Bridge readers say the economy and affordability are big concerns this election cycle. We break down the facts, the trends and possible solutions.
2026 Michigan election
Posted inMichigan Government
In their words: How Michigan governor candidates would build the state economy
Michigan’s gubernatorial candidates tell Bridge Michigan how they would make life in the state more affordable, grow its population and more.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | If we open up our nominations process, let’s do it right
There is a simple and cost-effective solution to improve primaries that maximizes voter participation, avoids vote-splitting, gives voters more meaningful choices and generates consensus with security, accuracy and transparency: ranked-choice voting.
Posted inMichigan Government
Fact check: John James ‘kill switch’ claims rile Michigan governor’s race
In a new ad, Republican gubernatorial hopeful Perry Johnson claims rival John James supported a vehicle ‘kill switch mandate.’ His voting record is complicated. Here are the facts.
Posted inEvents
Bridge Listens Issues Watch continues with virtual discussion on economy
Join Bridge reporters on June 24 as they discuss the issues surrounding the economy, affordability and statewide economic development.
Posted inMichigan Government
Chris Swanson brings ‘boundless energy’ to Michigan governor run. He may need more
Chris Swanson is winning over crowds in his bid for Michigan governor. His problem? Most voters still don’t know who he is.
Posted inMichigan Government
Abdul El-Sayed calls for public ownership of AI, citing risk of ‘human demise’
Potential AI regulation has emerged as a flashpoint in Michigan’s Democratic US Senate primary, where Abdul El-Sayed is calling for a public ownership stake in tech firms as rivals propose guardrails.
Posted inMichigan Government
Abdul El-Sayed wins key UAW endorsement in tight US Senate race
The progressive wins the endorsement over competitors Mallory McMorrow and Haley Stevens.
Posted inMichigan Government
Mallory McMorrow backs Supreme Court age limits, corporate PAC spending ban
In a new anti-corruption plan, Democratic US Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow says she wants to ‘explore every option’ for US Supreme Court reform, including age limits or expanding the number of justices.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch, Michigan Government
As energy prices rise, Senate candidates clash over clean power future
With President Donald Trump rolling back clean energy policies, Michigan US Senate candidates offer competing visions for lowering costs, fighting climate change.