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uncommitted votes

  • Today, the Lions' hard-to-believe streak. Then, how social media amplifies existing issues. Later, how faith groups can influence politics.
  • Today, what are the issues that could make the difference in Latino voter turnout this year. Also, a new NPR podcast episode asks what fate should await military members who took part in the January 6th riot. And our series What the Vote? checks in with Uncommitted voters, looking for someone to represent their views in the presidential election.
  • For the past year, the violence and destruction in Gaza has dominated the headlines. The Uncommitted Movement began here as a desperate plea from pro-Palestinian voters seeking to have their voices heard. Not only did they force elected officials to listen, but they made history. What the Vote? looked at how they did it—and what happens now.
  • People have been immigrating to Michigan from Arab countries for more than 100 years. And they've been involved in politics and community building just as long. So, how does that history inform this present moment in American politics as news of recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon reach an Arab and Muslim American electorate already mobilized for Gaza?
  • An interview with Republican state Representative Andrew Fink, who is seeking a seat on the Michigan Supreme Court. Also, a conversation about the wave of political activity this year among Arab Americans motivated by the violence in Gaza and Lebanon.
  • Today, we catch up with Michigan Public's Zena Issa about what's happening at ArabCon in Dearborn. Then, we discuss the recent college free speech rankings released by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Later, we listen in on an interview by Michigan Public's Tyler Scott about name, image, and likeness, as well as an Interlochen Public Radio feature about a news outlet's return as a non-profit.
  • Today, what Michigan’s uncommitted voters and delegates are taking away from the DNC. Also, a reading journal for those looking to broaden their brain feeds with banned books. Plus, a taste of what’s going down at the first annual Detroit Sandwich Party.
  • Today, we check in with WDET reporter Russ McNamara who's at the Democratic National Convention this week. Then, an ophthalmologist and his desire for long distance open water swimming.
  • We explore how dissatisfaction with President Biden's handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict fueled the rise of the Uncommitted National Movement, led by the organization Listen to Michigan.
  • Today, we talked to a Detroit Free Press reporter about flaws in the system of recalls on older cars and trucks. Then, we listen to Interlochen Public Radio's national award-winning Points North episode detailing the mission of Anishinaabemowin instructor Kenny Pheasant. Later, we tuned in to The Best Advice Show featuring Olivia Shiller. Plus: what will it take for Kamala Harris to win uncommitted votes?