Politically Speaking

08/09/2024

Lauren Gibbons of Bridge Michigan breaks down the U.S. Senate primary races in Michigan including the race between Slotkin and Harper.

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08/09/2024

This week on Politically Speaking, we’re breaking down the key results from Michigan’s primary elections and what they mean for November’s general election.

Join us as Rick Pluta from Michigan Public Radio Network and Lauren Gibbons from Bridge Michigan dive into the battle for the U.S. Senate, crucial congressional races, and the fight for control of the Michigan House.

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08/06/2024

📆 It's Primary Election Day in Michigan! 📆

🗳️ Polls are open until 8:00PM
🗳️ Find voting information at michigan.gov/vote

06/30/2024

State Representative Graham Filler discusses the bold plan to position Michigan at the forefront of nuclear energy

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06/28/2024

Join us on Politically Speaking as State Representative Joey Andrews and State Representative Graham Filler discuss Michigan's new bipartisan nuclear energy legislation and the reopening of the Palisades Power Plant.

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06/14/2024

Join us this week on Politically Speaking as former St. Joseph County Prosecutor Michael Dvorak discusses the grand jury process, evidence presentation, media influence, and the appeals process in high-profile cases like the Trump trial.

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05/24/2024

This week on our show, we welcome Lisa Schirch from Notre Dame and Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou of Michigan's 75th District to explore the fascinating intersection of AI and democracy. We'll discuss AI's potential to enhance democratic engagement, the ethical challenges it poses, and the legislative efforts to regulate AI-generated political content.

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05/17/2024

This week we sit down with Carl Hetler, South Bend's Homelessness Coordinator. Tune in as we discuss the city's Housing First model, community engagement efforts, and future plans to support housing-vulnerable individuals.

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05/10/2024

We discuss outcomes of the Indiana primary elections with a panel of reporters from across the state on this week's Politically Speaking. Joining the conversation are Brandon Smith, of Indiana Public Broadcasting, Niki Kelly, of Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Marek Mazurek, of 88.1 WVPE Public Radio.

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05/03/2024

Josh Bleisch, Staff Attorney for Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, shares his perspective on IU Bloomington changing 55-year old policy and the legal implications for campus protests.

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05/03/2024

Join us on this week's episode of Politically Speaking as we delve into the complexities of First Amendment rights and legal protections for campus administrators and protesters across the nation. Our guest, Josh Bleisch, Staff Attorney for the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, gives his insight on the matter.

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04/26/2024

🎙 We sit down with Brad Chambers, GOP Candidate for Indiana Governor, this week on Politically Speaking! Tune in to hear his vision for the state and plans to tackle key issues.

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04/19/2024

Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin discusses Iran's attack on Israel and it's potential for escalation.

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04/19/2024

🎙️ Tune in to this week's episode of Politically Speaking as we sit down with Congresswoman and U.S. Senate candidate Elissa Slotkin of Michigan. We discuss issues from the recent Iranian attacks on Israel to the debate over the filibuster.

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04/12/2024

We're joined by Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Republican gubernatorial candidate for Indiana, as Jeff Rea fills in for Elizabeth Bennion this week. Get insights into her vision for the state and plans to tackle key issues.

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04/05/2024

Republican gubernatorial candidate Eric Doden for Indiana Governor delves into Indiana's teacher shortage and unveils his proposed teacher reinvestment program. Tune in for this discussion and more on tax reform, early childhood education, and other education policies.

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04/04/2024

🎙️ Tune in to this week's episode of Politically Speaking featuring Eric Doden for Indiana Governor, a contender in the Republican primary race for Indiana Governor. Learn about Doden's vision for the state and his top priorities.

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03/22/2024

Rep Tim Walberg (R-Michigan) discussing the bill he co-sponsored in the House, aiming to compel TikTok's parent company ByteDance to sell the platform or potentially face a ban in the US.

🎙️ Tune in to Politically Speaking for this crucial conversation on data privacy, national security, and more!

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03/15/2024

🎙️ We dive into Indiana's latest legislative session, covering hot topics from anti-Semitism to education reforms. Tune in for insightful discussions with Brandon Smith of Indiana Public Broadcasting, Niki Kelly of Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Kayla Dwyer of IndyStar.

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In this week's episode, we delve into the aftermath of Indiana's legislative session, unpacking the debates, decisions, and ramifications of key bills passed...

03/08/2024

🎙️ Tune in to Politically Speaking this week as we dissect the Supreme Court's recent ruling on Trump v. Anderson with Notre Dame Law School Professor Derek Muller. Join host Elizabeth Bennion for an insightful discussion on the implications of this decision for election processes and state powers.

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02/23/2024

🎙️ Tune in this week to Politically Speaking as we sit down with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jennifer McCormick . Join us for a fascinating discussion on her campaign, policy priorities, and vision for Indiana's future.

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02/18/2024

Don't miss out on the re-airs of Politically Speaking! Join us for engaging discussions with this week's guests, St. Joseph County Clerk Amy Rolfes and Indiana State Representative Tim Wesco, as we delve into the crucial topic of election integrity in Indiana.

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02/16/2024

Indiana State Representative Timothy Wesco is the author of House Bill 1264, a legislative initiative aimed at enhancing election integrity in the state and ensuring voter roll accuracy.

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02/16/2024

🎙️ Tune in to this week's episode of Politically Speaking as we delve into the integrity of elections, focusing on measures taken in Indiana to ensure the security and fairness of our election process. Join us for an insightful discussion with St. Joseph County Clerk, Amy Rolfes, and Indiana State Representative Timothy Wesco, Chair of the Elections and Apportionment Committee.

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02/02/2024

🎙️ In this episode of Politically Speaking, join Elizabeth Bennion in a dynamic discussion with Indiana State Representative Maureen Bauer and State Representative Ryan Dvorak of the Indiana House Democrats. Delve into bipartisan initiatives, education policies, and the debate surrounding harmful PFAS chemicals in our state.

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01/29/2024

Protecting gun owner privacy or imposing undue burdens? Join the conversation with Indiana Rep. Jake Teshka on his firearm purchase privacy bill. Hear about the challenges faced by financial institutions and support for the bill on Politically Speaking

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01/26/2024

This week on Politically Speaking, we're diving into Indiana's legislative landscape with State Representatives Dale DeVon and Jake Teshka. 🎙️ Join the conversation on legislative priorities, education, and privacy issues around gun ownership.

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01/19/2024

Many Americans say they don’t want a rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, but will third party candidates help or hurt the 2024 presidential race?

Former Congressman Fred Upon thinks it will help. Learn more about Upton, his career, and his involvement in No Labels by watching our November interview with Fred Upton.

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01/12/2024

🎙️ This week, we dive into the dynamic landscape of Michigan politics. The recent ousting of Kristina Karamo as Chair of the Michigan GOP has stirred controversy. Join us as we discuss the future of the party with special guest Michigan State Representative Brad Paquette.

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01/05/2024

🎙️ Join us for an insightful episode of Politically Speaking as we dive into Indiana's 2024 Legislative Session with Brandon Smith, Statehouse Bureau Chief of Indiana Public Broadcasting, Niki Kelly, Editor-In-Chief of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Kaitlin Lange, Senior Investigative Reporter for State Affairs Indiana.

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Join us in this week's episode of Politically Speaking as we dive into the heart of Indiana's Statehouse. Elizabeth Bennion, Chancellor's Professor of Politi...