In Michigan, the economic collapse caused in good part by Wall Street greed continues to cause suffering for unemployed workers and struggling families, while the top 1% are doing better than any time in history. Our Governor and Lansing politicians just don’t seem to get it. This year, while corporations got a $1.8 billion tax cut, the rest of us were made to shoulder the burden with higher taxes, less services and now we face even more cuts. All of this was done with the promise of more jobs. We’ve seen no jobs, only more suffering: more unemployment, more poverty, and more slashing of the safety net - and now politicians in Lansing and Washington are talking about more tax giveaways to the top 1% and cuts to our Social Security and Medicare. People in Michigan are rising up to say stop. We are rising up because we have a voice. We realize there is more that unites us than divides us. These are hard times. Anger, sadness, fear, hope - all that emotion and energy - let’s work together and channel it into action. These are our stories. WE ARE MICHIGAN’S 99%.

18th November 2011

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I am 26 years old.  I am from Detroit, MI I am here because I am jobless, homeless, and soon to be hopeless.

I am 26 years old.  I am from Detroit, MI I am here because I am jobless, homeless, and soon to be hopeless.

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7th November 2011

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I bought into the “American Dream”… Now I realize I cannot afford the DEBT!

I bought into the “American Dream”… Now I realize I cannot afford the DEBT!

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3rd November 2011

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My name is Albert I’m 45 years old.  I am a college student but, this economy forces me to be homeless & unable to attend my classes.  I’m from Detroit. #mi99percent

My name is Albert I’m 45 years old.  I am a college student but, this economy forces me to be homeless & unable to attend my classes.  I’m from Detroit. #mi99percent

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2nd November 2011

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30 years old.  Detroit, MI.  I am a public school teacher.  I go to work Everyday to educate the youth of America I am… 1 cut back 1 lay off 1 paycheck away from Standing in the chow line.

30 years old.  Detroit, MI.  I am a public school teacher.  I go to work Everyday to educate the youth of America I am…

1 cut back

1 lay off

1 paycheck away from

Standing in the chow line.

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2nd November 2011

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I am Tamone.  I am 17 years old from Detroit, MI I am here because I value my education.

I am Tamone.  I am 17 years old from Detroit, MI I am here because I value my education.

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1st November 2011

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I am 37 years old.  I live in Detroit, MI! I am a Communication Worker of America Union worker for 10 yrs.  My corporation is making record profits…our CEO is making more than ever…but…my job may be moving to a cheaper work environment & I have to pay more for healthcare than ever…Why? So my CEO can buy more houses?

I am 37 years old.  I live in Detroit, MI! I am a Communication Worker of America Union worker for 10 yrs.  My corporation is making record profits…our CEO is making more than ever…but…my job may be moving to a cheaper work environment & I have to pay more for healthcare than ever…Why? So my CEO can buy more houses?

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27th October 2011

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 I work 50 hours a week @ 2 jobs for minimum wages.  No health insurance with a cancer diagnosis.  Barely make enough to pay rent or have gas to get to work.  Needless to say enough to eat healthy meals.  What more does this State want from me!?!? 48 years old.  Detroit.

 I work 50 hours a week @ 2 jobs for minimum wages.  No health insurance with a cancer diagnosis.  Barely make enough to pay rent or have gas to get to work.  Needless to say enough to eat healthy meals.  What more does this State want from me!?!? 48 years old.  Detroit.

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27th October 2011

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HI, my name is Derek and I’m here because my brother is in Iraq.  I’m here to represent myself, and my family.  I’m here to address my concerns and take ACTION! I’m here to make sure that future Detroiters won’t have to wait forever in the snow for a bus.  I’m a Detroiter & I’m part of the 99% 

HI, my name is Derek and I’m here because my brother is in Iraq.  I’m here to represent myself, and my family.  I’m here to address my concerns and take ACTION! I’m here to make sure that future Detroiters won’t have to wait forever in the snow for a bus.  I’m a Detroiter & I’m part of the 99% 

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20th October 2011

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I’m 49 from Detroit. I have 2 children I work 48 hours a week. No over time. I blessed to be able to pay my bills. I’m in moderate health. I thank god for all I have.  I am Michigan’s 99%

I’m 49 from Detroit. I have 2 children I work 48 hours a week. No over time. I blessed to be able to pay my bills. I’m in moderate health. I thank god for all I have. 

I am Michigan’s 99%

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17th October 2011

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I am a lifelong resident of Detroit. I have watch our city and state lose jobs due to closing and sent overseas. when will it end. I am Michigan 99% mi99percent@gmail.com

I am a lifelong resident of Detroit. I have watch our city and state lose jobs due to closing and sent overseas. when will it end.

I am Michigan 99%

mi99percent@gmail.com

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