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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · 12d

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 · 22d

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 · 24d

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 · 29d

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 · Sep 10

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 · Sep 4

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...

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.

www.theheraldreview.com

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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Sep 4

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 · Aug 30

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 · Aug 28

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

Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Aug 28

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

Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Aug 6

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 · Jul 22

michiganadvance.com/2025/07/21/p...

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...

michiganadvance.com

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AnnieChara (Keep calling VISA) @kodochara.bsky.social · Jul 18

For Michigan State Senate District Special Election, Pamela Pugh! @pamelapughmi.bsky.social midmichigannow.com/news/local/p...

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.

midmichigannow.com

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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Jul 17

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 · Jul 5

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 · Jun 29

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 · Jun 19

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 · Jun 16

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 · May 27

Today we came together as a community to honor the brave souls who gave all. A powerful day of remembrance.
#MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #Gratitude #FallenButNotForgotten

Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · May 26

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 · May 14

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...

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.

www.detroitnews.com

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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Apr 27

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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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Apr 25

MI Department of Ed. would like to inform you of a multistate lawsuit filed today by Michigan AG Nessel and AG’s in 18 other states challenging the U.S. Department of Ed’s threat to withhold federal funding from state & local agencies refusing to abandon diversity, equity, inclusion in pre-K-12.

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Dr. Pamela Pugh @pamelapughmi.bsky.social · Apr 23

It’s about [INSERT WORD] Time! And thank you 💛💙

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