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lauriepohutsky.bsky.social
MI State Rep for HD 17 • Chair of Michigan Progressive Women’s Caucus • Millennial Microbiologist • Progressive Democrat • Pro-Abortion • She/Her • 🩷💜💙
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SB 8, a bill that subverts the will of hundreds of thousands of Michiganders that supported higher wages for all workers, just passed the House. I was proud to stand with workers and vote NO.

submitted 4 days ago • 2 comments

So @distillsocial.bsky.social has had my back through these last couple of crazy weeks, and I just wanted to say that they are doing exactly what they should be doing right now: advocating for Democratic values and policies that support working people. I’m grateful for the work they do.

submitted 7 days ago • 0 comments

Redeeming yesterday’s cake fail with a caramelized onion galette.

submitted 9 days ago • 1 comment

Miso mustard salmon with broccoli and brown rice.

submitted 10 days ago • 1 comment

This evening I was elected to serve as Chair of the Ingham County Parks & Recreation Commission for 2025. I'm looking forward to leading the Commission as we work toward, among other things, the renewal of the Ingham County Trails & Parks Millage in 2026.

submitted 13 days ago • 0 comments

I always enjoy talking to @danijames21.bsky.social , but especially yesterday. And I’m a big fan of the photo @mlive.com used.

submitted 15 days ago • 2 comments

The @telegraphnews.bsky.social was the first outlet to reach out to me to speak about my story rather than printing something sensational. I’m grateful for their coverage and that of others who spoke to me yesterday.

submitted 15 days ago • 3 comments

The fact that so many conservative men take personal offense to a decision that I made with my husband about my health care and future just proves the point that we shouldn’t assume that right is secure.

submitted 17 days ago • 16 comments

Oh my… it would seem that many men with profile photos of other people have read the news and are not very happy with me today. So anyway, who else is excited for the new Lady Gaga album?

submitted 17 days ago • 3 comments

Tariffs on Canadian and Mexican products went into effect yesterday. This article outlines where some of those increased costs could be localized. While we don't know how long the tariffs will be in effect for or what the overall cost of all this chaos will be, shopping smart will be critical.

submitted 21 days ago • 2 comments

Pear and Apple galette with Apple cider caramel sauce (not pictured).

submitted 23 days ago • 2 comments

I deleted a previous post stating the EO freezing federal funds was rescinded based on this communication from the White House. Once my office has additional details, we will communicate them.

submitted 25 days ago • 2 comments

The Trump funding freeze that resulted in Medicaid portals being inoperable and impacted grants and loans has been frozen until Monday afternoon. 1/

submitted 25 days ago • 3 comments

Yesterday, for the first time in my six years in the House, I missed a day of session in order to undergo surgery. It was also the day the House voted to lower the minimum wage, retain the subminimum tipped wage, and deny over one million Michiganders paid sick time.

submitted 30 days ago • 2 comments

This is the same argument the most die-hard slavers used to support the Confederacy and their economic model. This is a Segregationist Administration

submitted 31 days ago • 1 comment

ICE is increasing its presence throughout SE MI. The new administration is using immigrants as scapegoats to place blame where it does not belong. The attached website has resources for what to do in the event you are detained. Let’s take care of ourselves and our neighbors.

submitted 33 days ago • 2 comments

What’s the first thing the new Republican House majority is doing? Stripping paid sick time from over one million Michigan workers.

submitted 33 days ago • 5 comments

This is an incredible and necessary perspective for everyone to hear right now.

submitted 33 days ago • 0 comments