Rally at the Michigan Capitol - June 18, 2012

On Monday, June 18th, Michigan Senators and Representatives were joined by Tony Award winning playwright and V-Day Founder/Artistic Director Eve Ensler as well as local activists and actors for a special performance of Ensler's award winning play The Vagina Monologues on the Michigan Capitol Steps. The performance was part of an organized response to the recent banning of Michigan State Rep. Lisa Brown from publicly speaking in the House. On June 14th, Rep. Brown was banned by Majority Floor Leader Jim Stamas and House Republicans for using the word "vagina" during a debate on a bill that puts new restrictions on abortion providers. Brown, who voted against the legislation, told supporters of the bill, "I'm flattered you're all so concerned about my vagina. But no means no."

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[TheMapla]

Thanks "Cindy's Friend" Peg. I particularly like the interviews. Pam

[Anton-Scott Goustin]

Michigan is in crisis--economic crisis! The young and talented are leaving the state in droves, because they sense no future here. What does the New GOP do to lead? They waste time and money in Lansing, not just wasting resources on issues that will not bring Michigan's economy back, but repressive politics that alienate 51% of the population--females! Let's show the GOP what Michiganians think about their "leadership" (or lack thereof)! A progressive Michigan invites recovery!

[Meredith Steih]

Awesome! I'm sooooo sorry I was not there!