Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

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Recent Segments

Anita Hill, #MeToo, Alaska Politics: The Intangibles Roiling Kavanaugh’s Confirmation

Sept. 19, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

There is a lot a play that could impinge Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation process.

Should We Dramatically Change Voter Access Laws In Michigan?

Sept. 18, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

“(The ballot proposal) is really designed to make voting easier and cheating harder,” says Chris Thomas, former Michigan elections director.

Will Labor Dispute Indefinitely Delay Major Freeway Projects in Metro Detroit?

Sept. 17, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

Crain’s Detroit Business senior reporter Chad Livengood talks about the situation on Detroit Today.

Are Michigan Republicans in Trouble in November Election?

Sept. 17, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

“If you’re a Republican, you should be concerned,” says Matt Marsden of RevSix Data, a former GOP spokesperson.

GOP Secretary of State Nominee Mary Treder Lang Joins Detroit Today

Sept. 14, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

Treder Lang talks about her campaign, her positions, and takes questions from callers.

Charlie Beckham Leaves Public Office After 44 Years With The City Of Detroit

Sept. 14, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson

“It’s time to really let some of the younger folk and the next generation of Detroiters…really start to take the reigns of this city and move it to the next step.”