Yes, this is an important race for Democrats. But their fear about voters’ perceptions shouldn’t preemptively kill the dynamic young doctor’s campaign.
2018 Michigan governor race
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Michigan Truth Squad: Gretchen Whitmer’s claims on college affordability
Whitmer, a former state senator and current Democratic candidate for governor, said the state used to shoulder a much higher burden of college costs than it does now. Are her numbers accurate?
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Michigan Truth Squad: Schuette says tax hikes put family dreams at risk
The Republican frontrunner for governor portrays a state where taxes are ever rising, overwhelming residents fighting for their very survival.
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Michigan Truth Squad: Thanedar vows to stop for-profit charters, DeVos
Shri Thanedar, a Democratic candidate for governor, says he will transform the charter school industry, and stop people like Betsy DeVos from making money off Michigan public schools.
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Michigan Truth Squad: Patrick Colbeck ties Right to Work to 500,000 jobs
The candidate for governor and tea party favorite tries to connect his early support for RTW to Michigan’s post-recession economic recovery. Did he go too far?
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Where Michigan governor candidates stand on ‘red flag’ gun bills
Bridge asked Michigan candidates for governor if they support “red flag” legislation, that would allow police to seize firearms from ag person deemed dangerous before they commit violence.
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Here’s where Michigan governor candidates stand on funding toxic cleanups
Bridge Magazine asked eight candidates — four Republicans and four Democrats — about how to pay to clean 7,300 toxic sites across Michigan
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Michigan Dems call on Abdul El-Sayed to take eligibility issue to court
Following Bridge report, Democrats call on progressive candidate to settle issue.
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Here’s where Michigan 2018 governor candidates stand on lead pipes
Bridge Magazine asked eight candidates — four Republicans and four Democrats — about what their visions for clean drinking water following the Flint crisis.
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Abdul El-Sayed says how he would help Michigan cities as governor
The former Detroit Health Department director’s plan includes increases in public transportation funding, tax credits and the minimum wage.