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In keeping with our legacy of providing superior data storage products, Verbatim Americas remains dedicated to providing our loyal customers with quality Blu-ray, DVD, and CD solutions that have become synonymous with the Verbatim brand.
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Current Industry Availability and Conditions – Optical Discs
As many prominent manufacturers scale back or cease production of optical discs, Verbatim Americas is committed to ensuring a steady and reliable supply of premium optical discs to meet the ongoing demand in the marketplace.
Looking Ahead - Verbatim Optical
Verbatim Americas will continue to play a vital role in the optical disc market, maintaining a stable and consistent supply of products for our consumers. Our commitment to quality allows us to provide reliable recording media that meets the evolving needs of our customers. We remain dedicated to supporting the growth of the recording media industry and delivering solutions that drive innovation. Rely on Verbatim for your CD, DVD, and Blu-ray needs, anywhere, everyday.
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About Verbatim
At Verbatim, we believe that technology is about improving your everyday life. For over 50 years, we have worked to build a future that seamlessly integrates technology in ways that improve how people everywhere live, work and play.
Verbatim first made its name as a pioneer in the development of floppy disks and optical media technology. We have drawn upon that technological legacy to develop an extensive selection of data storage devices, computer peripherals and accessories, and gaming solutions. All of these product lines are renowned throughout their industries for exceptional quality, performance, and reliability. Today, we continuously reach toward the potential of tomorrow. By partnering with other technology leaders, we are developing and introducing products you can rely on to make your life more efficient, convenient, and enjoyable – anywhere, everyday.
From CDs to DVDs, Verbatim Americas remains committed to supplying the optical media consumers want and need.
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II announced Monday he is suspending his campaign for governor and instead joining the race for secretary of state of the battleground state.
Gilchrist, a progressive Democrat from Detroit, did not cite a specific reason for the change in his video announcement, but said he is not finished being a “public servant.” His departure clears up the Democratic primary and benefits the frontrunner, Jocelyn Benson, who is the current Secretary of State, in the race to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
The secretary of state is Michigan's top election official, a highly politicized and visible role since the 2020 presidential election.
“Michigan has been ground zero in the battle for free and fair elections before, and it will be again,” Gilchrist said.
As Whitmer’s second in command and her running mate in two elections, Gilchrist struggled to match Benson’s name recognition and fundraising. He reported having around $378,000 of cash on hand as of October compared to Benson’s $2.98 million.
Benson is now set to face only Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson in the Democratic primary in August.
The inclusion of a well-known independent candidate has created a new problem for Democrats this year. Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is avoiding costly primaries altogether by running as an independent. The Michigan Democratic Party slammed the former Democrat last week for not standing up to President Donald Trump’s second term policies.
In the Republican primary, U.S. Rep. John James, former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox, state Senate Leader Aaric Nesbitt and former Michigan House speaker Tom Leonard are jockeying for the nomination.
In his bid to become secretary of state, Gilchrist will face four other Democrats: Barb Byrum, Ingham County clerk; Aghogho Edevbie, deputy secretary of state; Suzanna Shkreli, a former Whitmer aide and commissioner of the Michigan State Lottery; and Adam Hollier, a former state senator from Detroit.
Michigan does not hold primary elections for the secretary of state position; the nominee is chosen by precinct delegates during party conventions. The Michigan Democratic Party convention is scheduled for April 19.
State Republicans plan to hold their nominating convention March 28 and GOP figures chasing the party's nomination for secretary of state include Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk, and Monica Yatooma, an Oakland County executive.
In addition to the office of the governor and secretary of state, Michigan voters will be selecting a new state attorney general and a U.S. senator in November.
FILE - Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II waits before the State of the State address, Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at the state Capitol in Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis, file)
