Today on Stateside, we heard about what the first draft maps of new political districts tell us about where Michigan might be headed politically. Also, we’ll talk to a couple parents caring for children with disabilities about balancing education and safety. And, we get a glimpse into how disability rights law could shape school's COVID policies moving forward.
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It’s early, but these draft maps for Michigan redistricting show Republican advantage growing
- Sergio Martínez-Beltrán is a political reporter for Bridge Michigan.
- Find his reporting on the proposed state House maps here.
Two moms talk about the fears and challenges of parenting children with disabilities during COVID
- Beth and Andrea are moms whose children have physical and developmental disabilities. Their children attend school in Wayne County.
- We are only using Beth and Andrea's first name to protect their children's privacy.
Laws protect students with disabilities. Here’s what that could mean in the COVID era.
- David Moss is an associate professor at Wayne State University where he directs the school’s Disability Law Clinic.
