Abdul El-Sayed, the former Michigan gubernatorial candidate who was a favorite among progressive Democrats, was among 18 protesters who were sentenced this morning for their role in a protest over Michigan’s minimum wage.
The state police boss is hanging onto her job – for now – after an insult-laced tirade against predominately black NFL players kneeling during the national anthem.
Numerous biker groups, white supremacists and militia members came to Detroit ready for war – all thanks to alt-right propaganda.
Hundreds of protesters are expected to gather outside of the new tax-funded Little Caesars Arena this evening to rally against the kickoff of a six-concert Kid Rock blitz, but they will have company.
The state trooper who used the Taser was suspended for violating protocol.
Many Detroiters are incensed that Kid Rock will kick off a six-show run to officially open the tax-subsidized arena.
The petition also calls for the end of Christopher Columbus Day in Detroit.
Rally organizers: “We must show that white supremacy will not stand in Detroit or anywhere.”
Some white nationalists, chanting “blood and soil,” carried shields emblazoned with the Red Wings logo during a large rally in Virginia.
There will be marching, live music and a light demonstration in Ferndale this evening (Sunday) to protest Trump’s assault on the LGBTQ community.