A Republic, If You Can Keep It

Analysis and commentary on Michigan politics from former Democratic Party chair Mark Brewer and former Republican Party executive director Jeff Timmer.

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The Domino Effect

Posted January 12, 202300:41:06

The Michigan Legislature’s 2023 session has officially started. Democrats, now controlling both chambers for the first time in 40 years, have already...

The Stabenow Surprise

Posted January 5, 202300:50:40

In Washington D.C., Republicans are a hot mess – with two former Michigan congressmen waiting in the wings as a possible solution. In Michigan –...

Holiday Special – Corruption Dejá Vu

Posted December 28, 202200:43:41

More than 100 years ago, George Satayana wrote “those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it.” When it comes to political scandals it is especially...

Who Will Go to Jail?

Posted December 23, 202200:46:37

The recounts show what we all knew: Michigan’s elections were fair, and the vote counts accurate.

Michigan has a major supporting role in the...

And the (pointless) Recounts Keep on Coming!

Posted December 15, 202200:38:21

Jeff and Mark are traveling this week as we record the “pre-criminal-referrals” episode of the podcast.

Jeff is getting the better end of...