Welcome to DU!
The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards.
Join the community:
Create a free account
Support DU (and get rid of ads!):
Become a Star Member
Latest Breaking News
General Discussion
The DU Lounge
All Forums
Issue Forums
Culture Forums
Alliance Forums
Region Forums
Support Forums
Help & Search
Michigan's war on Democracy meets resistance- Rachel
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26315908/#46934212http://www.mlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2012/04/judge_sides_with_michigan_hous.html
<snip>
A judge has granted a preliminary order favoring Democrats in the Michigan House, locked in a procedural fight with Republicans who hold the chamber's majority.
Ingham County Circuit Judge Clinton Canady III issued an order Monday aimed at ensuring Republicans follow certain procedures when granting what is called "immediate effect" to bills approved by lawmakers.
That status determines how quickly a new law kicks in once signed by the governor.
Republicans say the ruling is an overreach and say they'll request an appeal.
The case could affect how quickly two laws signed by Gov. Rick Snyder take effect.
