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There’s a lot of justifiable outrage over a Republican presidential candidate coming up short in the popular vote but winning the presidency for the second time since 2000.
Just imagine a world without W and Trump. The electoral college is frustrating Democrats, to put it mildly.
But just as outrageous is the similar scenario that played out in the last two election cycles at the state level in Michigan. In 2014 and 2016, Democrats received more votes or nearly split the tally in the State House races, yet Republicans hold a huge 63-47 majority and push a deeply conservative agenda that a majority of voters don’t want.
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE: Once again, Michigan Dems receive more votes in the State House, but Republicans hold onto power | Local News | Detroit Metro Times