Matt Maddock, a Michigan state representative, used his social media platform on February 11, 2026, to comment on elements of the proposed state budget and abortion statistics in Michigan.
In a post made at 19:33 UTC, Maddock criticized the Democratic party’s approach to literacy education in the proposed budget. He wrote, “In the new state budget proposed just now, they dems want to hire a blue haired literacy coach for every student. Thats their solution to can’t reed and rite. More leftist democrat jobs sitting next to your kids.”
Shortly after, at 19:44 UTC, Maddock expanded on his criticism of the budget proposal. He stated, “In their fantasy state budget, dems want to hire a blue-haired “Literacy Coach” and a “Mental Health Counselor” for every student. Thats their dream solution to their kids can’t reed and rite crisis. More jobs for leftist dems sitting next to kids teeching.”
Later that evening at 20:32 UTC, Maddock turned his attention to abortion statistics in Michigan. He posted, “Michigan has 83 abortions a day. Over 30,000 a year.” According to data from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS), annual induced abortion totals in recent years have ranged between approximately 27,000 and over 30,000 statewide.
The discussion around literacy coaches and mental health counselors comes amid ongoing debates about educational funding priorities in Michigan. Proposals for increased support staff such as literacy coaches have been part of broader efforts by some policymakers to address concerns about reading proficiency among students.
Abortion remains a contentious issue in Michigan politics. The state’s reporting requirements mandate annual publication of abortion statistics by MDHHS.
