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Detroit council backs resolution opposing documentary proof-of-citizenship ballot proposal after broad public comment
Summary
Council approved a resolution supporting local democracy and opposing a state ballot proposal that would require documentary proof of citizenship to register; advocates and civic groups urged the council to act while some residents opposed sanctuary-city proposals during public comment.
Detroit City Council approved a resolution on Feb. 17 supporting local democracy and urging opposition to a proposed statewide "documentary proof of citizenship" mandate that would require originals like passports or birth certificates for voter registration.
Ben Gardner, Michigan senior campaigns manager for All Voting is Local Action, told the Council his coalition represents more than 30 organizations and described the…
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