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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

President Trump's immigration crackdown experiment has failed. No one is safer, and perhaps safety was never the point. It's past time for it to end and for all those responsible for this pain and cruelty be held accountable.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

For nearly 250 years, we have stood as a beacon of liberty for the tired, the poor, the hurdled masses of the world, yearning to breathe free. No matter who’s in charge, no matter what they do, they cannot erase that. Happy Independence Day. #July4

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Whether you’re on Medicaid or not, we will all feel these cuts when rural hospitals, children’s hospitals and OB units start facing closure. I don’t know about you, but keeping those open are more important than another damn tax cut for the rich. www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...

detroitnews.com

Michigan hospitals warn of reduced care if Senate enacts Medicaid cuts in 'beautiful bill'

Some Michigan hospitals are likely to reduce services and staff or close under the proposal, according to the Michigan Health & Hospital Association.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

From John Ball Park to Highland Park, the Blue Bridge to the Covered Bridge, Happy #616Day to everyone in greater Grand Rapids! Whether you want to #DiscoverAda or #KeepCrestonFunky, I hope everyone in HD-81 gets a moment to celebrate the great place we call home.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Quality education is not a one-size-fits-all investment. I’m proud to bring forward a K-12 budget plan that invests in every level of learning, from PreK and literacy support to CTE and teacher retention. @mihousedems.bsky.social are funding a future for all kids.

A graphic with colorful text on a scrapbook-like background with school-themed illustrations. The text reads, "House Dems are investing in every aspect of education to ensure our kids have a successful future."

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

All gave some. Some gave all. Please remember the reason for today and commemorate those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of our nation. #MemorialDay

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

ICYMI: Trump's trade war will cost 13,000 jobs. #MiLeg

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Medicaid is on the chopping block - unless we act now.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

To the moms and mother figures who raised us, stood by us and lifted us up, thank you. Happy Mother’s Day to all!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Thanks to everyone who came to our coffee hour this morning! We had some great conversations about protecting voting rights, preparing for the looming federal cuts, possible bipartisan housing solutions and so much more. Hope to see you there next month!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

MI House GOP allowed antisemitic claims that Jewish Americans were illegally registered to vote, as if their ethnicity proved election rigging. These antisemitic remarks got a platform today. Culture wars won’t do a damn thing to help Michigan survive this trade war. #MiLeg

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

Happy Easter to everyone celebrating! Now, more than ever, take comfort in knowing that renewal comes from personal sacrifice in the pursuit of justice.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Just introduced my first bill! I'm proud to join Reps. @votepenelope.bsky.social, Mike Hoadley and Pat Outman on in this bipartisan package to move the earliest start date for local terms of office to December 1, ensuring military and overseas voters are counted and elections are certified first.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

People cannot buy a home, cars are groceries are getting more expensive, yet we’re wasting time to re-litigate an election that’s now 5 years old.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Had a great time stopping by the @mrccunion.bsky.social “Tools to Schools” bus the other week. This amazing program is helping students envision a career in the skilled trades. Thanks for all you do and letting me drive a few nails in!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

Say it with me now: THE GOP ROAD PLAN IS A ROAD MAP TO GUT THE SAFETY NET.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

So-called “proof of citizenship” are only good at three things: blocking the right to vote, forcing citizens to pay for the right to vote and fostering chaos. That's why I voted no in committee and joined my colleagues condemning the proposed constitutional amendment.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Happy International Women’s Day! Gender equality is not exclusive — it’s for everyone. #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

When we read, we unlock our minds to new worlds, new ideas and new frontiers. Excited to stop by a few schools this month to share some of my favorite books!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s address tonight set a tone we must keep to get things done this year, Democrats and Republicans. I was especially heartened to hear her call for an historic $2 billion investment for housing and permitting reform so we can build, baby, build!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

While they campaigned on lowering costs, it’s telling when 12 state house Republicans are chomping at the bit to undo marriage equality. That’s why I was proud to stand with my fellow @mihousedems.bsky.social defending our LGBTQ friends and family.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Hoping everyone is enjoying a great Valentine's Day and has a great weekend. Cheers!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

MI House Republicans don't run immigration enforcement, but they want to penalize communities that don't meet their definition for fully complying with ICE - even if local practices were made to protect citizens from being wrongfully detained. Watch my first floor speech here: buff.ly/4gISFzp

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Had the opportunity to hear more amazing things being done by our Grand Rapids Public Schools at last night’s “State of our Schools” address. Enrollment is up. Graduation rates are up. Teacher and driver vacancies are down. Truly a district on the rise!

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Today I'm celebrating Rosa Parks. Her activism in the face of the Jim Crow South turned the tide in the Civil Rights Movement and modeled a quiet courage for all. Join me in celebrating her legacy this #RosaParksDay.

A black-and-white photo of Rosa Parks sitting on a bus. White text at the top reads, “I believe we are here on the planet Earth to live, grow up, and do what we can to make this world a better place for all people to enjoy freedom. - Rosa Parks.”

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

“Real education means to inspire people to live more abundantly, to learn to begin with life as they find it and make it better" - Carter G. Woodson, father of Black History Month. Let us lift up our entire history, good and bad, so we may inspire ourselves to strive for that more perfect union.

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS: The freedom to vote and to have your vote counted is under attack. As the Democratic vice-chair on the elections committee, I'm ready to defend it. Also excited to protect our air, water and support a key sector in West MI on the natural resources & tourism committee. #MiLeg

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Rep. Stephen Wooden @repwooden.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Welcome to my stateside @bsky.app account! I'm excited to share updates from Lansing and the 81st District from here. #MiLeg

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