Garlin Gilchrist
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Ellen’s Husband. Garlin & Emily & Ruby’s dad. Lt. Gov. of Michigan. Text me: (313) 488-5270 #StandTALLforMichigan
Detroit, MI
Joined April 2019
If Georgia flips the Senate today, it will be because @staceyabrams laid the groundwork to save our democracy. #VoteWarnockOssoffToday
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I need everyone to #StandTALL tomorrow, and there are two ways you can do that: 1️⃣ Go Vote! 2️⃣ Go Vote for @JoeBiden!
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Just a quick reminder for Donald Trump as he visits Detroit today: Michigan is all in for @KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz.
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I don’t want to hear anyone say that Black men don’t vote. Today, @MagicJohnson and I spoke directly to young Black men outside the barbershop who made it clear — we are going to turn out to #VOTE like never before.
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Reproductive freedom.
Oasis are trending. What else from the '90s should make a comeback?.
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Leadership means showing up, listening, and responding to get things done, and @JoeBiden has shown up for Michigan time after time. He’s been there for Detroit, and Michigan, as a friend and a leader. That’s why I’m endorsing Joe Biden to be our nominee for president. #StandTALL
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It’s official: @gretchenwhitmer and I have submitted signatures to get on the ballot for re-election. We’re working to move Michigan forward and we’re going to need all of you to win. #StandTallForMichigan
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I feel attacked 😅.
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Fighting for the soul of our nation with Biden-level aviator energy today. #RidingWithBiden
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I want to welcome to our state and to our city the next Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris.#BidenHarris2020
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Michigan, . Are you fired up and ready to go? . Are you ready to vote like we’ve never voted before?. Are you ready to bring this thing home for @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris? . Because I am.
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Four years ago this week, @gretchenwhitmer picked me as her running mate to lead this great state. She’s the strongest person I know — and together, we will keep moving Michigan forward.
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It’s simple: If you want to win here in Michigan, you have to go to the voters and ask for their vote. @JoeBiden asked @GovWhitmer and I for our support, and that’s why we are endorsing him. #StandTALL.
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We know this news is scary for so many Michiganders. That's why @gretchenwhitmer filed a lawsuit to block our state's 1931 abortion ban from going into effect. We won't back down from this fight.
THE SUPREME COURT HAS OVERTURNED ROE V. WADE, ELIMINATING THE CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO ABORTION.
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Thank you, Michigan! I am elated to spend the next four years #StandingTALL for you with @gretchenwhitmer. It is the honor of my life to serve as your Lt. Governor and I cannot wait to keep getting things done for Michiganders.
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There is no place like Michigan to grow a family and build a future. I was born here, educated here and came back here to raise my family because I wanted my head, heart, and hands focused on a place and a community that I loved.
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✋🏾✋🏾✋🏾. I better see everyone’s hands because we all have skin in the game this year.
Raise your hand and retweet if you have a personal stake in this election. ✋🏼✋🏼✋🏼.
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Serving our state in Washington, DC would be a great opportunity, but instead I will keep standing tall for Michigan, right here at home, as Lieutenant Governor. The Governor & I have more work to do. I look forward to working with our next US Senator to get it done.
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💯🗳 #SaveOurRightToVote Let’s act now so that next #Thanksgiving we can celebrate expanded access to the freedom to fully and flexibly participate in our democracy.
It’s been nearly 2 years since John Lewis presided over the House and passed the voting rights bill. Since then we elected President Biden and are building back better — but all is at risk if we can’t vote! . Reply if you agree with #SaveOurRightToVote.
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When we prioritize our mental health, we’re able to be the best versions of ourselves. I’m grateful my children will grow up with a role model as incredible as @Simone_Biles. She is a true champion - she shows up, supports her team, & makes our nation proud.
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The People united will never be defeated #StandTALL.
Last night, two Republicans tried to challenge the foundation of our democracy. I’m so thankful for all of the people who stood tall to protect our voices and votes. That’s how democracy works!
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We will win #Michigan is because Black men will vote in huge numbers this year. To celebrate and inspire this movement, we turned Grand River into #BlackMenVote alley.
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.@gretchenwhitmer & I ran for office because we want to stand up & do what’s right for Michigan. That’s why the Governor took bold action last month to secure the right to choose for all Michiganders. No matter what, we won’t stop fighting for Michiganders’ right to abortion.
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The @WisDems have organized for victory in an amazing & inspiring way. Thank you @benwikler for your passion, perspective, and power. Proud to be your brother and friend. Let’s keep bringing more people into this movement.
Thrilled that my segment next to @Garlin's, LG of Michigan. Garlin and I were friends & podcast co-hosts with @MoveOn in DC before he moved home to Detroit & I moved home to Madison. Garlin, proud to organize next door to you, inspired by your great work!
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Our vote is our power! . How are you going to exercise your power in this election?.
Had a blast with @LtGovGilchrist helping inspire people to vote early. Check out satellite voting locations and drop boxes ⤵️.
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I have family members and friends who won’t vote unless they get a call or text directly from me — and I’m sure you do too. In the coming weeks, reach out to your family, friends, and neighbors and remind them to get out and vote. It’s going to take all of us to win in November.
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Here’s a sneak peek at a project that we’ve been working on. The message is pretty straight forward: #BlackMenVote. Coming soon to a block near you.
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.@gretchenwhitmer and I are fighting for Michiganders’ right to bodily autonomy — because abortion is a fundamental right.
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.@gretchenwhitmer made the case tonight why Donald Trump will never understand the people of Michigan and why @KamalaHarris is the right choice. She sees us. She is us.
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I am heartbroken by what we all have witnessed as a father, public servant, and a Black Man.
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By expanding access to affordable, high-speed internet, we’re connecting more Michiganders to economic opportunity. Our recent $61 million dollar award will help ensure that no matter where you live in Michigan, you can succeed with high-speed internet.
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So hype to have @KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz in Michigan tomorrow!. Do yourself a favor and get another reason to be excited about this ticket by looking up my friend MN LG @peggyflanagan. History will be made in more ways than one.
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I’m proud to work alongside these remarkable women — and serve the great people of this state.
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Courage. Integrity. Competence. Compassion. Toughness. That’s a winning starting five. Let’s go @katiehobbs.
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And just like that, we’ve passed the strongest budget in Michigan history. This budget focuses on the fundamentals. That means record funding for schools, improvements to road and water infrastructure, affordable housing, and lower costs for every Michigander.
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I will not stand idly by while abortion rights are under threat. @gretchenwhitmer & I will #StandTALL for the millions of Michiganders who could lose this fundamental right.
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Fighting for abortion access is about protecting the freedom for women and families to make their own choices. @gretchenwhitmer and I will continue to #StandTALL.
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Stop five: Livonia, Michigan . Earlier, we had a chance to hear from @GaryPeters about the stakes of this election. We need to re-elect him to the US Senate because @GovWhitmer and I need people who will work with us to get things done. #RidingWithBiden
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Black Michiganders are a driving force of this campaign, and @gretchenwhitmer and I would not have made it through the challenges of the last few years without their support. Together, we will secure a stronger Michigan.
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Ann Arbor, let’s go win this thing for all of the hardworking families in Michigan.
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Justin Jones and Justin Pearson are showing this country what it means to represent without apology and stand tall for their communities — so let's #StandTALL for them. Because every kid deserves to live free from the fear of gun violence.
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This is everything. @MomsDemand #BigMomEnergy FTW.
Michigan @LtGovGilchrist calls @MomsDemand volunteers’ passion: “BIG MOM ENERGY” and we’re bringing it to every door knocked, every call made, and every text sent before Nov. 8. Text ELECTIONS to 644-33 to join us, and get your #bigmomenergy shirt here:
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.@gretchenwhitmer and I are making historic investments in our infrastructure — repairing our roads and bridges after decades of disinvestment. We know you’ve seen the orange barrels!.
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Politics has no place in the decision about when and if to have a child. @gretchenwhitmer and I are fighting for family planning decisions to be made between women, their families, and their health care provider.
“Last time I checked this is 2022, not 1931. And in 2022, we expect electeds and courts to protect MORE rights, not less. That’s why @GovWhitmer is going to court to protect abortion rights” Lt. Gov. @Garlin Gilchrist II
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To be human is to be able to choose—so by taking away someone's ability to choose, you're rejecting their humanity. That's why I'm proud to be a man for choice. I was so grateful to join @reproforall's @mintimm and @Men_4_Choice's @Oren_Jacobson in Grand Rapids this week.
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Many people say kids are our future. I say kids are our right now. That's why @gretchenwhitmer and I proposed MI Kids Back on Track — which would invest $300 million to provide tutors for every Michigan student. This is how we set up our kids for success.
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Black men < 30 were 45% of new voter registrants in #Detroit in last 7 months, up from 37% in ‘16. Further, we registered 319% more young Black men in Detroit over same 7-month time period compared to ‘16. When you invest in #BlackMenVote, you win in #Michigan & nationally.
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If you requested an absentee ballot, make sure you return it in-person to your clerk’s office or a designated drop box ASAP!. Visit for all your voting needs.
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Thank you @JoeBiden. You have paved a path for opportunity and prosperity for generations to come. I #StandTALL with @KamalaHarris as our next POTUS! The energy & urgency she will bring to this race + her presidency are what we need to move forward.
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In 2021, we are going from #BlackMenVote → #BlackMenLead. Thanks @MeekMill, @REFORM, and @VanJones68 for doing the #CriminalJusticeReform work. Text (313) 488-5270 to get the full conversation.
Tonight @MeekMill reminded us that scripture is all about offering second chances. That’s what #CriminalJustice reform has been about in #Michigan—offering people a chance to be their best selves regardless of their past.
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We have a choice between two types of presidents in this election:. @JoeBiden, a deeply caring human, who called @gretchenwhitmer to check in after the kidnapping plot. Or this guy — a superspreader of hate and divisiveness. .
The President mentions the Governor of Michigan, the crowd chants lock her up, and the President says lock them all up
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I’m rolling through our state with the biggest #BidenHarris2020 yard sign in Michigan right now 😂😂
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I’m so proud to serve Michiganders as their Lieutenant Governor. Thanks to all who came out to show their support — especially my beautiful family. @gretchenwhitmer and I are excited to keep delivering historic progress throughout our state. #StandTall
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I entered public service as a problem-solving executive to do these things and more, and I am not done. There is nothing more fulfilling than seeing the immediate impact Governor Whitmer & I can have for people in this state. It inspires me to do even more.
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First stop: Bay City, Michigan. It’s a beautiful, crisp Fall day here in Michigan. That only means one thing: it’s campaign season! . #RidingWithBiden
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When my family moved home to Corktown 7 years ago, Greg Mudge was one of the 1st to greet and welcome us at Murphy Playlot (across the street from Mudgie’s). From then on, I witnessed how his kind, humble, unselfish spirit truly lifted our community.
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.@gretchenwhitmer and I will work with anyone to make Michigan a more equitable state — that’s how we closed the school funding gap and connected more Michiganders to high-speed internet than ever before.
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.@GovWhitmer and I need a legislature who will work with us to get things done. We need to flip four seats from red to blue, which is why I spent the day supporting three of those candidates and am asking you to help my friends @voteKellyBreen, @VotePulver, and @barbanness2020.
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Governor Whitmer & I have been getting things done in all 83 counties for four years and voters gave us a second term to keep connecting Michiganders’ ambitions with more opportunities; to remove more barriers to the dreams we have for ourselves and our families.
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We are less than one month away from #ElectionDay . But you don’t have to wait until then to get your vote in the bank. I need everyone to #StandTALL this weekend by filling out your ballot and turning it in.
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One of @JoeBiden’s first stops after the primary was in Michigan. And today @KamalaHarris ended the campaign in Michigan. They will have our backs as the next president and vice president of the United States. #BidenHarris2020
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Black voters in Detroit and across Michigan are ready to work to elect @KamalaHarris! Join us.
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We’re putting money in people’s pockets and careers in every person’s path. We’re placing fast internet at everyone’s fingertips and more equity & justice into our lives. We’re addressing the climate crisis & improving health outcomes. This work has been humbling and inspiring.
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Other than enjoying the love of my family, being embraced by my neighbors across this state as Lieutenant Governor has been my life’s greatest honor.
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The Biden-Harris campaign has put forward the most progressive agenda on racial equity that I’ve ever seen to right the wrongs of history. Tonight @JasonWGeorge and I will lay out what’s at stake this election.
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Can’t wait to take the stage soon and tell the crowd why Michigan needs @KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz!.
@KamalaHarris @Tim_Walz @HillaryScholten Spotted: 🐐 LG @garlin spreading the good word surrounded by thousands of Michiganders awaiting the arrival of @kamalaharris and @Tim_Walz #MIforHarrisWalz #HarrisWalz2024
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As @Bakari_Sellers said on his pod before the 11/3: Dems should upgrade Black voter engagement. I agree & would not be here if not for already deploying that new playbook. It’s not hard—it requires investment (#BlackMenVote) + responsive policy. I’m about that life.
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Thank you @stephanielily & @MalloryMcMorrow for leading by example. I took unprecedented leave when our baby girl was born in 2019. Every organization/workplace/institution should grant paid family leave. There is absolutely no justification not to do so.
.@MalloryMcMorrow and I are the first two women to give birth while serving in the MI State Senate. Check out this piece about paid leave and much more!. #mommylegislator.
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The UAW knows a thing or two about hard work—I wanted to stop by to thank the workers of Local 1 for joining their colleagues to knock 100,000 doors for @KamalaHarris this weekend. Not only are they the backbone of our economy, but they're fighting to protect our democracy.
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Donald Trump’s only agenda is to lie, stoke anger, and divide us. Today, it was at the expense of the people of Detroit, who, unlike Trump, know what it’s like to fight for their community and work hard to get ahead. Donald Trump will never have what it takes to be a Detroiter.
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20 days. We have so much to gain in this election. That’s why I’m back on the campaign trail for @RepKennedy48 and @BrianKElder
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In the Gilchrist family, voting is a family affair. I was proud to cast my ballot for @JoeBiden this morning. #StandTALL
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Happy Birthday to @gretchenwhitmer — one of the strongest, most hardworking people I know! 🎉🎂. We are ready to #StandTall and keep moving Michigan forward.
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I was thrilled to join the future President and Vice President in Michigan last night. When we elect @KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz, we will help more people reach their full potential right here in Michigan. Our brightest days are ahead of us. Let’s work hard and let’s win!
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☑️Voted!. How are you voting? In Michigan, you have two options:.1️⃣ Take your completed absentee ballot to your local city/township clerk's office or drop box by 8pm on 11/8.2️⃣ Vote at your polling place on Election Day. Remember: Your vote is your voice, so let yours be heard!
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Kalamazoo always shows up! @gretchenwhitmer and I will keep getting things done for our economy, infrastructure, education, and health care — for Kalamazoo and every community across our state.
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A little bit of *personal news*. Today I'm launching the @LongRunPAC 🏃🏾♂️. Running taught me that winning a race isn’t just about race day—it’s about how you train and prepare. Running for office is the same. It takes time, patience, and people believing in you from the outset.
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.@BarackObama is still giving us hope so many years after leaving office. It’s on us to turn that hope into change by electing the person who he trusted the most, @JoeBiden. #StandTALL
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Didn’t get a chance to drop off your ballot this weekend? Don’t worry. Detroit is opening 23 early voting centers today that will be open 7 days a week until Election Day. #Vote . You can find your early voting site at
We are less than one month away from #ElectionDay . But you don’t have to wait until then to get your vote in the bank. I need everyone to #StandTALL this weekend by filling out your ballot and turning it in.
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Our children and grandchildren will remember this moment for the rest of their lives. #BidenHarris2020
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This is an historic moment that has lit a fire in the soul of our nation. We must do everything within our power to put @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris in the White House. #WeHaveHerBack #BidenHarris2020
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