How is political money being spent during Michigan’s election season?
Money has a big influence in our politics, especially after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Citizens United. Campaign funding...
Sam Corey
Sam Corey is a producer for 101.9 WDET, which includes finding and preparing interesting stories for the daily news, arts and culture program, The Metro. Sam joined WDET after a year and a half at The Union, a small newspaper in California, and stints at a variety of local Michigan outlets, including WUOM and the Metro Times. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago.
How is political money being spent during Michigan’s election season?
Money has a big influence in our politics, especially after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Citizens United. Campaign funding...
Attorney General Dana Nessel on why she’s running for re-election
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