Democrat Carl Marlinga discusses why he is running for Congress
Michigan’s 10th Congressional District race is one of the most competitive races in the state. Democrat Carl Marlinga faces Republican...
Dynamic and diverse voices. News, politics, community leaders and issues that define our region. Detroit Today brings you fresh and perceptive views and brings you into the conversation each day. Join us by using the hashtag #DetroitToday on Twitter, commenting on WDET’s Facebook page or calling in during the show at 313-577-1019.
Contact Detroit Today producers with your feedback, ideas for segments and suggestions for guests.
Downriver politics and the state house races to keep an eye on
While politics are getting more polarized in this country, there are still many areas at the state level that are...
How higher education became polarizing in the US
The polarization of Americans lies across various categories. Political beliefs may be tied to geographic location, religion, race and/or media...
New book explores why America hasn’t had a female president
Although women now have the right to vote, and participate in politics at much higher rates than they did decades...
What you need to know about Oakland County’s voluntary gun buyback program
Compared with other rich countries, America has by far the most gun violence — homicide cases, suicides and gun accidents...
Democrat Shri Thanedar discusses why he’s running for Congress
The 13th Congressional District race has gathered a lot of attention, both from those inside and outside of the district....
Republican Steven Elliott discusses why he is running for Congress
Michigan’s new Congressional Districts have shaken things up in our politics. It means incumbents now have to run in places they may not...
Democrat Rashida Tlaib on her run to stay in Congress
Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib is the strong favorite to win the 12th Congressional District. Her goals include prioritizing the lives of...
What clerks are doing to ensure a safe midterm elections
County clerks are the first line of defense for our democracy — ensuring that votes are counted accurately and are...
Oakland University event promotes civil conversations
From political leadership, we sometimes hear promotions of civil conversations. But civil conversations don't necessarily mean just being kind to...
A look at Dearborn’s book controversy
Dearborn Public School board meetings erupted last week with passion and disturbance from hundreds of people who wanted to be...
New children’s book explores the Great Migration, family connection and returning home
Grandparents always offer a different perspective, but that perspective is especially different when they grew up and lived in different...