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MI Governor Signs Controversial Bill

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As thousands protest outside capitol.

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Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has reportedly signed the controversial bill banning mandatory union membership Tuesday night. The move comes after a day of protests against the new law outside the capitol building. As anger escalated among the 10,000 protesters in Lansing, police donning riot gear arrived with pepper spray, which was used on at least one activist. Police also arrested two demonstrators, and surrounded the Romney State Office Building.

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