New Hampshire Primary, Iowa Caucus Set Stage for Long Nominating Contest
Senator Bernie Sanders and former South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg took the top spots in yesterday’s first-in-the-nation primary in New...
What Michigan Can Learn From California’s Independent Redistricting Commission Model
In 2018 Michiganders voted to implement a citizen-led redistricting commission to draw the state’s political map, usurping politicians’ power in...
You Might Be Wrong About Michigan’s Economy
Michigan’s economy was in the national spotlight last week. During her response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union, Gov....
Wayne State Names Presidential Election A Campus Holiday
Wayne State University is declaring the 2020 presidential election a campus holiday. Officials say it is in response to achieving...
Michigan Primary Won’t Be Like Iowa, State Department Says
Days after the Iowa Caucuses there is still no clear winner. Meanwhile, some Michigan voters are worried similar delays could...
Rep. Haley Stevens: State of the Union ‘Divisive,’ Should Focus on Education, Infrastructure
Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens was in the House chamber watching President Trump deliver his third State of the Union Address...
The Environment, Criminal Justice and Education Stories to Watch in 2020
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer spent lots of time talking about roads, jobs, and healthcare during her State of the State speech....
Rep. Kildee Not a Fan of Pelosi Shredding Trump Speech; Says Oversight Will Continue
It was the most meme-worthy moment of President Trump's 2020 State of the Union speech. Immediately after Trump wrapped his...
Trump Impeachment: Watch the Conclusion of the Senate Trial Live
Update, Feb. 5, 2020: President Donald Trump was acquitted by the U.S. Senate. The Senate is holding a trial on...
Avoid Spoiling Your Michigan Absentee Vote By Following These Steps
Last May was the first election where Michiganders didn't need a reason to cast their ballots without going to the...
Misinformation, Disinformation And How Tech Distorts Democracy
In recent years, the worlds of technology and politics have become increasingly intertwined. Various platforms each have their own policies...
Tell WDET Your Thoughts on the 2020 Michigan Presidential Primary Election
Michigan's presidential primary election is on March 10, which some are calling "Big Tuesday." It occurs after 20 states have...
