Defend Michigan's Schools and Our Children's Futures!

All children, regardless of their zip code, deserve a high-quality education that provides them with the resources, instruction and support necessary to help them reach their full potential.

That's why I vehemently oppose Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos's efforts to undermine public education and tear down educators. Michigan doesn't need privatization or unlimited charterization, but rather strong public schools.

I know the value of our public schools firsthand – I went to Berkley public schools and I'm the proud parent of four children who have all attended public schools in the 9th District. My wife, Mary, taught sixth grade for years, and we know the importance of giving educators the resources they need to be successful in their classrooms.

In Congress, I will advocate for universal public education, starting with preschool and including excellent K-12 schools under local control with well-compensated and well-respected educators. As a lifelong union advocate, I stand in solidarity with educators across the country fighting for the respectable pay, fair pensions and adequate classroom resources they deserve.

I'm ready to take on DeVos and fight for students and educators. Will you fight with me?

Sign the petition and join me to fight for our children's education and for the future of Michigan!