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Dr. Pamela Pugh

@pamelapughmi.bsky.social
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Pres. of MI State Board of Education | Environmental Health Advisor | Lifelong Michigander | 💕💚🧡💚💛💙

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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
2+ months ago my heart stopped for over 5 min. Meet the angels who saved my life: Josh, Dr. Mishkin, Rachel, Cassie, Natalie. Going down and coming back, I called one name, Jesus, and remembered their care and calm. Learn CPR/AED use. #CPRAwareness #AED #CardiacArrest #StillHere
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Antisemitism has no place in Michigan or anywhere. Grateful for courage of those who protected the children and swift response of law enforcement. As Pres. of MI State Board of Education, I reaffirm the Board’s condemnation of antisemitism: www.michigan.gov/mde/-/media/...
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
THANK YOU! Thank you. Thank you. To my supporters and everyone who made sacrifices to support this bold, people-powered campaign rooted in service and integrity, l am deeply grateful. While this election did not end the way we hoped, my commitment to our communities remains firm.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
I want to say THANK YOU for believing in me as I work every day to carry your voice to Lansing. TOMORROW, Tuesday, Feb. 3rd is LAST opportunity to vote. When we vote, we win! Find your polling location here: mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Voter/index #Saginaw #Midland #BayCity
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Grateful for the endorsement of @RepRashida especially at this critical moment in history. We need leaders who’ll stand up w/o speak truth plainly and put people first. Thanks for your courage, solidarity, commitment to justice. Finishing strong💪🏾 🗳️ Vote for by Tuesday!
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Grateful for the support behind this campaign. These endorsements reflect a broad, diverse coalition across Saginaw, Bay, Midland. Elected + education + faith leaders, orgs, community voices coming together for people over politics, results over rhetoric. Finishing strong 💪🏾.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Check out our newest ad. We’re finishing strong, reaching voters across #SD35 with a clear message: we need leaders who will stand up to MAGA extremism and actually fight back. I’m the ONLY candidate with a proven track record of doing just that. 🗳️ Vote now or by February 3.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Honored to have the endorsement of the Working Families Party. An organization that fights for working people, champions labor-friendly policies, and builds power for everyday families. Thanks for believing in me and standing with me for working families across our district.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
January 16, 2016. Standing with @karenaboutflint and @RevJJackson as a federal emergency was declared for Flint. A public health crisis. A civil rights moment. Community truth forcing national action. Still serving for a government that works for all of us. #2016isthenew2026
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Thank you, State Representative Regina Weiss, for your support and leadership. I’m grateful for your commitment to Michigan’s students, families, and communities, and I truly appreciate your endorsement. Looking forward to our continued work together.💙
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Mason Pressler @press4bc.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
‘Dr. Pamela Pugh, President of the Michigan State Board of Education, remarked, “Children cannot learn when they fear losing their parents or caregivers. Our action today is based on the belief that government should protect children.”’ @pamelapughmi.bsky.social
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Michigan Board of Education approves student safety and immigration resolution
The Michigan State Board of Education adopts resolution titled, "Supporting Student Safety, Human Dignity, and Humane Immigration Enforcement Practices."
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Appreciate the endorsement of Dr. Christina Dillard-Jackson and her leadership in Buena Vista Twp. Dr. Dillard-Jackson’s commitment to education, community, and thoughtful local leadership means so much to me. Grateful for her trust in me.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
Midland → Bay → Saginaw, I’m grateful for the coalition that we’re building. We’re listening to THE PEOPLE and working families. We’re centering THE PEOPLE and our communities. Now we’re building power TOGETHER and taking it to Lansing. Make your plan. VOTE by February 3rdlll
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
Proud to be endorsed by @Climate Cabinet. Michigan’s future depends on bold climate leadership that creates good jobs, protects our water, and strengthens communities. Thank you for your support and partnership in this work. #TeamPugh #mi35 #sd35
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
A month ago, I issued a release warning that ICE raids put children in harm’s way & called for support of MI legislation to rein in dangerous immigration enforcement practices. This was foreseeable. No one should praise or protect masked ICE agents engaging in lawless behavior.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
“For people who go through the trouble of manipulating a photo of a Black woman to make her look darker and menacing, inflating and mischaracterizing the facts is par for the course,” he wrote. Read here 👉🏾 bit.ly/49ralO2
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
A child is without their mom bc of aggressive, fear-driven enforcement. That isn’t public safety. It’s MAGA policies treating people as threats, undermining due process, erasure of dignity. Public safety must never cost human life. Ever. We owe this family truth, accountability.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
Thanks to Dr. Charles Coleman, Janet Nash, Joyce Seals, & Vera Harrison for your endorsements & trust in me. As respected education leaders your support means a lot. I’m grateful for your commitment to our children, & community. *Titles used for identification purposes only.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Dark money is being used to incite harassment & intimidation by doxxing me. I’ve stood up to extremists before & I’ll continue. I won’t back down from putting #WorkingFamiliesFirst . 🗳️ Vote #StopDarkMoney #RejectMAGA #BreakStatusQuo #ChangeTheSystemq
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
I’m deeply grateful for Rep. @JimmieWilsonJr1 for his belief in this campaign. His leadership, integrity, and commitment to working families mean a great deal to me. I’m honored to stand alongside him as we fight for students, communities, and a Michigan that works for all.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
This endorsement from Dan Soza means a lot to me. Our fathers worked together at Delta College to open doors for Black and Latino students, a legacy of access and opportunity that still guides my work today. I’m grateful for Dan’s trust and leadership.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Grateful to @Press4BC not just for writing this letter, but for the heart, courage, and leadership behind it. Knowing Mason personally, his trust and belief in what we can build together for our region means more than words can say. Thank you, Mason. www.pugh-michigan.com/post/letter-...
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LETTER: Support for Dr. Pamela Pugh for State Senate
Dec 10, 2025From Midland Daily NewsThe Midland Daily News welcomes letters to the editor from all subscribers and people who live within our readership area. Letters should not exceed 600 words. Submi...
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
My 55th Bday Countdown 🎉 Why I fight for Medicare for All + science-based decisions? At 19, I almost died from liver & kidney failure + survived because my parents’ good insurance. Too many families don’t. Join my “55” countdown: $5.55 • $25.55 • $55: secure.actblue.com/donate/55thb... 🗳 Vote Feb 3!
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
All I wanted to do was wish everyone a Happy Thxgiving but my 4-yr-old niece + doggy nephews had a script of their own😀. On a serious note, I’m holding space + praying for all facing tough for those missing someone at the table. Wishing everyone comfort + peace,today. 🙏🏾 🍁 🦃
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
I’m honored to be endorsed by @MIList. Together, we’re fighting for reproductive health & rights, quality health care & child care, strong public schools, fair labor, & clean, affordable water for all. Let’s keep building the Michigan our families deserve and win this seat.
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Mason Pressler @press4bc.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
‼️MI SD-35 SPECIAL ELECTION UPDATE‼️ Q3 Campaign Finance Reports Are In! @pamelapughmi.bsky.social (D-Saginaw): $73,857.61 Raised - $24,597.77 Spent For a COH total of… $49,259.84 $1,164.84 in in-kind donations 1280 GRASSROOTS DONATIONS For an average contribution of… $57.70
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Let’s cut through the noise: Members of the GOP and some media voices are spreading fear and misinformation about Michigan’s proposed updates to Michigan’s health education standards. Please join me in putting FACTS over FEAR. Kids over politics.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Honored to receive the 2025 Shirley Chisholm Unbought & Unbossed Award at #CBC2025. Grateful to stand with bold leaders like Santita Jackson, Isaiah Thomas, Rep. Rashida Tlaib & Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
I'm thrilled to have the endorsement of Fems for Dems! Your trust and support mean so much. Together, we"ll keep fighting for strong schools, healthy communities, and a brighter future for Michigan families. #TeamPugh #FemsforDems #SD35
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
It’s official! I had the honor, with Board Secretary Dr. Judith Pritchett, of signing the contract to welcome Dr. @DrMaleyko as Michigan’s next State Superintendent. This is what real leadership looks like. A bipartisan board putting kids first.
#MIEd #KidsFirst
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Endorsement Alert 🚨📣 50+ elected officials, faith leaders, education champions have endorsed my candidacy for State Senate MI SD35. Together, putting people first. *Titles/affiliations for identification only. #SD35 #TeamPugh #StrongSchoolsStrongCommunities #PublicHealth #Infrastructure #Leadership
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Michigan State Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh and education leaders in the Saginaw, Bay, and Midland area issued the following statement regarding U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon’s visit to the Great Lakes Bay Region.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
No schools budget. Kids losing lunches. A shutdown looming. But MI GOP leaders still have time for BBQ and banter with ex-WWE exec turned U.S. Ed Secretary Linda McMahon at the fairgrounds. We don’t need more photo ops—we need leaders who do the work. www.theheraldreview.com/news/article...
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Linda McMahon to speak at Schuette Barbeque on Sept. 8
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon will be among the speakers at the Midland County Republican Party's annual Bill Schuette Barbeque on Monday, Sept. 8 at the Midland County Fairgrounds.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
What I Learned After the Levees Broke And Why It Matters in MI-35 20 years ago, I heard Katrina survivors say, “I’m just glad to be back in America.” I carry their stories with me still. We need experienced leaders who show up before crisis hits. I’m ready, pugh-michigan.com.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
I welcome the announcement of the special election for Michigan’s 35th Senate District. I’ve spent my career fighting for working families, public health, and every child’s right to thrive. I’m ready to lead—and I won’t back down. Visit Us: pugh-michigan.com
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
As Board of Ed. Pres. & Flint’s former Health Adviser, I know the chaos when politicians weaponize power. From dismantling public Ed to taking away meals to forcing CDC leaders out under anti-science pressure, GOP is harming children & communities. #ScienceMatters #KidsFirst #CDC
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
On Tuesday, The Michigan State Board of Education selected @DrMaleyko as Michigan’s next State Superintendent. Through a bipartisan, transparent, and student-centered process, we kept kids at the center every step of the way. #MIed #PublicEducation #KidsFirst #EdLeadership
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
I’m honored to kick off my campaign with the endorsement of @314action.bsky.social! As a public health expert, I believe science + data must guide policy. Let’s bring bold, commonsense leadership to Lansing. ttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/social-twitter #MISenate #District35 #PamelaPugh
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
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Pugh to focus on economic opportunity, education in bid for still empty 35th State Senate seat • Michigan Advance
As the state waits on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to call a special election for the vacant state 35th Senate District, Michigan Board of Education President Pamela Pugh made her bid for the seat official l...
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Guardian System (She/Her) @kodochara.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
For Michigan State Senate District Special Election, Pamela Pugh! @pamelapughmi.bsky.social midmichigannow.com/news/local/p...
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Pamela Pugh to run for Michigan's open 35th District State Senate seat
Pamela Pugh, the president of State Board of Education, has announced her bid to fill the State Senate seat left vacant by Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Big news! I’ve launched my campaign for Michigan’s 35th Senate District. This isn’t just a campaign. It’s a movement to center economic opportunity, education & public health. Let’s build a stronger, more resilient Michigan. 📺 Watch + Join + Donate: secure.actblue.com/donate/pamel...
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
July 4th is complex. Holding space for tension between celebration + struggle, pride + pain. We show up. We unite. We celebrate what is and fight for what must be. No time to retreat. We’ve come too far. We never forget that this land is yours + mine. We build freedom together. #UnitedForFreedom 🇺🇸
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
Thanks to everyone who joined us in Saginaw for an education roundtable with gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson. Saginaw has felt the weight of economic challenges but our community brought facts, urgency, and hope to the table. Together, we’re raising the bar for what our children deserve.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
I was recognized as a 2025 MI-ACE Contemporary Public Policy Pioneer! I'm deeply humbled to join the ranks of trailblazing leaders. Thanks to MI-ACE policy committee for this tremendous honor.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Happy Father’s Day to my father, John Pugh, and to all the fathers out there! The grit, values, and virtues my dad passed down to me, my sisters, nieces and nephews, and so many others have shaped who we are and how we lead. His legacy lives on in us every single day.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Today we came together as a community to honor the brave souls who gave all. A powerful day of remembrance. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #Gratitude #FallenButNotForgotten
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
Memorial Day is not just a holiday it’s a moment to reflect, to remember, to give thanks. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #Gratitude #FallenButNotForgotten
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Craig Mauger @craigmauger.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Michigan's State Board of Education is calling for mandatory limits on class sizes to be implemented by the 2030-31 school year. The resolution comes after an investigation by The @detroitnews.bsky.social that published in April. www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...
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State Board of Education calls for smaller class sizes after Detroit News investigation
The proposal, if enacted by state lawmakers, would represent a sea change for Michigan schools as leaders look to boost struggling literacy rates.
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
Them: Enjoy your weekend Us: Standing side-by-side, educators, students, parents, community, pouring into & fighting for our children. #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeRise #ProtectOurScools #PeopleforPublicEducationRally #Rodeo #BootsOntheGround #SaginawACTSOCompetition #BayCity #Saginaw #Lansing
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