About this episode
The episode discusses former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's potential run for governor as an independent and its implications for Michigan's political landscape.
Can former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan win Michigan’s governor race as an independent? We break down his rise, Michigan’s swing voters, and the possible shake-up of two-party politics. by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta Want to get political updates from Zoe and Rick straight to your inbox? Sign up for the It's Just Politics newsletter! Want to support more work like this? Donate now ! Support the show: http://michiganradio.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Zoe Clark, Rick Pluta
Topics covered
- politics
- elections
- government
- voting
- independents
Keywords
- Mike Duggan
- Michigan governor race
- swing voters
- two-party politics
- independent candidates
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Places: Detroit, Michigan
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