Rallying the Troops: MEA Members Gear Up for the Final Push Towards Victory

In a strategic move to bolster their energy and determination, members of the Michigan Education Association (MEA) gathered this week for a virtual "Game On For Our Students" rally. The event was designed to inspire and motivate the troops as they enter the final five weeks leading up to the crucial November 5th election.

Energizing the Troops: MEA Members Poised for Victory

Bidding for a Cause: Silent Auction and Fundraising Efforts

The rally featured a silent auction, where participants had the opportunity to bid on various items, including Harris-Walz swag from the Democratic National Convention. The proceeds from these auctions were directed towards the MEA-PAC, a crucial fund that helps elect pro-public education candidates at all levels of government.

Inspiring Speeches and Special Guests

The event was further enlivened by the presence of special guests, including NEA President Becky Pringle, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, and Michigan Supreme Court candidates Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas. These esteemed individuals delivered impassioned speeches, rallying the MEA members and emphasizing the importance of their collective efforts in the upcoming elections.

Energizing the Membership: Giveaways and Incentives

To add to the excitement, the rally featured giveaways of signed copies of "True Gretch," the bestselling memoir by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. These small but meaningful gestures served as additional enticements, further boosting the energy and resolve of the participants.

Highlighting the Consequences: The Importance of Electing Pro-Education Candidates

MEA President and CEO Chandra Madafferi underscored the significance of the upcoming elections, emphasizing the consequences of electing pro-public education candidates. She stressed the importance of making calls, knocking on doors, sending texts, and engaging with fellow MEA members, friends, and neighbors to ensure victory.

Laying Out the Vision: Gilchrist's Roadmap for a Pro-Education Michigan

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist outlined the tangible benefits that would come with electing a pro-public education governor, House, and Senate in Michigan. These include record-breaking per-pupil funding, additional investments in school safety and student mental health, stipends for student teachers, and expanded preschool and post-secondary education opportunities.

Introducing the Supreme Court Candidates: Bolden and Thomas

Both of MEA's recommended candidates for the Michigan Supreme Court, Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas, introduced themselves to the rally participants and asked for their support. Bolden, a former state representative, highlighted the importance of filling out the non-partisan section of the ballot to ensure their victory.

Rallying the National Troops: Pringle's Call to Action

NEA President Becky Pringle, speaking from the road in Minnesota, praised the efforts of MEA members and emphasized the stark contrast between the pro-public education stances of Walz and Harris versus their opponents. She thanked the MEA members in advance for their tireless work, acknowledging their crucial role in deciding national and local elections.

Mobilizing for Victory: Volunteer Opportunities and Donation Drives

The rally concluded with a call to action, urging MEA members to visit MEAVotes.org to sign up for volunteer opportunities, access voting recommendations, and donate to the MEA-PAC. The website serves as a one-stop-shop for those looking to get involved and support the pro-public education candidates and initiatives.As the final five weeks before the November 5th election unfold, the MEA members have demonstrated their unwavering commitment to protecting their students and securing a brighter future for public education in Michigan. With the energy and resolve ignited by this rally, they are poised to make a decisive impact on the outcome of the elections, ensuring that the voice of educators and students is heard loud and clear.