St. Joe-Benton Harbor News

Brad Paquette, a Michigan state representative, used his social media platform on September 9, 2025, to voice concerns regarding public health policy and government accountability during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In one post published at 15:28 UTC, Paquette criticized decision-makers for their actions during the pandemic. He stated, "I have long COVID... memory. Decision makers during that time, still today, offer no remorse for their decisions that impacted citizens in the name of safety. They never admit to any mistakes or what they could have done better. MDHHS Director Hertel offers a prime example."

Later that day at 17:16 UTC, Paquette posted a brief comment reflecting his broader dissatisfaction with the country's condition: "Our country is sick."

In another message posted at 19:45 UTC, Paquette called for legislative oversight regarding pediatric vaccination practices in Michigan. He wrote, "The Michigan House should host an oversight hearing on this study out of Henry Ford Health. It seems pretty urgent as Michigan children are having vaccines pushed upon them every hour of every day in this state."

Paquette's posts reflect ongoing debates within Michigan and nationally about government responses to COVID-19 and childhood vaccination policies. During the pandemic, officials like MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel played prominent roles in shaping public health directives in Michigan.