Pamela Pugh
@PamelaPughMI
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Candidate for U.S. Congress #MI08 | President of MI State Board of Education | Environmental Health Advisor | Lifelong Michigander | 💕💚
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Over the last 25 years, I have worked alongside the great people of Michigan’s 8th Congressional District for the betterment of our communities. I’m excited to continue this fight to ensure we have proven leadership representing the great people of this state and the district in
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#COVID19
is airborne. Tell
@BetsyDeVosED
to pay for every SCHOOL’s VENTILATION plan, Air Flow, Air Turnover rate BEFORE opening.
@GovWhitmer
@casandraulbrich
@Dr_Vitti
@ninaturner
@AttorneyCrump
@PublicCounsel
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Me when both Republican candidates for MI State Ed Board say Michigan children should not be fed meals at school.
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#MayorKarenWeaver
The mayor of Flint, Michigan, still enduring a polluted-water crisis, sent a letter of...
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🗣 GREAT NEWS!
#RightToLiteracy
💪🏾 LANDMARK CASE will NOT be heard full Sixth Circuit "en banc," as court previously declared, LEAVES in PLACE the April 23 DECISION that there is a RIGHT to a BASIC, MINIMUM EDUCATION.
@ninaturner
@AttorneyCrump
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“President Biden
@POTUS
, ‘Gas Up The Jet!’ and GO tell the American people who’s standing in the way of your ENTIRE agenda” ~Senator
@ninaturner
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
#GasUpJetANDCancelStudentDebt
#Timeout4EntertainingObstructionist
#EndFilibuster
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Great to catch up with Senator Stabenow last night for dinner, conversation, and a selfie. I’m strengthened by her words of wisdom/encouragement and hopes for a Michigan made Michigan strong woman with a proven track record to maintain the Michigan U.S. Senate seat.
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The day my dad was rushed to ER due to COVID, I was “scolded” by a member of the
@Moms4Liberty
extremist group because I pushed back on their agenda of spreading disinformation.
Where I drew the line, and removed myself from the conversation, is when they openly devalued the
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I’ll give
@MeShawnMaddock
time to rethink this post as she spends some much needed “time out”….
@pamelapughmi
Pam Pugh enjoys exposing children to Porn.
We see you for exactly what you are.
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As the President of the Michigan State Board of Education, I have fought against book bans for the sake of our children and freedoms.
Censoring the tools our children use to learn is a step backwards. Our history and futures are on the line when our children’s freedom...
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“Know the world, younger generations, and women, in general, are watching to see if
@JoeBiden
,
@TheDemocrats
are ready to move Black women from “
#thehelp
” to second in command of this great nation.”
@ninaturner
@rachelnoerd
@shakespearelovr
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Here in Michigan, WE 👏🏾 back against those spewing racially charged dog whistles!
“His (DeSantis) aspirations of erasing the history of Black people and the existence of our LGBTQ+ family will not be tolerated on this end of the I 75 corridor.” -
@pamelapughmi
President, MI State Board of Education spoke at the rally to protest Ron DeSantis visiting Midland.
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We stand UNITED. Survivors, students, educators, parents, policy makers and we are not asking but DEMANDING swift action and bipartisan support of proposed gun safety laws to protect our classrooms and communities. We will win this for our children…all children!
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Today, I’m proud to officially announce my candidacy to represent you in the U.S. Senate. I’ve dedicated my career to creating a better future for our great state. Now, join me on this journey.
Your support fuels our mission for change.
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Have secured highest per pupil state funding in history. Will improve safety, school environments, and mental health of our children
@MEAOnline
@GovWhitmer
@mrobmused
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Historical Context of the DENIAL of our
#RightToLiteracy
, From Slavery to Post Obama Era. Thx
#MommaHelenMoore
@JamarriaHall
@PublicCounsel
Remembering Those Who Gave Their Life So I Had a
#RightToLiteracy
....
@AttorneyCrump
@ninaturner
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Standing in solidarity
#UnionStrong
with our
#UAW
brothers, sisters, siblings today, as I did in 2019, as they fight for the rights of workers. As U.S. Senator, I will continue to support bargaining rights of workers and fight doggedly for ECONOMIC DIGNITY and JUSTICE for all.
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My doggie nephew, Taz, and I have been fielding calls all day about our great news. Now, we need you to please chip in $5 or more to our grassroots campaign, our fight to maintain MI-08, and fight towards economic dignity for all.
#MI08
#PughMichigan
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The momentum is growing, I’m almost there!
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I am running as a Democratic candidate for re-election to the State Board of Education with
@mrobmused
. Just because you don’t see our opponents, please know that the opposition is there and doing whatever it takes to “trump” up support.
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📣 Breaking News📣 I'm excited to share a special announcement with all of you. This is a moment that we've been building towards, and I'm excited to step into the next chapter of our journey together.
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Thx y’all! We did it for the children. With much gratitude. Congrats
@mrobmused
! Can’t wait to serve with you.
@casandraulbrich
much ❤️
MIRS CALLS: Both Democratic Board of Education candidates incumbent Pamela Pugh and Mitchell Robinson win election.
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I’m honored to receive endorsements from my home community of Saginaw County.
Today, my campaign was endorsed by over 30 elected officials, community leaders and clergy. Having their support propels this campaign and our mission to be the voice for Michigan in the U.S. Senate!
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Big news from the campaign trail! 🚀 45 endorsements from Saginaw County have joined our movement in Michigan’s 8th District. From local leaders to community advocates, we’re building a coalition that stands for Mid-Michigan’s future.
#PughForCongress
#MI08
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I am Dr. Pamela Pugh, a proud Black woman seeking election to U.S. Congress. During this time when Black History Month meets Women's History Month, I am fully embracing my identity. With your backing, we've achieved victory in this district once, and with your continued support,
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It’s taken a moment to gather my thoughts after hearing from my friend and Congressman,
@dankildee
, about his decision not to seek re-election. Though this is not the news that I wanted to hear, our district has truly benefited from his decades of service. He’s more than
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I am Michigan made and Michigan proud and just like Michiganders across this state, I am committed to hard work, strengthening our communities, and creating a better future for our next generations. From equitable education to clean water and air, safety against gun violence to
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Thank you
@MISenDems
! We stand with you
@mrobmused
@teamMiPASS
@BLMMichigan
@minaacp
@MEAOnline
@aftmichigan
@AMarch4OurLives
@davidhogg111
@SenPolehanki
@rosemarybayer
@stephanielily
@DistillSocial
@DrRebeccaHasson
@the_dylanmorris
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Inclusion shouldn’t have limitations.
Ban the HATE, not the LOVE. 🏳️🌈
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To deny this country’s true history be told to our children in safe spaces by educators, a history of strength, resilience, survival, and countless contributions of our ancestors and their lineage…that denial of truth and promotion of lies is a violent act. 🧵
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Friends - we need to get to 2,000 followers by midnight.
Can you help us with this goal?
RT, like, and share!
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Praying for SAFETY & swift SETTLEMENT
#SettleTheCase
#RightToLiteracy
Governor Gretchen Whitmer
@ninaturner
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This is what solidarity looks like. No time for waffling or luke warm responses. We must stand united and
@UAW
strong.
#UAWStandUp
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Teachers are NOT shutting down schools. COVID19, allowed to go unchecked due to politics & profits being prioritized over our children, public health, is. Just as toleration, capitulation, & appeasement of the
#DisinformationSpewing
#DemocracyDestroying
#AntiVaxxers
#AntiMaskers
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I’ve never been so afraid for our children which is why I’ve been driving across this state telling Michigan voters that our children’s lives are on the ballot.
#VoteBlueForDemocracy
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OPINION | A ruling that could CHANGE EDUCATION forever:
@GovWhitmer
MUST SETTLE Gary B. case, BEFORE THURSDAY
@pamlpugh
, VP MI State Ed Board writes
@JamarriaHall
@AttorneyCrump
@jamalhbryant
@482Forward
@shakespearelovr
@karenaboutflint
@JacquiPatt
@EJinAction
@jchambers_DN
OPINION | A ruling that could change public education forever:
Gretchen Whitmer must settle the Gary B. case
@pamlpugh
, vice president of the Michigan State Board of Education, writes
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The revolution may not be televised but it , we stood strong + united, as parents, policymakers, educators, community advocates. We drowned out the voice of Betsy DeVos-backed “Moms for Liberty” + hate-mongering.
#WeWillNotBeDivided
#WeAreStrongerUnited
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It’s official
#drpampugh2022
for Michigan State Board of Education. Let’s win this for our children.
#VoteNov8
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My running mate
@mrobmused
Mitchell Robinson has THE BEST clap back game to hate + foolishness ever. I can’t wait to serve with him 👏🏾
#WeAreStrongerUnited
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We’re not thieves but we do FIGHT...to the bitter end... ....Only 500 Votes Away from a Recount
#FAMUly
#HBCUPride
Could Ron DeSantis, Andrew Gillum race for Florida...
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Still can’t believe that this really happened 🤦🏽♀️. Admittedly, I’m “that board member” who called out these characters as provocateurs stated as the cause for this foolishness…and still stand by it…🙋🏽♀️
This woman cosplayed Wonder Woman at the State Board of Ed meeting because dressing as WW empowers her to be a better bigot against trans girls and the LGBTQ+ community.
@RealLyndaCarter
would not approve.
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Happy 100th birthday to my amazing trailblazing friend, Kathleen Straus! I thank her for her years of advising, laughter, and guidance on how to make good necessary trouble. What a treat to celebrate with her today.
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Looking forward to getting to the bottom of these school shooting hoaxes. I can’t possibly imagine ANYONE thinking this up for/as fun. In tears thinking that’s even a possibility when so many lives have been harmed and lost on school grounds. Who could do such a thing?
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Grateful for Commissioner Michael Webster’s endorsement for Congress! Thank you for your support and belief in our shared vision for a better future. Together, we'll work towards positive change and progress for Saginaw County.
#CommunitySupport
#pughforcongress
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Truly appreciate the love, thoughts, prayers sent for my dad’s health + recovery. Anyone who knows him knows of his passion for children thriving w/a strong support system and education. Special thanks to
#FAMU
coaches and students/the offensive line of his/my alma mater
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Attending Legislative Black Caucus Gubernatorial Town Hall at New Jerusalem Full Gospel Baptist Church
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SAGINAW, thank you! The support and encouragement of my hometown sets in motion the momentum that will take us from Saginaw to the Senate.
We’re Moving. Organizing. and Building — A campaign focused on our Michigan, our Future.
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Thank you! Excited beyond words to serve our great state in this capacity. So much work ahead of us but together we can do this 💪🏾.
Congratulations to newly elected
@mrobmused
and incumbent
@pamlpugh
on their inauguration to the MI State Board of Ed!
Public Ed in MI is under attack. These two will protect and defend our public schools while insuring they remain inclusive so every child can succeed.
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“Right now we’re in rush to open economy,"
@pamlpugh
said. "So we‘re getting ready to cut corners again on backs of children & educators who are reason all of us are here today."
@GovWhitmer
@AttorneyCrump
@ninaturner
@Dr_Vitti
@wxyzdetroit
@BetsyDeVosED
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Education, the Great Equalizer, but FIGHTING 400 years for decent & equitable education. Standing UNITED against systemic racism & inequities in MI & US schoolsystem. Register:
@ninaturner
@PublicCounsel
@AttorneyCrump
@JamarriaHall
@minaacp
@BLMMichigan
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Congrats
#IAmSaginawHigh
Trojan
@Money23Green
@BabersGreen
So proud of accomplishments. Look forward to ur future.
#SaginawProud
#GoWarriors
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I was so excited and honored to speak at the Ann Arbor African American Festival! Black Michiganders have contributed so much to the state's culture, values, and economic success. We deserve to be celebrating each other everyday.
But there is a critical representation gap of...
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“While our children and educators are being labeled as failures, Michigan’s K-12 public education has been built on a crumbling foundation of racism and...
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Truly enjoyed St. Patrick’s Day in Bay City with an amazing group of people ☘️ MI-08
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🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨
I’m grateful to have endorsements from a wide range of community leaders in the City of Flint and Genesee County.
These endorsements mean so much to this race because these leaders represent the same communities that have given me the experiences and the
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GM FB Family! REMEMBER before COVID-19 we were talking JUSTICE/EQUITY for OUR PEOPLE! Protecting Each Other from sickness/death is the GREATEST form of JUSTICE we can exercise!!
#ProtectYourSelf
#ProtectEachOther
@shakespearelovr
@jamalhbryant
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From standing with Detroit schoolchildren in their fight for literacy to ensuring our educators and students are in safe working and learning environments.
I’ve been at the frontline fighting on behalf of Michigan families, and now I journey to take this same energy to
Michigan's high school graduation rates are some of the lowest in the country.
@PamelaPughMI
, President of the Michigan State Board of Education, says the way to reverse this is by advocating for equitable funding for all students.
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It was an honor of a lifetime to celebrate the achievements of Reverend Jesse Jackson and his historic ‘84 and ‘88 presidential campaigns.
I remember as a little girl working on the ‘88 campaign creating “Run Jesse, Run” buttons and attending my first Democratic National
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Mobilized and United!
@davidmileshogg
@mariahbcooley
@marchforourlives
join in our demand for bi-partisan support to address public health crisis of gun violence and in support of
@GovWhitmer
@MISenDems
@MIHouseDems
swift and comprehensive action for gun violence prevention.
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Can not express in words my gratitude for
@teamMiPASS
’ support for my re-election to MI State Board of Education.
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Healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Imagine a healthier, stronger nation for all. Will you vote for change? Support me for Congress!
#HealthcareForAll
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Though long overdue, great news: Senate passes bills requiring schools, child care centers filter/test for lead in drinking water. Now to support ALL schools to do so.
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Not sure if he’s thanking me for running on behalf of all furry best friends/family of MI children or asking if I have owners permission to put sign out 🤔😀 🐶 🗳
#VoteBlue
#VoteDrPugh2022
#PughRobinson
@MichiganDems
🌊
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Please help me THANK
@teamMiPASS
for Over 10,000 responses in 24 Hours in support of PUBLIC EDUCATION & Anti-disinformation! These PARENT VOICES cannot remain silenced.
@MichiganAdvance
@BridgeMichigan
@MIRSnews
@GongwerMichigan
@AbdulElSayed
@GovWhitmer
@casandraulbrich
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Thrilled to have spoken at SVSU Democrats Meeting about my campaign for Michigan's 8th Congressional District! The energy and enthusiasm were incredible. Thank you SVSU Dems for the warm welcome and engaging discussions. Together, let's make positive change happen!
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BREAKING NEWS: 11:11 AM
Whitmer To Name Bolden To Supreme Court
Congrats Soror/Justice
@KyraHBolden
! 💕💚
#HERstory
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Happy Pride, everyone! 🏳🌈 While Pride is a time of celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, extremists across the country are instigating culture wars and banning books by LGBTQ+ authors. Adding fuel to the fire, there are massive corporations profiting off the struggle of the...
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Happy International Workers' Day! Great to honor & recognize contributions of workers during the annual Detroit Labor Day parade. After 3 years, it was good to once again walk in solidarity and in celebration of the spirit of hard work, dedication, and perseverance of our labor
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If this didn’t make my week..month..year 🥺 Have to share! 🥰😍🥰😍
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Can’t wait to serve with my friend and educator extraordinaire
@mrobmused
for State Board of Education!
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Today, I celebrate the life of my incredible mom, Carolyn Pugh, on what would have been her 81st birthday.
My mom had an unselfish love and concern for others, caring for the children of friends and family members just as she did her own. She was a passionate traveler and an
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Happy Juneteeth, everyone! Today, we celebrate a day of freedom for Black people while recognizing all the work yet to be done.
I hope today is filled with joy and celebration for you. I had a great time celebrating here in Flint.
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Energized being with Michigan Democratic Family and thanking them for sending me back to Lansing to continue to be a defender of our children, public education system, and educators at
#MDP2023SpringConvention
.
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Berrien, Ingham, and Washtenaw counties have announced K-12 mask mandates. Thank You and Thanks Parents for advocating for health, welfare of ALL children &
@SenErikaGeiss
for keeping a close eye on this!
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Check out "2018 WOMEN'S ISSUES AND EDUCATION BREAKFAST"
@ninaturner
@AmandaRenteria
@RepLipton
@JacquiPatt
@reneecanady61
@SimoneLightfoot
@tezlynfigaro
@Eventbrite
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Mark your calendar for next Saturday, February 3rd, and be part of the
#TeamPugh
kickoff party at Retro Rocks in Old Town Saginaw!
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Another productive day discussing ways to partner for safe drinking water for
#Flint
#HealthyFlint
children
#HealthySchools
#OneFlint
@WAYDEKING
#Tanked
#GrayMatter
#DCWater
#AnimalPlanet
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Photos and phone bank party!
Next phone bank party
10.22.22 5-7P
Food. Drinks.Music.Civic Engagement
#StillSearchingForRhythm
😬
#VoteNovember8
#VOTEPUGH
#DanceYourSoulsToThePoles
😉
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Gearing up for the fight of our life, the future of our children, our state with
@MEAOnline
@mrobmused
@GovWhitmer
. Don’t let the smiles fool you
#WeAreReady
💪🏾 🌊
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said today she’ll work to overturn a 2016 law that requires students to repeat third grade if their reading performance is too low....
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Detroit schools will finally receive the $94.4 Million “Right To Literacy” settlement equipping them with critical resources to address years of underfunding and tackle the profound challenges concerning literacy rates.
Just as I stood as a plaintiff with the 7 Detroit school
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...of expression is challenged. We must protect our children’s ability to think for themselves and express themselves.
Join our campaign in the fight for our children’s education and futures.
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Our country is being held hostage by a small percentage of extremists. A small percentage who spew hatred and bigotry and reject the very principles that made America a beacon of hope for the world.
They infiltrate our politics with hostility and nonexistant calls to action.
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@Delta
@JacquiPatt
@Delta
saying she’s a frequent flyer is an understatement. Her beloved community is expecting her to be protected. And the person who attacked her needs to addressed accordingly. Even if she’s too kind to demand it for herself we are. Thx in advance for appropriately handling.
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As I celebrate another year, I’m grateful for your support. This birthday, I’m asking friends and supporters to contribute to my campaign, $5.30, $25.30, $53, etc. Your generosity will help propel us toward Congress, making a positive impact together.
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