State officials warn that an undercount could have serious repercussions for the state, including diminished funding and less representation in Congress.
2020 U.S. Census
Posted inGuest Commentary
Kurt Metzger | The Census is coming. Racial controversy is never far behind
The U.S. Census Bureau’s decision not to allow a category for Middle Eastern North African in this year’s count is the latest in a long history of controversies involving race.
Posted inMichigan Government
Detroit has a lot riding on 2020 Census. Can enlisting neighbors boost count?
Detroit is considered one of the hardest cities in the nation to count in the Census, and is working hard to increase participation in some neighborhoods. Plenty of distrust remains, though, as evidenced by efforts in the small east side neighborhood of Yorkshire Woods.
Posted inMichigan Government
A guide to Michigan’s 2020 Census: jobs, scams, citizen issues
So many changes in next year’s census, from online and phone options to new doubts about issues of confidentiality, particularly among undocumented residents. Bridge answers some of the most commonly asked questions.
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Opinion | Wayne County’s diversity poses Census challenges, opportunities
The county’s diverse population poses challenges, especially regarding language and trust in local governments. These barriers increase the chances immigrant Americans will be undercounted in the 2020 census.
Posted inMichigan Government
Gretchen Whitmer on Census: Get counted or lose money, clout for Michigan
Governor signs executive order creating Census committee to better reach undercounted communities
Posted inUrban Affairs
Detroit serious about boosting census participation, Mayor Mike Duggan says
Detroit is raising $3 million and plans to hire hundreds of workers to boost participation in the census, which provides $1,800 per person annually in federal funds.
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Mayor Mike Duggan says Detroit won’t be undercounted in 2020 Census
Detroit plans to hire 100 workers and raise $1.7 million to spread the word about the Census and ensure the city’s population is accurate.