Michigan State House District 37

Current seat holder: Brad Paquette.

Angela M. Jones

Angela Jones was born in Irving, Texas . She graduated from St. Joseph High School. She attended Lake Michigan College and The Art Institute. Her career experience includes working as a photographer.

· Ballotpedia

Campaign site

Priorities & campaign themes: “Respecting and upholding these rights not only benefits individual workers but also contributes to the overall well-being and prosperity of our communities.” (Campaign website)
Economy, jobs & cost of living: “Protecting agriculture in Southwest Michigan is of utmost importance due to its significant economic impact and the vital role it plays in our region’s overall well-being.” (Campaign website)
Economy, jobs & cost of living: “By valuing and supporting agriculture, our region can ensure sustainable economic growth, preserve its natural resources, and maintain its unique identity.” (Campaign website)

Brad Paquette

Brad Paquette lives in Niles, Michigan. Paquette earned a B.A. in political science from Northern Michigan University in 2009 and an M.A. in teaching from Andrews University in 2012. His career experience includes working as an educator with Niles New Tech Entrepreneurial Academy. Paquette has served on the City of Niles Planning Commission.

· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia

Campaign site

Education & schools: “Education because I have been an educator for the last six years. I know what it is like to have changing goal posts on which to strive toward yearly, and being overburdened by decisions made by folks who have never stepped foot inside my classroom. We need a people-driven structure to retain solid educators and do what is best for learners.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
Priorities & campaign themes: “Being in touch with the people that I represent.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)