The following are reactions from state and local leaders on Bart Stupak's decision not to seek re-election. "I was certainly surprised by the decision and I know it's been a challenging year for the congressman and he's been a mainstay in Michigan politics," Mayes said. "It's a tough time to be in government and this have been a tough year for Stupak ... Now it's time for him to begin a new chapter." --- Jeff Mayes, 69th District Representative “There comes a point in time when if you’re ready for a change, we have to respect that.” --- Jim Barcia, 31st District State Senator “He’s great campaigner and a great congressman and I’m stunned by all this,” said Kildee, D-Flint. “He’s a tireless person and we’ll miss him very much and Michigan will miss him because he’s a powerful position in Congress for us.” --- Dale Kildee, 5th District U.S. Representative These Quotes are courtesy of the Bay City Times. “Congressman Bart Stupak has done an outstanding job on behalf of the constituents of Michigan’s 1st Congressional District. He has long been a strong voice in Washington on issues such as the protection of the Great Lakes and economic development and has done an excellent job as Chair of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations – working on behalf of consumers not only in Michigan but also throughout the country. We thank Congressman Stupak for his 18 years of service as the 1st District’s Congressman and we wish him well in his future endeavors. He will be sorely missed.” --- Mark Brewer, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Gubernatorial Candidate Forum 04/09/2010
The Michigan Democratic Party will host a Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Sunday, April 18th at the Cobo Center in Detroit. This is just one day after the Endorsement Convention and Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. All three Democratic candidates will participate. The forum will be moderated by Party Chairman, Mark Brewer. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to ask questions to the candidates. The forum will run from 8:30a.m. to 10:00a.m. Tickets will cost $20 if purchased before Monday, April 12th and $30 afterward. To purchase tickets or get more information, please click here.    MDP Endorsement Convention 02/03/2010
 Save the date for the MDP Endorsement Convention on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the Cobo Center in Detroit. The purpose of the Convention will be to endorse candidates for Secretary of State and Attorney General. Information on current candidates can be found on our 2010 Candidates page. There will be no endorsements in any primary races. The Endorsement Convention will be held the same day and at the same location as the Jeff-Jack Dinner. For more information, please visit: www.michigandems.com. MDP Convention Overview 02/25/2009
 This past Saturday the Michigan Democratic Party held its 2009 state convention and about 2,000 members attended. During the convention members elected an experienced group of leaders, which include: 
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