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Barb Byrum

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I’m Barb Byrum πŸ‘‹ I’m running to serve the people of Michigan as Secretary of State. Crisis-tested. Community-focused. πŸ’ͺ Fighter for voting rights. πŸ› οΈ Former hardware store owner. 🌈 Proud advocate for equality. Let’s fix what’s broken. Linktree.com/BarbByrum

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This is why we need a Secretary of State who has fought Donald Trump on his Executive Orders and won, like me.

Election integrity is going to be tested like never before by the federal government this year and two years from now. We need leaders who are ready to meet that moment.

28.02.2026 00:32 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Barb Byrum for Secretary of State Barb Byrum brings 18 years of public service shaped by Michigan values and a deep commitment to her community. From the State House to the County Clerk’s office, she has delivered results that matter ...

In this political climate especially, Michigan needs a Secretary of State who understands election administration backwards and forwards in order to maintain safe, secure, and accurate elections.
www.BarbByrum.com

25.02.2026 20:16 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I had a great time speaking with Charlevoix Moving Michigan Forward about Absentee Voting and other election topics.

25.02.2026 20:16 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Uncertainties facing Michigan clerks mount ahead of key election Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's office said Michigan election administrators were preparing for a "range of potential threats" to the election.

It is more important today that our next Secretary of State have election experience and be ready to defend our democracy on day one. Join the team at www.BarbByrum.com

www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...

23.02.2026 19:23 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What an amazing turnout for the Van Buren County Democrats Precinct Party, this weekend. It was a fun and relaxing opportunity to get to know one another better. Thank you!!

23.02.2026 14:24 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We need a Secretary of State who is an expert on elections to step in Day One to fight back against Donald Trump and Congress' attempts to undermine our elections and I am that candidate.

20.02.2026 16:08 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Earlier this year, I rallied local and county election officials to join a lawsuit to halt implementation of the Executive Order and last month a judge ruled in our favor, blocking key provisions of that order.

20.02.2026 16:08 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you Attorney General Nessel. I have said for months that this legislation (and the executive order that preceded it) are blatant attempts to disenfranchise voters, disproportionately affecting women, people of color, and rural voters.

20.02.2026 16:08 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I am sad to learn of the passing of Rev Jesse Jackson. May he rest in peace and may we keep hope alive.

17.02.2026 22:55 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to Michigan State Conference of the IBEW for your continued friendship and endorsement!

17.02.2026 18:52 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you South Haven Mayor Annie Brown for supporting my campaign for Secretary of State!
I am so honored to have you on #TeamByrum

16.02.2026 16:33 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Roses are red
Violets are blue
Protecting elections
Is what I do! β€οΈπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ—³οΈ

14.02.2026 15:35 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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"Barb is a proven fighter who is ready to fightΒ back againstΒ Donald Trump and anyone who tries to subvert our democracy. We need her experience as Secretary of State."
Gilda Jacobs
Former State Senator

13.02.2026 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today I attended White Shirt Day. It is important to show up for your friends and I will always show up when I'm needed.

12.02.2026 00:48 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump call to 'nationalize' elections sees bipartisan backlash from Michigan officials State and local officials in Michigan are responding after President Donald Trump suggested the federal government should start running elections."

We used to worry about floods or power outages disrupting our elections. Now our tabletop exercises are about Donald Trump sending federal agents to interfere with the election...

06.02.2026 21:44 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

"When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time."
-Maya Angelou

Donald Trump's first time was long ago... Last night, he posted a racist video of former President Obama & former First Lady Michelle Obama. There is no place for this offensive rhetoric.

06.02.2026 20:05 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Hot take: Performative doesn’t mean useless.

In this episode, we talk about why signs, hats, symbols & small actions are often the gateway to real organizingβ€”not the enemy.

If we want people to level up, we have to stop shutting them down on Level 1!

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03.02.2026 15:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Election Administrators know that you need an expert to keep our democracy safe. Proud to add yet another leader in the Clerk community to Team Byrum!

02.02.2026 18:45 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The fight for our democracy is not theoretical. The FBI is conducting a raid on the elections office in Fulton County, GA & Michigan could be next. We need a Secretary of State who knows what to do on day one when Donald Trump orders the feds to roll up. I'm that candidate.

28.01.2026 20:38 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I'm the first person who will stand up and passionately fight for our rights. But we have to do so safely and respectfully and under the scope of the law. I hope that Congresswoman Omar is safe and that this man who attacked her receives the appropriate justice for his assault.

28.01.2026 14:10 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the six million Jewish lives and all those murdered in the Holocaust. We remember the survivors, listen to their stories, and recommit ourselves to standing against antisemitism, hatred, and violence in all forms.

28.01.2026 02:37 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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FRED is FIRED UP and excited to hear about elections and how important it is to preserve our democracy.

Right said, FRED!
See you all at convention!

16.01.2026 00:43 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Barb Byrum for Secretary of State Barb Byrum brings 18 years of public service shaped by Michigan values and a deep commitment to her community. From the State House to the County Clerk’s office, she has delivered results that matter ...

When I'm your Secretary of State you can count on me to fight for you. Because our Democracy is worth fighting for. www.BarbByrum.com

15.01.2026 18:29 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I've been running elections for over a decade in Michigan, and no one man gets to tell us that we have to give up our right to vote.

15.01.2026 18:29 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The attacks on our Democracy have never been so blatant and transparent. Trump wants to be a dictator and it will take a Secretary of State who knows elections backward and forward to fight back.

15.01.2026 18:29 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Five takeaways from the Reuters interview of President Trump Reuters sat down with U.S. President Donald Trump for an interview in the Oval Office on Wednesday. Here are some takeaways from the 30-minute exchange:

🚨 Trump says "we shouldn't even have an election" in 2026.
www.reuters.com/world/us/fiv...

15.01.2026 18:29 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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This weekend, I completed a continuing education class for my national certification as a Certified Elections/Registration Administrator with Election Center. Election administration is more than a job for me: It is a passion.

11.01.2026 19:29 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to UA Local 671 for your endorsement and support!

11.01.2026 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0