Precincts had in general a low turnout and a contingent of residents who cast “uncommitted” votes in protest of Biden’s response to the Israel-Hamas war.
Malachi Barrett
A guest author for Bridge Magazine.
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Michigan’s population crisis dominates Detroit Policy Conference
Michigan elites agree that a lack of quality education, public transportation and attractive cities is creating a population crisis, but there’s less consensus on a plan of action.
Posted inMichigan Government
Democrats’ rift over Israel turns physical, leading to black eyes in Detroit
The Israel-Gaza war is splitting Democrats and progressives, and led to a fracas last weekend at an event for U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar that sent one party activist to the hospital.
Posted inBusiness Watch
$273M in tax subsidies sought for Henry Ford, MSU, Pistons project
Henry Ford Health, Michigan State University and the Detroit Pistons are seeking $273 million in tax incentives largely to finance housing for the New Center development.
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UAW strike sets Michigan on uncertain path: ‘We’re nervous’
The United Auto Workers began a strike against the Big Three on Friday, walking out at three U.S. factories, including one in Michigan. Much is at stake, for workers and the industry.
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Autoworkers ‘walking on eggshells’ as they await UAW strike outcome
The United Auto Workers strike has support of workers, but that doesn’t relieve the financial anxiety.
Posted inUrban Affairs
Plagued by guns, Detroit pays neighborhood groups $10M to curb violence
Shootings are an epidemic, and Detroit is experimenting with community groups that sponsor gardens, youth outreach and even armed citizen patrols. So-called community violence intervention has mixed results nationally, but advocates say relying on police solely is misguided.
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Facial recognition technology under fire after false arrest of Detroit mother
Detroit Police Chief James White says bad police work led to the mistaken arrest, defends the city’s use of controversial crime software.
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In Detroit, businesses will soon face choice: Accept cash or risk misdemeanor
Detroit businesses that refuse to accept cash payments after Sept. 11 could face a fine and possible misdemeanor charges.
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Detroit leaders mobilize gun violence response as shootings rise
City Council leaders gathered with other city officials, faith leaders and community organizers working on gun violence prevention and honored victims of shootings and their families at the start of National Gun Violence Awareness Month.