Dearborn Hero Helps Register People To Vote

DEARBORN, MI — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Laura Dudgeon who nominated Elizabeth "Betsy" Cushman of Dearborn.

Name: Elizabeth "Betsy" Cushman
State: MI
Home town: Dearborn
Hero's job: Volunteer
Relationship to nominee: Volunteering with the League of Women Voters
Reason for recognition: Betsy Cushman has been a driving force in the community. She has been
the president of League of Women Voters Dearborn/Dearborn Heights for many years. She has
stepped up to take on the role of Vice President Voter Services of League of Women Voters MI
One thing to know: Betsy has selflessly worked hard as a volunteer to help register, to educate,
and to encourage voting of all ages. Thanks for contributing to a non partisan democracy!

Thank you for all you do, Betsy!

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