rise in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation across the country has led to a greater conversation about how lawmakers can protect the rights of LGBTQ+ community members in their states. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan took such a step at the 2023 Motor City Pride in Detroit by signing an executive order establishing Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Commission. In […]

For the members of the Congregation Shaarey Zedek Synagogue in East Lansing, Michigan, early intervention by law enforcement brought a wave of relief and comfort when they arrested 19-year-old Seann Pietela. Following his alleged plans to commit violent acts rooted in neo-Nazi ideology, antisemitism, and a desire to glorify and mimic past mass shooting events, […]

As we honor Juneteenth, the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States after the Civil War, we are reminded of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our nation. Juneteenth symbolizes liberation, resilience, and the enduring quest for freedom for all. It is essential to explore the significance of this day […]