Earlier this week, the governor, lt. governor, attorney general, and secretary of state took their oaths of office on the steps of the state Capitol. During her inaugural address, Governor Gretchen Whitmer shared her vision for the state over the next four years. She emphasized her goal of providing good-paying jobs by bringing supply chains home and lowering costs. Additionally, the governor focused on investing in education from preschool through postsecondary. “For the next four years, our task is clear: focus on the fundamentals, work together, and get things done. Together, we can make Michigan a place where all people can envision a great future, no matter who they are, where they come from, or how much money they have in their pocket. I am more confident than ever that our future is bright because of you, my fellow Michiganders. We are tough and we never shy away from hard work. We’re competitive. Even if you count us out, look down on us, or fly over us, I promise you: we will defy your expectations. Our message is simple: If you have big dreams and want to get things done, your future is in Michigan. I am so excited to get to work.”

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist also took his oath of office to begin his second term. “On a day of reflection and recommitment, let us come together to recognize the once-in-a-generation opportunity we have to make things happen across Michigan. We can go further, deliver more, and make life easier for those struggling to get by. We can demonstrate how public servants can create conditions for prosperity and equity in every community, and how much more we can do when we do it together. Let us widen the rivers of opportunity for Michiganders today and tomorrow – helping people in every community on both peninsulas stand strong, proud, and tall as their best selves. Let’s get it done for every Michigander.”

During the ceremony Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson was sworn in for her second term. “I stand before you today with the firm belief that every citizen deserves to live in a state where their voice is heard and where truth prevails. Where government works for everyone and where we work together – as Democrats, Republicans and independents – to ensure our state is safe, strong, and free. That’s who we are as Michiganders and as Americans.”

Additionally, Attorney General Dana Nessel took the oath of office for her second term. “It is a privilege and honor to have the opportunity to serve the good people of the great state of Michigan for another four years. I look forward to continuing the many initiatives and ground-breaking cases started by the department in my first term and working to discover new and innovative ways to provide justice and equal protection under the law to as many Michiganders as possible in the next term.”

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