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Kristen McDonald Rivet

State Senator,
Michigan Senate District 35

Democrat

The proof:

Kristen voted to pass a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.

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What to do now:

Thank Kristen for her support:

This legislator has consistently shown that they will protect abortion rights.

What to say:

Thank them for their consistency. Your support will encourage them to continue to vote this way, and may give them the confidence to become a stronger advocate of pro-choice legislation.

  • Introduce yourself, including your relation to the district.
  • Explain to them why abortion rights and access are important to you. (Personal stories work well here)
  • Thank them for their efforts, and encourage them to continue the fight.

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The latest from Kristen

“An inspiring day at our Genesee County Front Porch Talk on reproductive rights. Huge thanks to @TeamKClark, @PPofMI, and @PPofMI_CEO, for their powerful presence. Together, our collective resolve will lead us to victory this November.”

Sep 6, 2024

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“Today, we rallied to defend Reproductive Freedom and stood strong against the efforts of extreme politicians trying to overturn the will of Michigan voters with a national abortion ban. We’re united in our commitment to keep moving forward and not go back!”

Sep 5, 2024

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“Gov. @GretchenWhitmer knows that in Congress— I’ll fight like hell for working families, affordable housing, good-paying jobs & reproductive rights — just like she’s seen me do in the Michigan Senate. Stand with me and 'that woman from Michigan' when you vote in our #Aug6 #MI08 primary!”

Jul 27, 2024

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“The realities shared in this report are infuriating. Abortion bans are cruel and dangerous for EVERYONE in need of ANY KIND of reproductive care. We must defeat Republican extremists like my opponent who want this fate forced on all Americans. #MI08”

Jul 19, 2024

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“Every woman in our lives is in greater danger today than 2 years ago because of extremist Republicans who pushed to overturn Roe v Wade. MAGA cheered the disastrous #Dobbs decision stripping millions of Americans of their right to abortion & jeopardizing their health. Mainstream Americans dont want girls and women turned away at their most vulnerable moments not the 10 year old rape victim or the mother hemorrhaging during pregnancy. But MAGA doesnt care. MAGAs red state-reality will be our fate in Michigan unless Democrats take back the US House and pass a federal law restoring the protections and freedoms we had under Roe. Let's get organized, mobilized, and #VOTE. #MI08”

Jun 24, 2024

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“Miscarriages are traumatic. Anti-abortion laws are making them more dangerous and cruel. Paul Junge and his fellow GOP extremists will never act to prevent the horror this family experienced. We must win. #MI08”

Jun 5, 2024

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“So grateful for @emilyslist and their support. Together, were going to win #MI08 and restore the rights that anti-abortion extremists are eroding every day they stay in power.”

May 16, 2024

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“A healthcare victory in MI: We just funded @PPofMI, despite unanimous GOP objection. As women in red states lose access to contraception, STI testing, cancer screenings, wellness exams & safe abortion care I'm doing everything I can to make sure vital @PPFA services are funded.”

May 1, 2024

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“Floridas Supreme Court just ruled in favor of banning abortions after 6 weeks. Thats before most women can confirm theyre pregnant. We must win #Mi08 and Congress to stop MAGA Republicans from imposing a national ban and stripping Americans of our freedom to decide.”

Apr 1, 2024

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“We knew Roes overturn would lead to even more extreme attempts to control womens ability to decide if, when, and how to have a family. The latest is todays Supreme Court arguments attacking mifespristone, an FDA-approved abortion drug proven to be overwhelmingly safe in 23 years of use. WHERE DOES THIS STOP? If we allow extremist lawmakers and judges to intervene in our most personal, intimate decision-making spaces, what else will they dictate to us as right and wrong for our medical and religious choices? WHERE DOES THIS STOP? AT THE BALLOT BOX. #Mi08”

Mar 26, 2024

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“This is another consequence of our post-Roe world and a stark example of what will happen nationwide— even here in Michigan— if MAGA extremists have their way and pass a national abortion ban. Alabama’s ruling is dangerous for all & devastating to the 1 in 6 Americans who need fertility treatments to have children. Just read about these families and doctors impacted in Alabama… You cannot be pro-family while depriving millions the ability to start their own. We can’t let MAGA extremists undo the will of Michigan voters and take away our safety and freedom. #MI08”

Feb 22, 2024

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“Americans have fewer rights today than 51 years ago. Millions more women are in danger of the same fate if we allow MAGA extremists to ban abortion nationwide. The white-hot rage we felt when Roe was overturned needs to fuel us NOW. We must take back the House. #MI08 1/2”

Jan 22, 2024

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“2/2 MAGA extremists like my opponent cheered when the Supreme Court stripped us of a guaranteed right to abortion— the only time in history Americans lost a constitutional right. Now they want a federal ban on abortion to override state protections. We can't let that happen. Let's get organized, mobilized, and #VOTE.”

Jan 22, 2024

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Voted Yes on HB 4951

Kristen voted to pass a bill that removes references to abortion-related offenses from criminal sentencing laws, after the Michigan Constitution was amended to protect the right to abortion.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0474

Kristen voted to pass a bill that repeals a number of requirements for facilities providing abortions.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0476

Kristen voted to pass a bill that updates the legal definition of abortion to recognize it as a medical treatment.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on HB 4949

Kristen voted to pass a bill that further protects Michigan’s new constitutional right to abortion. It also allows healthcare providers to consider broader factors when deciding if an abortion is necessary after fetal viability, and repeals a ban on private insurance coverage of abortion.

Nov 7, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0593

Kristen voted to pass a bill that further protects Michigan’s new constitutional right to abortion. It also allows healthcare providers to consider broader factors when deciding if an abortion is necessary after fetal viability, and repeals a ban on private insurance coverage of abortion.

Oct 26, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0475

Kristen voted to pass a bill that removes references to abortion-related offenses from criminal sentencing laws, after the Michigan Constitution was amended to protect the right to abortion.

Oct 19, 2023

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“Exactly 1yr ago today, the #DobbsDecision threatened reproductive freedom, marriage equality & privacy. Michigan rejected extremism, voting for fundamental rights. We need our unity, love & energy to hold the all the gains we’re making in #Michigan. #MajoritiesMatter #HappyPride”

Jun 24, 2023

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Voted Yes on SB 0147

Kristen voted to pass a bill that bans employers from discriminating against employees who are pregnant or have terminated a pregnancy.

May 4, 2023

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As the only PAC dedicated to putting phenomenal progressive women at the helm of local and state government, Fund Her has endorsed this candidate based on past and continued support for climate responsibility, reproductive freedom, women's equality, and social justice.

Nov 4, 2022

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“Today’s ruling is a step in the right direction for Michigan. While politicians want to put intimate decisions in gov't hands instead of with women & their doctors, I will fight every day for a woman’s right to choose. This decision puts hope back in our fight for our freedoms.”

Sep 8, 2022

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“The Board of Canvassers is disenfranchising hundreds of voters who want to #RestoreRoe and keep in place the reproductive rights we’ve had in Michigan for the last 50 years.”

Aug 31, 2022

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“I'm pleased with today's ruling. The 1931 abortion ban law is out of touch and it's hard to believe that even today some lawmakers still believe women and girls are second class citizens. Every person should be able to live, work, thrive and raise a family on their own terms.”

Aug 19, 2022

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MI List, an organization who works to elect pro-choice candidates to the Michigan legislature, endorsed this candidate in 2022.

Aug 1, 2022

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