John James: Give governor more say on Michigan schools. ‘The buck stops here’

Republican gubernatorial hopeful John James wants the power to hire and fire the state superintendent. He’s willing to change the Michigan Constitution to get it.

By: Simon D. Schuster

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: March 26, 2026

Words: 1,094

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate John James wants consolidate oversight of public education
As part of a new education policy plan, James said he’d pursue a constitutional amendment to change appointment of superintendent
James also proposed offering occupational licensing to high schoolers and rewarding ‘great teachers’

Republican gubernatorial candidate John James would push to change the Michigan Constitution to give himself and future governors the power to hire and fire the state superintendent, according …

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