Michigan State House District 54

Current seat holder: Donni Steele.

Sarah Pounds

Sarah Pounds earned a high school diploma from Clarkston High School. She earned a bachelor's degree from Oakland University in 2005 and a degree from Oakland University in 2007. Her career experience includes working as a legal assistant.

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Campaign site

Priorities & campaign themes: “Before I’m a candidate, I’m a wife, a mom to four incredible daughters, and a lifelong Oakland County resident. I believe government should work better for everyday families like mine.” (Campaign website)
Housing: “For years, I've worked to solve problems in our community by serving on Oakland County housing and community development boards, expanding housing opportunities, and advocating for families. The more I served, the more I realized I wanted a seat at the table where those decisions were being made. That's why I'm running for State Representative—to bring practical experience, fresh ideas, and the perspective of a working parent to Lansing.” (Campaign website)
Economy, jobs & cost of living: “Everything I care about comes back to affordability. Michigan families should not have to work harder every year simply to fall further behind. In Lansing, I will fight to:” (Campaign website)
Education & schools: “As a parent with four children who attend public schools, I know that education policy shapes our children’s opportunities and our communities’ futures. In Lansing, I will fight to:” (Campaign website)

Roman Gaskey

Roman Gaskey graduted from Lake Orion High School. Gaskey earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan.

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Campaign site

Education: “Roman Gaskey was born and raised in our community and grew up in Lake Orion schools. As he began building his career, he faced a choice familiar to too many young Michiganders: stay in Michigan, or leave for better opportunities.” (Campaign website)
Education: “Everyone agrees that we need strong schools, good jobs, and a more affordable state. But most candidates cannot tell you how they will make it happen.” (Campaign website)
Healthcare: “We can't tax and spend our way out of spiraling unaffordability. Roman is focused on the structural factors driving up expenses every Michigander faces: housing, energy, and healthcare.” (Campaign website)