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It's Just Politics

Whitmer preps for DNC speech, what Dingell wants to hear from Harris, and Trump visits Michigan

By Zoe Clark,
Rick Pluta | MPRN
Published August 21, 2024 at 3:12 PM EDT
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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer talks to Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers during the Democratic National Convention Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, in Chicago.
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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer talks to Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers during the Democratic National Convention Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, in Chicago.

All the political attention this week is on Chicago as Democrats convene for the DNC. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell join It’s Just Politics hosts Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta from the Windy City. Plus, why former President Donald Trump chose Livingston County, Michigan, to visit this week.

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Zoe Clark
Zoe Clark is Michigan Public's Political Director. In this role, Clark guides coverage of the state Capitol, elections, and policy debates.
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Rick Pluta | MPRN
Rick Pluta is Senior Capitol Correspondent for the Michigan Public Radio Network. He has been covering Michigan’s Capitol, government, and politics since 1987.
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