State Representative Sharon MacDonell
@repmacdonell.bsky.social
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Representing House District 56: Clawson, Troy, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Bloomfield Township
One year ago, our community lost a five-year-old boy when a hyperbaric chamber exploded while he was receiving treatment inside it. While the owner and manager of the treatment center face criminal charges, there is nothing we can say or do to bring him back. My thoughts are with his family today.
4 days ago
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Today is the Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution, which commemorates Fred Korematsuโs life of advocating for all Americansโ civil rights.
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#resist
#FredKorematsuDay
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ICE has created a nationwide crisis using dangerous and unconstitutional tactics, to the point of killing American citizens. We owe it to the people of Michigan to protect them from this violent and out-of-control agency. I'm a proud co-sponsor of these bills to reign them in.
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7 days ago
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My first Community Conversation of 2026 is in two weeks at the Troy Community Center. I hope to see you there!
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9 days ago
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I was so inspired by the students, parents, and teachers who participated in today's MLK Jr. Day of Service events at Troy Athens High School and Clawson High School. Today we truly lived up to Dr. King's immortal words: "The time is always right to do what is right".
#MLKDay2026
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15 days ago
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Dr. King stood up for justice and worked endlessly to create the change he wished to see in the world. Today, we honor his vision and renew our commitment to creating lasting change.
#MLKDay
16 days ago
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My statement on yesterday's killing of Renee Good. Trump's ICE force is reckless, poorly trained, unprofessional, and focused on terrorizing the president's political enemies. They are making Americans less safe, and the officer who shot Ms Good must be fired immediately.
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27 days ago
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Today's ruling confirms what we already knew: House Republicans' attempted theft from new mothers, sexual assault survivors, and other vulnerable Michiganders was not only unethica,l but unconstitutional. Thanks to the AG's swift action, the funds will be restored.
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28 days ago
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Last night's illegal invasion of Venezuela was just our weak President's latest attempt to distract from his many crimes and domestic policy failures. There is no sane justification for this, US Congress did not approve this, and the American people did not ask for this.
#NoWarInVenezuela
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about 1 month ago
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Wishing a Merry Christmas to all who celebrate in our community! May your days be merry and bright ๐ โ
about 1 month ago
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Like all demagogues, Trump seeks to divide Americans against each other by race, religion, and national origin. And like all nations that have gone down the dark path, we would be worse off if he succeeds.
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about 2 months ago
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Thank you, Michigan Senate Democrats, for standing up for young moms, kids with cancer, abuse survivors, and local infrastructure. Thank you for saying no to cruelty and heartlessness. This is what REAL leadership looks like.
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about 2 months ago
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Merry Christmas from MAGA Matt Hall!
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#mipolitics
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about 2 months ago
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MI House Republicans just ripped funding away from the Troy Historic Village. This is a slap in the face to our community and our history. They must reinstate the funding and apologize now!
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about 2 months ago
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House Republicans unilaterally slashed funding for a program that provides therapy to children who've been sexually assaulted. That program wasn't "waste, fraud, and abuse". Their actions are the abuse.
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about 2 months ago
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BREAKING: Michigan's mini-Trump takes from kids with cancer, two weeks before Christmas.
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about 2 months ago
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Just 2 weeks before Christmas, Matt Hall and House Republicans ripped away funding for moms, infants, and KIDS WITH CANCER. And in line with their usual hypocrisy, this move was one of the least transparent maneuvers in state history.
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about 2 months ago
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With the risk of icy roads and extremely low temperatures, the Michigan State Police encourage Michiganders to make a plan for winter weather emergency preparedness. To learn more about how to prepare, check out the MIREADY Winter Weather Preparedness page at
michigan.gov/miready
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about 2 months ago
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My final Community Conversation of the year will be next Monday, December 15th in Clawson. I'm excited to take your questions and give a review of the 2025 legislative year. I hope to see you there!
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about 2 months ago
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Had a great time earlier this week at Clawson's annual Christmas tree lighting! It's always so heartwarming to see our community getting into the holiday spirit together ๐ ๐
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2 months ago
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MAGA Republican tariffs mean fewer gifts for Michigan's kids. Merry Christmas, I guess?
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2 months ago
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Thanks to President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill", eligibility for the SNAP food assistance program is being restricted starting today. If you're on the Food Assistance Program in Michigan, this could affect you. Visit MDHHS's website to learn more:
www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assist...
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https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/food/learn-more/work-requirements
2 months ago
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Thereโs a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Higher prices from MAGA incompetence arenโt on the list!
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2 months ago
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reposted by
State Representative Sharon MacDonell
Michigan Legislative Disability Caucus
2 months ago
Thanks so much to everyone following this account! Please feel free to use this space to promote programs, collaborate on ideas, ask questions, share articles and success stories, and start conversations.
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It was my honor to present a tribute to the Michigan Cricket Association USA, signed by Governor Whitmer and Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, congratulating them on their 25th anniversary!
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3 months ago
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This week I introduced a resolution declaring November as Adoption Month. People sometimes tell my husband and I that we're special because we adopted, but I disagree. The truth is that our daughters adopted us. They gave us the family we longed for and the life and love we cherish
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3 months ago
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Happening tomorrow!
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3 months ago
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Unsurprisingly, the Republican-controlled House refused to adopt my resolution defending Michigan's naturalized citizens. After all, Speaker Hall defended a member of his caucus who claimed that Michiganders of non-European descend cannot be loyal to the US.
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3 months ago
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Today I am calling on the US Department of Justice to end their targeting and demonization of peaceful naturalized citizens. Naturalized citizens are NOT second-class citizens, and I will not stand idly by while the Trump administration tries to take away their rights.
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3 months ago
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Today, we honor our veterans and their families who sacrificed for our country. Thank you to all who served.
#VeteransDay
3 months ago
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Today, we honor our veterans and their families who sacrificed for our country. Thank you to all who served.
#VeteransDay
3 months ago
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Trump and Republicans in Congress are using healthcare and hungry families as hostages during their government shutdown. Stop the political games, obey the courts, and fund SNAP now!!
#mileg
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#trumpshutdown
3 months ago
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Michigan is home to 375,000 naturalized citizens - people who work hard, pay taxes, and love America so much they they left their country of origin to make it their home. I won't stand idly by while Trump persecutes and demonizes them.
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MacDonell: Naturalized citizens deserve protection, not persecution
Over the last decade, extremist views on immigration have crept into mainstream politics, affecting not only undocumented individuals but also lawful, naturalized citizens.
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/opinion/2025/11/06/macdonell-naturalized-citizens-deserve-protection-not-persecution/87108124007/
3 months ago
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My next community conversation will be on Saturday, November 15th at the Royal Oak Senior Community Center. I hope to see you there! RSVP here!
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3 months ago
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Thanks to pressure from Democratic governors, Trump has agreed to obey the law and fund SNAP throughout his shutdown. But he's only agreed to fund it at half its normal level, because he wants as many Americans as possible to starve while he builds his ballroom.
#trumpshutdown
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3 months ago
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Washington Republicans are stopping SNAP benefits (aka the Food Assistance Program in Michigan) starting November 1. If you need help, call 211 or visit one of these sites to find a food bank in your area:
mi211.org
forgottenharvest.org/find-food/
feedingamerica.org/need-help-fi..
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#resist
#savesnap
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3 months ago
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Trump's pause of SNAP payments takes effect on Saturday, Nov 1st. If your benefits will be impacted, call 2-1-1 or go to their website to find the nearest food banks to you:
mi211.org
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Michigan 211
Need help with food, housing, or paying utility bills? Need help with a community disaster? Just call, text, or search online to find help.
https://mi211.org
3 months ago
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I am deeply saddened to learn that Jeanne Stine, Troy's beloved former mayor, passed away yesterday. Mayor Stine served her community for decades and made history as the first woman to be elected Mayor of Troy.
3 months ago
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Republicans in Washington are taking advantage of the government shutdown - which they started - to take food off the tables of 1.3 MILLION Michiganders.
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3 months ago
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The great
@staterepsteph.bsky.social
and I agree on 99% of things, but here's where we disagree: U of M is winning tomorrow night!!
#GoBlue
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3 months ago
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Happening tomorrow. I hope to see you there!
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3 months ago
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The Michigan House's U of M alumni showed some school spirit before Saturday's game. So did the other school's alumni, but WE know we're the Leaders and Best.
#GOBLUE
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3 months ago
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The Trump regime's decision to halt SNAP benefits will mean thousands of children and seniors across Michigan going hungry. I am outraged for them. And what makes this situation all the more outrageous is that it was completely preventable. (1/3)
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3 months ago
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Women with disabilities earn just 56 cents for every dollar earned by non-disabled men. On this Disabled Women's Equal Pay Day, let's commit to closing the wage gap and removing barriers to success. If I've learned anything as Chair of the Disability Caucus, it's that systems need to change.
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3 months ago
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Wishing a happy Diwali to all who celebrate! May your homes be filled with light, laughter and love๐๐ช
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4 months ago
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Tomorrow millions of patriots who love their country and their Constitution will rally for one simple principle: that we, the people rule.
#NoKings
#NoKingsInAmerica
4 months ago
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My next community conversation will be on Saturday, 10/25 at the Troy Public Library. Stick around afterwards for a tour led by library staff. The TPL is truly a crown jewel of our community!
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4 months ago
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I stand in solidarity with SEIU healthcare workers at the Optalis nursing home in Bloomfield Township as they negotiate for fair wages. Optalis' owners must bargain in good faith and treat their workers with the respect they deserve.
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4 months ago
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Last week I went on the Wayne RESA Roundtable podcast to discuss my guardianship reform legislation. Listen to learn about how this legislation would help people with developmental disabilities. Thank you to Beth Santer of Wayne County RESA for hosting me!
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4 months ago
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In this year's budget, I am proud to have secured an over $10 million funding increase for school districts in my community.
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4 months ago
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