Barb Byrum
@barbbyrum.bsky.social
I’m Barb Byrum 👋 I’m running to serve the people of Michigan as Secretary of State. Crisis-tested. Community-focused. 💪 Fighter for voting rights. 🛠️ Former hardware store owner. 🌈 Proud advocate for equality. Let’s fix what’s broken. Linktree.com/BarbByrum
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Barb Byrum
@barbbyrum.bsky.social
· May 21
As the Ingham County Clerk, I've been a fierce defender of what’s right my entire 18-year career as a public servant – and I’m taking my passion for safe, secure, and accessible elections to the next level.
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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!
Right said, FRED!
See you all at convention!
January 16, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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!
Right said, FRED!
See you all at convention!
🚨 Trump says "we shouldn't even have an election" in 2026.
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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:
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January 15, 2026 at 6:29 PM
🚨 Trump says "we shouldn't even have an election" in 2026.
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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.
January 11, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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.
Thank you to UA Local 671 for your endorsement and support!
January 11, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Thank you to UA Local 671 for your endorsement and support!
We have crossed paths on the campaign trail and have gotten to know each other. I am so thankful for Diop’s endorsement.
January 11, 2026 at 2:38 PM
We have crossed paths on the campaign trail and have gotten to know each other. I am so thankful for Diop’s endorsement.
Three former members of Congress have endorsed Barb Byrum for Secretary of State.
January 10, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Three former members of Congress have endorsed Barb Byrum for Secretary of State.
County Clerks, Democrats and Republicans, across the state agree that Barb is the most qualified and best candidate to be our next Secretary of State.
January 10, 2026 at 4:38 PM
County Clerks, Democrats and Republicans, across the state agree that Barb is the most qualified and best candidate to be our next Secretary of State.
I am so thankful for the endorsement of former Michigan Assistant Secretary of State Peters. Michigan needs a Secretary of State who knows election administration backwards and forwards.
January 10, 2026 at 2:42 PM
I am so thankful for the endorsement of former Michigan Assistant Secretary of State Peters. Michigan needs a Secretary of State who knows election administration backwards and forwards.
I am so thankful for these Michigan County Commissioners who have joined Team Byrum!
January 9, 2026 at 10:37 PM
I am so thankful for these Michigan County Commissioners who have joined Team Byrum!
I am so thankful for the many former legislators who have endorsed my candidacy for Secretary of State.
January 9, 2026 at 7:15 PM
I am so thankful for the many former legislators who have endorsed my candidacy for Secretary of State.
I have had the pleasure of working with the Greater Lansing Labor Council for over a decade. I am so thankful for their continued support and endorsement.
January 9, 2026 at 2:13 PM
I have had the pleasure of working with the Greater Lansing Labor Council for over a decade. I am so thankful for their continued support and endorsement.
The folks at Indivisible Fighting 9 in Ferndale the other night are proof that we are better when we stick together. Thank you for the warm welcome and all the support.
Welcome to Team Byrum!
Welcome to Team Byrum!
January 8, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The folks at Indivisible Fighting 9 in Ferndale the other night are proof that we are better when we stick together. Thank you for the warm welcome and all the support.
Welcome to Team Byrum!
Welcome to Team Byrum!
The type of candidate I am is one who understands.
January 5, 2026 at 11:40 PM
The type of candidate I am is one who understands.
It only took 40,000 miles of crisscrossing the state to get a nail in my tire. But nothing is going to stop me from putting in the hard work for Michigan. Back to work tomorrow with a patched tire and a full tank of gas! 🫱🏻✋🏻 🚙💨
December 13, 2025 at 4:16 AM
It only took 40,000 miles of crisscrossing the state to get a nail in my tire. But nothing is going to stop me from putting in the hard work for Michigan. Back to work tomorrow with a patched tire and a full tank of gas! 🫱🏻✋🏻 🚙💨
Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the holiday party at the Crawford County Democratic Party was so delightful!
December 12, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the holiday party at the Crawford County Democratic Party was so delightful!
You know you are from Michigan when you grab a shovel but not a coat.
December 10, 2025 at 2:11 PM
You know you are from Michigan when you grab a shovel but not a coat.
Facts are facts: there is only one candidate for Secretary of State with practical experience running elections and only one candidate who has won every time her name was on the ballot. And that candidate is me. 👇
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December 8, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Facts are facts: there is only one candidate for Secretary of State with practical experience running elections and only one candidate who has won every time her name was on the ballot. And that candidate is me. 👇
Santa can't endorse in political contests for obvious reasons, but I'm pretty sure he and Mrs. Claus are on Team Byrum. Plus, they must be an election workers... they run the North Poll! #JokeThenVote
December 4, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Santa can't endorse in political contests for obvious reasons, but I'm pretty sure he and Mrs. Claus are on Team Byrum. Plus, they must be an election workers... they run the North Poll! #JokeThenVote
Hi 👋 Happy Tuesday!
December 3, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Hi 👋 Happy Tuesday!
Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving.
November 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving.
There is a lot to be thankful for this week and I am particularly thankful for the kind and generous support of the plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters from across the state who have come out in support of my candidacy.
November 24, 2025 at 1:24 PM
There is a lot to be thankful for this week and I am particularly thankful for the kind and generous support of the plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters from across the state who have come out in support of my candidacy.
Today, I visited the picket line for Teamsters Local 332 nurses and delivered some baked goods to keep spirits up and morale high. Standing in solidarity means more than just talk. To stand up, you have to show up!
November 16, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Today, I visited the picket line for Teamsters Local 332 nurses and delivered some baked goods to keep spirits up and morale high. Standing in solidarity means more than just talk. To stand up, you have to show up!
Exciting News:
The over 2,500 members of
UA Local 636 made up of expert union pipefitters, steamfitters, and HVAC service technicians in Southeast Michigan have joined Team Byrum!
The over 2,500 members of
UA Local 636 made up of expert union pipefitters, steamfitters, and HVAC service technicians in Southeast Michigan have joined Team Byrum!
November 12, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Exciting News:
The over 2,500 members of
UA Local 636 made up of expert union pipefitters, steamfitters, and HVAC service technicians in Southeast Michigan have joined Team Byrum!
The over 2,500 members of
UA Local 636 made up of expert union pipefitters, steamfitters, and HVAC service technicians in Southeast Michigan have joined Team Byrum!