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Gretchen Whitmer

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Gretchen Esther Whitmer is an American politician serving as the 49th governor of Michigan since January 1, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the Michigan State Senate from 2006 to 2015 and in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2001 to 2006. Whitmer has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure during her tenure as governor, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan cooperation in addressing the needs of Michiganders.

Quotes by year · 20202026274 total · peak 2020 (105)
2020: 105 quotes2021: 22 quotes2022: 18 quotes2023: 1 quote2024: 27 quotes2025: 28 quotes2026: 73 quotes

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  1. Today, a group of agitators is traveling to Dearborn for the sole purpose of intimidating that community and provoking a reaction.22 sources2026commondreams.org
  2. Their hate has no place in Michigan.17 sources2026commondreams.org
  3. My top priority is keeping Michiganders safe.11 sources2026commondreams.org
  4. We stand united against hate in all its forms.4 sources2026commondreams.org
  5. Their plan emboldens and contributes to dangerous behavior, and I am asking every person of goodwill to denounce it.2 sources2026commondreams.org
  6. I’ve been in contact with Mayor Hammoud, and I echo Chief Shahin and local officials: Do not confront or engage with demonstrators. Together, we stand united against hate in all its forms.2 sources2026commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

I have been in contact with Mayor Hammoud, and I echo Chief Shahin and local officials: Do not confront or engage with demonstrators.

commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

Their plan emboldens and contributes to dangerous behavior, and I am asking every person of goodwill to denounce it.

commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

Do not confront or engage with demonstrators. Together, we stand united against hate in all its forms.

commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

I am asking every person of goodwill to denounce it. Their hate has no place in Michigan.

commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

I’ve been in contact with Mayor Hammoud, and I echo Chief Shahin and local officials: Do not confront or engage with demonstrators. Together, we stand united against hate in all its forms.

commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

Today, a group of agitators is traveling to Dearborn for the sole purpose of intimidating that community and provoking a reaction.

commondreams.org
Aug 19, 2026

I echo Chief Shahin and local officials: Do not confront or engage with demonstrators. Together, we stand united against hate in all its forms.

commondreams.org
Aug 16, 2026

We just have to believe in each other, and believe in Michigan.

michigan.gov
Aug 16, 2026

This November, we get to show who we are and what kind of politics we think we deserve.

kentuckylantern.com
Aug 10, 2026

I'm focused on creating a brighter future for all of us.

michigan.gov
Aug 6, 2026

most party leaders—from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan to Senator Chuck Schumer of New York to former Vice President Kamala Harris—quickly embraced Dr. El-Sayed's Senate candidacy, given the stakes of the Michigan seat at the play.

reason.com
Aug 6, 2026

We've heard stories from across our great state and as your Governor, I continue to be inspired and motivated to serve all Michiganders.

michigan.gov
Aug 6, 2026

Together, let’s stop MAGA Republicans so we can get to work and deliver results for the people of Michigan.

foxnews.com
Aug 6, 2026

Congratulations to Jocelyn Benson, Abdul El-Sayed, and every Democrat who won up and down the ballot in this primary. They’ve got my support as we fight like hell together to win in November.

foxnews.com
Aug 5, 2026

He likes to talk tough in 30-second commercials, but when he gets to Washington, he turns out to be just like every other Republican in D.C. with no backbone.

michiganadvance.com
Aug 5, 2026

We solved problems, and we always, always put Michigan first. Michigan’s next governor needs to build on this progress.

michiganadvance.com
Aug 3, 2026

We all want the same things: a good-paying job, great schools, safe communities.

michigan.gov
Aug 1, 2026

I will work with anyone, for everyone.

michigan.gov
Aug 1, 2026

Together, we will put Michigan first and get it done.

michigan.gov
Aug 1, 2026

As your Governor, I continue to be inspired and motivated to serve all Michiganders.

michigan.gov

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