Karen Holcomb-Merrill

Karen Holcomb-Merrill

@kholcombmerrill.bsky.social

Social justice advocate. πŸ’™ Married into MSU Spartan fam. πŸ’šMama/Nana. Lions πŸ’™.Made in the Mitten. Views=my own.

138 Followers 266 Following 7 Posts Joined Nov 2024
7 months ago
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Rural communities deserve better – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in The Alpena News. Growing up in rural Michigan, I learned early on how important community is. We cheered on the football team and showed up to school ev...

"Medicaid is the backbone of rural health care, and nearly 30,000 jobs throughout Michigan are supported by it, including nurses, hospital staff, mental health professionals and home care workers."

Read the latest column from @kholcombmerrill.bsky.social: bit.ly/4eYpFnU

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This is how it’s done.

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Oh look. A President, a Governor, a Mayor - all at the crash site at the Chesapeake Bay with first responders. Not swimming. Showing empathy and leadership.

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Goodbye Target. Hello, Costco.

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Come join me at the League in this important work!

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Immigrants of all statuses help make our country great, our economy thrive, and our communities more vibrant. #immigrantswelcome

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As many companies back down to pressure on DEI, Costco takes a stand: β€œOur commitment to an enterprise rooted in respect and inclusion is appropriate and necessary.” www.newsweek.com/costco-board...

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Thank you, Senator Stabenow, for 48 remarkable years of service to Michigan. Your unwavering dedication, leadership, and commitment to our state have left an indelible mark. Michigan is stronger because of you.

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Worried he could split the D vote and lead to an R winning.....

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Now is the time for action on water affordability A version of this column originally appeared in Michigan Advance. As we enter the β€œLame Duck” period β€” the window between an election and the end of a legislative session β€” it’s fitting that our lawma...

#waterisahumanright Orginally run in Michigan Advance, Senior Policy Analyst Julie Cassidy reflects on the growing issue of unaffordable water and sewer bills across the "Great Lake State".

Read more: mlpp.org/now-is-the-t...

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Today is the day! Support your favorite small businesses! #SmallbusinessSaturday

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Perfect timing for those of us looking for a little escape from the madness….

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Critical thinking and empathy are the most important things that will ensure sustainable human existence.

The current deterioration of both is the biggest problem humanity faces.

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Lions!! πŸ’™πŸ’™ #OnePride

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I’ve seen enough to make a call: Bluesky is going to be a legit competitor to Twitter.

Sweet.

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2024 Lame Duck Watch List Updated November 5, 2024 During the Lame Duck session, advocacy is more important than ever. While it is important for people to speak out against bad policies that may arise, it is equally important ...

Duck...duck...ACT!
Here are the League's priorities for Lame Duck in #mileg.
mlpp.org/2024-lame-du...

Our sights are set on big progress for workers, kids + families in the mitten.
#paidleave #wateraffordability #pdab #momnibus #tobacco #tenantsrights #paydaylending #secondlook #unemploymentreform

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Looking for Michigan political journalists? Here's a good start!

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Thank you! Sharing!

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