In their first debate, Whitmer and Dixon sparred over abortion, the economy, crime, the roads and COVID. What was true, false and needed a lot more context.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
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Michigan governor debate live: Watch Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Tudor Dixon on Oct. 13, 2022
Michigan’s gubernatorial candidates Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Republican challenger Tudor Dixon will debate at 7 p.m. Thursday in Grand Rapids. You will be able to watch a live video stream of the debate on this post.
Posted inTalent & Education
Tutors, teacher retention top Gretchen Whitmer school goals if reelected
The Democratic governor cites unprecedented investments in public schools during her first term. But her aggressive COVID pandemic policies, including school closures, have fueled conservative attacks on her leadership.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Gov. Whitmer, it’s time to diversify the Michigan Supreme Court
With an opening on the state’s highest court, the governor has a golden opportunity to add a justice with a different background than those who currently serve.
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Michigan Gov. Whitmer: Defunding police ‘dangerous and foolish’
The Democrat in 2020 said she supported the ‘spirit’ of the ‘defund the police’ movement. One month before she’s up for re-election, she is touting increased police funding.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
With insulin costs rising, Michigan plots early steps to produce its own
Republican Senator Curt VanderWall and Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer are searching for companies who can manufacture the lifesaving drug in Michigan to lower costs. Two companies are talking back.
Posted inMichigan Government
Whitmer, Dixon debate: What to expect on five key Michigan issues
Voters want to hear about K-12 learning, the economy, abortion, college attainment and crime. Here’s what Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and her GOP challenger Tudor Dixon have said.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Michigan college scholarships are good. We can still do better.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Republicans deserve plaudits for approving new financial aid funding. But there are broader, less complex tuition-free college programs to bolster the state’s workforce needs.
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How to watch Dixon-Whitmer gubernatorial debates on Oct. 13 and Oct. 25
Michigan’s gubernatorial candidates are coming up. Here’s how to watch them.
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Big money donors shunning Tudor Dixon, Michigan Republican ticket
Dixon is hurting for money in her race against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, and part of the reason is donors who funded Bill Schuette and Rick Snyder aren’t giving to her campaign.
