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Unless you listen to the likes of Stephen Miller (and nobody should), you know that people are essentially the same all over the world. We are all human and susceptible to the worst human inclinations: hate, fear, willful ignorance, bigotry, racism, toxic ideology, etc. And, unfortunately, a common consequence is violence.

Pop has long been the accepted Midwesternism for a sweet carbonated beverage. But could that be changing? On Hand digs into the history of the pop vs. soda debate—and Michigan's linguistic preferences today.

Wanting to soak up the last warm days of the year, but not sure what to do? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 3-5.

It wouldn't be a very Michigander thing to say that Michiganders are better than anybody else. After all, modesty is one of our more endearing traits. But it's not wrong to say that there is a special practicality about us.

Need help finding plans for your weekend? Want to know what's happening in your community? Here are 24 events happening across the state September 26-28 that we think are worth your time.

What goes into a rescue at the Sleeping Bear Dunes, and how to not need one yourself.

Need help finding plans for your weekend? Want to know what's happening in your community? Here are 24 events happening across the state September 19-21 that we think are worth your time.

Need help finding plans for your weekend? Want to know what's happening in your community? Here are 24 events happening across the state September 5-7 that we think are worth your time.

If you've ever wondered why people who aren't Trump supporters get so infuriated with him and his administration, well — let's be honest — it's a laundry list. But consistently never taking personal responsibility (particularly when things go badly) is definitely near the top.

Our state government is designed to work best when voters are encouraged and engaged. When politicians operate in a "the end justifies the means" mode or when politicians make promises and don't keep them, that feeds cynicism and negativity among the voters. Which in turn attracts politicians that feed off that cynicism and negativity. Rinse and repeat.