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On today's show, With the upcoming sequester set to kick in Friday, many people may still have questions. What would it mean for our economy? Will the deficit be affected? Does it relate to the debt ceiling? White House Deputy Press Secretary Amy Brundage discusses these issues and more. Associate Director Caroll Doherty shares people’s opinions about the sequester based on a recent Pew Research Center Study. WDET's Quinn Kleinfelter talks with Sen. Carl Levin and others about tightening the budget on military spending and implications of the sequestration for Michigan. Public Health expert and executive Director of Detroit's CHASS Clinic, Ricardo Guzman, discusses how Michigan will lose approximately $944,000 in funds to help upgrade its ability to respond to public health threats including infectious diseases, natural disasters, and other events. Guest host Stephen Henderson from the Detroit Free Press speaks with Rep. Kildee about the possible ramifications of the sequester on Michigan and why he is against letting the cuts take place. James Clift, Policy Director for the Michigan Environmental Council(MEC), shares his views on the sequester and what it could mean for environmental policy in Michigan. Also, guest host Stephen Henderson speaks with Tom Watkins, former State of Michigan Superintendent, about his views on the sequester and how the cuts may affect education in Michigan.
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