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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#MichiganGrit (Guest: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks)

Posted January 26, 202300:47:27

Topping the political news this week: the Governor delivers a populist State of the State message, with Democrats in the Legislature cheering repeatedly...

MAGA Mania (Guest: Denver Riggleman)

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We’ve got a MAGA alert agenda this week:

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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...

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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 –...

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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...