Students in Royal Oak Protest Gun Violence
April 20, 2018 on All Things Considered
Student speakers advocated for policies such as universal background checks on the 19th anniversary of the shooting at Columbine High School.
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Elections
Canada Pushes Back Date for Legalization of Marijuana
April 20, 2018 on Morning Edition
Legislators and provinces still working on framework
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10+ Years of Alternative Sentencing Called a Success by Courts
April 19, 2018 on Morning Edition
Programs offer some veterans, mental health patients and those with substance abuse problems a chance to stay out of prison
Women Could Dominate Michigan Democratic Ticket in November
April 17, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson
Attorney General candidate Dana Nessel and Secretary of State candidate Jocelyn Benson join Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson.
Dana Nessel Wins Endorsement from Democrats for Attorney General
April 16, 2018
The party will officially nominate their candidates after the gubernatorial primary in August.
How Will Republicans React to Paul Ryan’s Departure?
April 16, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson
“Paul Ryan… has been incredibly popular,” and Wisconsin Democrats may have a tough time replacing him.
Dem Convention in Detroit This Weekend Could Be Crystal Ball Into Party’s Future
April 13, 2018
Are labor unions losing their grip on Democratic politics in Michigan? Will this be the year of the progressive?
Paul Ryan and the Exodus of Republicans From Congress
April 12, 2018 on Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson
“He now leaves the Republican party here in Washington…a bit rudderless,” says Washington Post reporter Libby Casey.
Campaign to Shut Down Oil Pipeline Under Straits of Mackinac Gaining Support
April 12, 2018 on Morning Edition
Politicians joining efforts to find alternatives after USCG investigates whether vessel activity may be causing damage.
Michigan GOP Greets Ryan Retirement with Gratitude and Gripes
April 11, 2018
Michigan’s GOP House members praise outgoing Speaker Paul Ryan for his work on taxes and, in some cases, helping their re-election campaigns. But one says Ryan allowed members to duck issues and balloon the federal deficit.
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