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Democrats ‘ready to work’ to regain trust of working class

Russ McNamara April 29, 2026

Perceived failures by the Trump Administration regarding affordability and immigration enforcement—plus the ongoing war with Iran—has led to very low...

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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Some Michigan Dems look for inspiration at endorsement convention, others want to change the system

Colin Jackson April 21, 2026

The progressive wing of the Michigan Democratic Party made its voice heard over the weekend during the party’s endorsement convention....

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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Influencer Hasan Piker gives Michigan’s US Senate race some heat

Russ McNamara April 8, 2026

The Michigan Democratic Senate Primary is heating up a bit. Polls largely show the trio of Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Congresswoman...

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State Rep. Donavan McKinney talks issues, 13th District Congressional primary

Russ McNamara April 1, 2026

Michigan's 13th Congressional District covers most of the City of Detroit. Since 2021, Shri Thanedar has represented the area. There...

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Congressman Thanedar talks record, issues heading into midterm election

Russ McNamara March 23, 2026

Democratic Congressman Shri Thanedar is running for re-election. He represents the 13th Congressional District which encompasses much of Detroit as...

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  • The Metro

The Metro: Michigan’s Senate primary has become a proxy war for the Democratic Party’s soul

Robyn Vincent, The Metro March 18, 2026

The Metro is closely watching the race for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat. The Republican side is settled. Former Congressman...

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Haley Stevens runs for Michigan’s open US Senate seat

Russ McNamara February 19, 2026

In 2026, voters in Michigan will cast ballots for races involving the office of Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of...

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Abdul El-Sayed runs for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat

Russ McNamara January 22, 2026

In 2026, voters in Michigan will cast ballots for races involving the office of Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of...

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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Mallory McMorrow runs for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate Seat

Russ McNamara January 9, 2026

In 2026, voters in Michigan will cast ballots for races involving the office of Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of...

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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Uncommitted movement co-founder Abbas Alawieh runs for District 2 state senator

Nargis Rahman January 8, 2026

Abbas Alawieh is running for state senator in District 2. The newly drawn district includes Dearborn, Dearborn Heights and parts of...

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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Working Families Party seeks to bring authenticity to the Democrats

Russ McNamara November 20, 2025

It’s been over a week since Democrats showed up to the polls and secured big wins in places like Virginia,...

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  • Politics, Government & Finance

Federal government is back open, but at what cost?

Russ McNamara November 14, 2025

Shutting down the federal government was a matter of principle for U.S. Senate Democrats back in October. Tens of thousands...

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