“Just like with solving any problem, lawmakers should consult the experts to make the right decisions — and for public education, that’s us: educators who know our jobs and what our students need. I’m committed to bringing that attitude to Lansing.”

– Dr. Rashida Harrison, MEA member and Candidate for State Senate (District 28)

Harrison, who until recently was an MSU professor and member of the Union of Tenure Stream Faculty, is one of several MEA members running for state office this fall:

1 State Senate, District 5 – Matt Koleszar

1 State Senate, District 8 – Dayna Polehanki

1 State Senate, District 16 – Deandre Barnes

1 State Senate, District 18 – Anthony Pennock

1 State Senate, District 28 – Rashida Harrison

1 State House, District 23 – Jason Morgan

1 State House, District 27 – Jaime Churches

1 State House, District 67 – Leslie Getz

1 State House, District 95 – AnnMarie Horseman

1 State House, District 110 – Brian Irizarry

There are dozens of others with education backgrounds on the ballot as well — find recommended candidates near you on the Online Voter Guide at MEAVotes.org.

Are you interested in running for office? Plan now to join a special NEA training program — See Educators Run — which is coming to Michigan in 2027. Express your interest in running for local, state or federal office by emailing us at pac@mea.org — we’ll share details when they’re available.