Head to Michigan to visit historic Motown, the beaches along the Great Lakes, and natural treasures like the Sylvania Wilderness.
Download the packet below to find out exactly how to register voters in Michigan to put the brakes on Bush.
Packets from 2004 are now outdated and are no longer available. There are currently no plans to update these here for 2006, but that's not final. Please check in on the Democracy For America website for opportunities to get involved with promising candidates in 2006.
Packet Contents:
Local organizations you can work with to register voters (see summary on the right)
Do-it-yourself voter registration instructions
National Voter Registration Application
Voter information flyer
Frequently asked questions
Michigan Election Facts:
Michigan has 17 electoral votes
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 4, 2004
2000 Michigan Election Results:
51% Democrat (2,170,418 votes)
46% Republican (1,953,139 votes)
2% Green (84,165 votes)
The Wolverine State? Some people believe that Ohioans gave Michigan the nickname "The Wolverine State" during a border dispute because Michiganians (yes, that's the word) were described to be as vicious and bloodthirsty as wolverines. We hear they're especially friendly to people registering voters, though.
You'll have an unforgettable experience while doing your part to make our country a better place. Help America change gears!
Visit another swing state:
Join a Trip
Browse the ride board for trips to Michigan. Email a trip leader if you find one you'd like to join.
Local Organizations
You Can Work With:
ACORN
polnat5@acorn.org
313-963-6954
Person-on-the-street, public spaces, door-to-door, and event-based registration Michigan State AFL-CIO
dcadreau@miaflcio.org
517-487-5966
Community based work with their members across the state.
