Welcome Back, Democracy: Here’s Why Voting Was So Weirdly Normal in Michigan
How did Michigan do it?
Nov
2022
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Lisa Hayes
Oct
2022
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3 Things to Know About Rep. Kevin Hertel, Candidate for Michigan’s 12th Senate District (Mount Clemens, St. Clair Shores, Grosse Pointe, New Baltimore, Harper Woods)
When Kevin Hertel's father was the Michigan House speaker, the Legislature broke through deadlock to pass an astounding number of bills. Hertel believes that spirit of bipartisanship still exists somewhere.
Oct
2022
20
3 Things to Know About Denise Mentzer, Candidate for Michigan’s 61st House District (Mount Clemens, Sterling Heights, Clinton Twp.)
Denise Mentzer has been in working peoples' shoes. Now running for the Michigan House of Representatives, she's hoping to be a voice for them.
Oct
2022
20
Three Things to Know About Rep. Kelly Breen, Candidate for Michigan’s 21st House District (Novi, Lyon Township, Farmington, Farmington Hills)
Kelly Breen's top priority is protecting Michigan students. Between learning gaps caused by COVID-19 and gun violence in schools, she's worried.
Oct
2022
19
3 Things to Know About Rep. Matt Koleszar, Candidate for Michigan’s 22nd House District (Livonia, Northville, Plymouth)
This former AP government teacher says he's running for reelection to protect democracy and strengthen public education in Michigan.
Oct
2022
17
3 Things to Know About Rep. Alex Garza, Candidate for Michigan’s 29th House District (Taylor, Romulus, Monroe)
Alex Garza was the youngest city councilperson elected in Taylor. Now, with a newly drawn district, he has a new chance to make a difference.
Oct
2022
17
3 Things to Know About Democrat Shadia Martini, 54th House District Candidate (Orion Township, Auburn Hills, Bloomfield Hills)
In August, Shadia Martini became the first Syrian American woman to win a party's nomination to the Michigan Legislature. Martini grew up with banned books and rigged elections, and now she's worried that the US is falling into similar authoritarian traps.
Oct
2022
7
At Home in Muskegon: State Rep. Terry Sabo Marches for Michigan Labor in Run to Senate
This West Michigan town could help decide whether Michigan reclaims its status as a "union state."
Sep
2022
13
Inside the First Unionized Chipotle: Michigan Workers Lead Union Wave
The first Chipotle to be unionized is here in Lansing. The organizers, with no prior labor experience, aren't who you'd expect.
Sep
2022
2
True or False: Common Claims About Inflation in Michigan
Inflation is still hovering at a 40-year high. Will the Inflation Reduction Act or student loan forgiveness make a difference in Michigan?
