Michelle Brandt Campaign for the State House Putting Our Families First
A representative who knows what it’s like to raise a family in these uncertain times and will fight for the solutions we need
Hi! I'm Michelle. I’m running for office because I’m passionate about serving our community.
In 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, I volunteered with Charleston Hope, a local non-profit that works with local schools where kids don’t always have access to healthy food. One very hot day I was part of a group of 20 people volunteering to provide groceries on America Street to those in need. A man rode up on a bike and politely asked me for food.
I offered him frozen eggs. Much to my dismay he said no because he doesn’t have electricity or access to a refrigerator. As he peddled away, I wondered what that might be like in all of this heat and in life in general to not have electricity or a refrigerator. It got me thinking about how do we expect people to thrive when they don’t have access to basic tools for survival - and what can I do.
As I was driving home, I felt stunned and heartbroken. It was a jarring wake-up call. I knew there were systemic issues that affect all of us in different ways, but having it right there in front of me like that, I knew I couldn’t stay on the sidelines any longer.
After that, I continued volunteering but I wanted to do more. I wanted to understand what it would take to be part of making the changes that we need and to help find solutions. I began attending county council meetings, offering public comment, and connecting with council members and lawmakers. I was appointed Commissioner of Charleston County Parks and Recreation in 2021.
The more I learned, the more I wanted to serve. Our community faces so many issues like affordable housing, traffic, flooding, inaccessible healthcare, and overflowing classrooms.
My faith in our promise, my training as an environmental scientist and my experiences as a mother, friend, and community member have prepared me to run and serve you as the State Representative for the 114th District.
Michelle is the first Black woman to run for this office and will represent many women of color who can identify with her role as a mom and a wife with a career. Most importantly for me as an OBGYN, Michelle will fight for reproductive justice for our families.
Dr. Natalie Gregory, local OBGYN
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3.14 Action to Elect Scientists
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3.14 Action to Elect Scientists
Electing scientists who will use evidence and facts to solve our most pressing problems.
Moms Demand Action
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3.14 Action to Elect Scientists
Supporting public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence.
Vote Mama
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood
Advocating for childcare accessibility and other policies that allow working families to thrive.
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood
Promoting policies that protect access to reproductive health care.