Karen Holcomb-Merrill
@kholcombmerrill.bsky.social
Social justice advocate. 💙 Married into
MSU Spartan fam. 💚Mama/Nana. Lions 💙.Made in the Mitten. Views=my own.
MSU Spartan fam. 💚Mama/Nana. Lions 💙.Made in the Mitten. Views=my own.
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"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."
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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...
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July 16, 2025 at 9:26 PM
"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
Read the latest column from @kholcombmerrill.bsky.social: bit.ly/4eYpFnU
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This is how it’s done.
Gov. Mills: I’ll comply with the state and federal laws
Trump: We are the federal law. You better do it because you’re not going to get any federal funds.
Gov Mills: See you in court
Trump: We are the federal law. You better do it because you’re not going to get any federal funds.
Gov Mills: See you in court
February 21, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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.
February 1, 2025 at 12:53 AM
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.
Shop at COSTCO, folks. The only company that didn't cave and furthermore doubled down on DEI efforts and said it has helped their revenue, their products, their employees, and their customers.
Target rolls back DEI initiatives, the latest big company to retreat cnb.cx/3POyGEd
January 25, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Goodbye Target. Hello, Costco.
Come join me at the League in this important work!
We're Hiring! Policy Analyst: Immigration, Criminal Justice and Juvenile Justice Policy mlpp.org/now-hiring-s...
Now Hiring: Senior Policy Analyst/Policy Analyst: Immigration, Criminal Justice and Juvenile Justice Policy
The Michigan League for Public Policy is a statewide research and advocacy organization that works to support economic security, equity and well-being for all Michigan residents through community enga...
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January 17, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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
December 29, 2024 at 1:08 AM
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: “Our commitment to an enterprise rooted in respect and inclusion is appropriate and necessary.” www.newsweek.com/costco-board...
December 28, 2024 at 2:22 AM
As many companies back down to pressure on DEI, Costco takes a stand: “Our 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.
December 26, 2024 at 5:44 PM
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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#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".
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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 “Lame Duck” period — the window between an election and the end of a legislative session — it’s fitting that our lawma...
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December 3, 2024 at 10:14 PM
#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...
Read more: mlpp.org/now-is-the-t...
Today is the day! Support your favorite small businesses! #SmallbusinessSaturday
November 30, 2024 at 2:31 PM
Today is the day! Support your favorite small businesses! #SmallbusinessSaturday
Perfect timing for those of us looking for a little escape from the madness….
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November 26, 2024 at 11:42 AM
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.
The current deterioration of both is the biggest problem humanity faces.
November 25, 2024 at 12:44 PM
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.
The current deterioration of both is the biggest problem humanity faces.
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I’ve seen enough to make a call: Bluesky is going to be a legit competitor to Twitter.
Sweet.
Sweet.
November 17, 2024 at 1:59 AM
I’ve seen enough to make a call: Bluesky is going to be a legit competitor to Twitter.
Sweet.
Sweet.
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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
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
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 ...
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November 15, 2024 at 8:31 PM
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
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
Looking for Michigan political journalists? Here's a good start!
Made a starter pack for MI journalists covering politics. Let me know who I'm missing. go.bsky.app/2JJ7KH2
November 15, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Looking for Michigan political journalists? Here's a good start!