SLAPP suits are lawsuits designed to silence people for speaking out – and this week, Michigan lawmakers took a major step to stop them. The Michigan Legislature unanimously passed a bipartisan anti-SLAPP bill, strengthening protections for free speech and public participation across our state. Not sure what a SLAPP suit is or why it matters? Our Legislative Director, Kyle Zawacki, is here with a quick refresher on how these lawsuits work – and why this win is such a big deal for Michiganders. T