About this episode

Jim interviews Tom Leonard, a candidate for Michigan governor, discussing the future of the state.

Jim is joined by Tom Leonard, a partner at Plunkett Cooney law firm, former Speaker of the House and a 2026 candidate running to be Michigan’s next governor. This episode is part of our special series – Michigan’s Future in Focus – where we talk with influential voices running to shape Michigan’s future — from the seeking to be our next governor to those representing communities across our state.

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