Up North Progressive

Wexford, the western and inner townships of Osceola, and Mecosta counties serpentine their way through West Michigan to create The 102nd State House District. The next representative for the 102nd District is Dion Adams of Big Rapids, where he and his wife, Carrie, raised three children.

Dion Adams grew up in Detroit, attending both public and private schools. He attended Ferris State University, graduating in 1982. He built diesel engines for Abrams tanks, motor vehicles, and serviced semi trucks for General Motors. He was a proud member of both the UAW and Teamsters during this time. In Big Rapids, he started his own diesel service and towing businesses. A severe on the job injury forced him into retirement. Opioid medication to manage pain caused problems. When medical marijuana became legal in Michigan, he switched medications to manage his pain, and the side effects of using prescription pain medications disappeared. Dion and his wife, Carrie, are members of Christian Life Ministries.

Issues Dion Adams will focus on in Lansing include universal health care including dental, vision, and mental. He also Supports LGBTQIA and women’s rights and will fight to stop discrimination of any person. Adams believes fully funded education and training so our future generations can find gainful employment is vital to stimulating the economy in Michigan. Too many young people simply can’t realize the American Dream, because the opportunity for younger generations doesn’t exist. Dion Adams also knows the environment is vital for the future both economically and for the health of Michigan. Dion Adams supports the decriminalization of marijuana.

Endorsements for Dion Adams include Demand Universal Health Care (DUH!), Candidates with a Contract, and Michigan Our Revolution Electorate. To learn more about Dion Adams, visit his website and Facebook page.

On November 6, 2018, the people of the 102nd District will have the opportunity to elect a new state representative who knows what the hard working people of Michigan need and will fight for them in Lansing. Elect Dion Adams for 102nd State House.