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Tudor Dixon on the Issues: Forced Birth, Bigotry and the Big Lie
Republican gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon bills herself as a “political outsider” who will make the state more friendly to families and business, but in many ways, her priorities may threaten to make Michigan less welcoming.
The Will of the 8%: Michigan’s Legislative Loophole
A four-part investigation into Michigan’s legislative loophole, the indirect initiative.
Yes, July Qualifies for the Grocery Assistance Program
With grocery prices still on the rise, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that those who are eligible for food assistance will continue to receive a $95 monthly payment for July.
Let’s Talk About Why Prices Are Rising.
We’re taking a closer look at what’s behind the sticker shock, what could make the economy better, and which politicians have plans you should know about.
Update: Michigan Voters May Decide Three Ballot Proposals in November
Voters in Michigan could decide the fate of three separate ballot issues at the general election.
New Advisory Council to Give Michigan Parents More Say in Public Education
Parental control over public education has become an increasingly pressing issue. Multiple Republican candidates for governor are campaigning on it – for example, you’ve probably heard lots of debate over critical race theory, or Tudor Dixon’s claim that children are being taught about “sex and gender theory secretly behind their parents’ backs.” Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order that will give parents a new opportunity to have a say in their children’s education.
Rebandt’s Solution for Michigan: More God in Government—and Public Schools
As part of his campaign, Rebandt has made it his mission to bring a Christian ethos into every aspect of American culture.
Op-Ed: Why Dobbs is Bad for Michigan, and What We’re Doing About It – by Lt. Gov. Gilchrist
An op-ed by Michigan Lieutenant Gov. Gavin Gilchrist II.
Update: Judge Rejects Bid to Nix Kelley From Gubernatorial Ballot Over Jan. 6
The goal of a lawsuit filed Thursday is to disqualify Republican gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley from the November ballot. It claims he violated the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution when he participated in the deadly insurrectionist riots at the US Capitol on Jan. 6.
A Michigan Doctor Has Been Prescribing COVID-19 Misinformation – and She’s Running for Congress
Dr. Sherry O’Donnell, who is running in the Republican primary for a congressional seat in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, has repeatedly disparaged proven treatments for COVID-19.
Michigan Voters May Decide Four Ballot Proposals in November
Voters in Michigan could decide the fate of four separate ballot issues at the general election.
Spectacle in Michigan Governor’s Race Threatens GOP’s Bid for Governor
The Republican primary race for governor is shaping up as a battle of whose personal baggage is the least disqualifying.
Kelley Says His Involvement at Deadly Jan. 6 Insurrection Was a ‘First Amendment Right’
Ryan Kelley, a Republican candidate for governor, pleaded not guilty for his actions during the insurrectionist riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
Is Garrett Soldano the Moderate Candidate Republicans Have Been Hoping For? Here’s a Fact Check
MICHIGAN—According to Garrett Soldano, one of the GOP candidates vying for the chance to challenge Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in November, he's a moderate candidate with moderate values. “Are you the kind of guy who is careful what they say these days?” Michael...
What’s on Tap? New Businesses Are Brewing Because of Michigan’s Changing Liquor Laws
New state laws mean you can now swim up to get a drink, and soon you could pour your own beer.
Six in 10 Michiganders Oppose Re-Criminalizing Abortion. Here’s What One of Them Has to Say.
A Traverse City mom shares her abortion story and why she supports abortion rights. She’s one of the 60% of Michigan voters who oppose re-criminalizing abortion and among the 58% think that abortion should be legal under most circumstances.
New Legislation to Expand Child Care Opportunities in Michigan
A package of bipartisan legislation signed last week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer aims to increase parents’ access to child care and cut through some of the red tape that providers have been forced to navigate while nearly half of all Michigan families live in a child care desert.
Misinformation Spreads Amid Legal Battle for Reproductive Freedom
Citing “confusion” over the legality abortions in Michigan, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has asked the state Supreme Court to weigh in—and quickly.
Op-Ed: “The Library at My School Sits Dormant”
It is not a coincidence that Detroit Public School districts’ students fall below the state’s reading scores’ average.
Roe Is Dead. Michiganders Are Devastated. Republicans Are Celebrating.
Both sides of the aisle came out to condemn—or support—the decision
Abortions Are Still Legal in Michigan—At Least for Now
Seven things to know about abortion access in Michigan after the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday.
Strap In for More High Gas Prices! Here’s What You Should Know.
Michigan families should strap in for high prices at the pump and supermarket, even as proposals are floated to alleviate some costs.
GOP Gov. Candidate Thinks Tech Companies Should Report Extremists — Except Him
Soldano’s latest stance on social media censorship is largely inconsistent with his previous statements regarding posts on social media.
Michigan Schools Add Financial Literacy Course
It’s the first time in Michigan’s history that a financial literacy course will be included in curriculum requirements.
Michigan Lawmakers Defeat One Education Voucher Scheme, But Another From Betsy DeVos is On The Way
HB 5859 would have required the state to use $500 million in federal funds to contract with private vendors, to supply students with educational supplies, opportunities, and services. Opponents criticized the Republican-introduced bill as a ploy to direct public money to private, for-profit institutions that aren’t accountable to parents or the public.
EXCLUSIVE: Only 13% of Republican Voters Say Recent Developments Around Abortion Make Them Happy, Poll Shows
Forty-seven percent of likely voters said they felt “worried” about recent developments regarding abortion rights, while more than four in 10 reported feeling “angry” or “sad.”
Ryan Kelley Said Department of Education Should Be ‘Terminated’
MICHIGAN–Ryan Kelley, a Republican candidate for governor in Michigan, said during a radio interview that the federal Department of Education should be “terminated.” “A lot of our agencies in the state of Michigan are funded by the federal government, and that's...
Faced With Economic Uncertainty, Michiganders Started Their Own Businesses in Record Numbers.
With economic uncertainty high, more people started new businesses. If that ain’t Michigan.
Everything You Need to Know About Medication Abortion in Michigan
Searches for medication abortion and prescription requests for abortion pills have skyrocketed following the May 2 Supreme Court opinion leak. We asked Michigan OB/GYN, Dr. Halley Crissman, to talk about how medication abortion works.