Politics

Bernie Sanders: El-Sayed’s Win the Most ‘Extraordinary Victory in Modern American Politics’

Ben Solis / Michigan Advance Aug 6, 2026 The Vermont independent also congratulated Donavan McKinney and Will Lawrence, whom he endorsed. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Opinion

The Electability Hustle

Luke Savage / Truthdig Aug 4, 2026 Centrist arguments about who is or isn't "electable" have always been about disciplining the Democratic base rather than actually winning elections. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Politics

In Michigan, AIPAC Faces Its Biggest Battle Yet

Michael Arria / Mondoweiss Aug 3, 2026 This week’s Michigan primary between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens is a referendum on AIPAC’s influence within the Democratic Party. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Business & Economy

Trump’s Tariffs Decimate a Small Michigan Border Community

Anna Clark / ProPublica Jul 31, 2026 Under an intensifying trade war, parts of northern Michigan are feeling the financial pain with no sign of relief. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

TD Column

Abdul Al-Sayed and Wolverine Welfarism

Conor Lynch / Truthdig Jul 13, 2026 In Michigan’s intra-party slugfest, a majority of Democratic voters are refusing orders to follow the usual centrist script. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Politics

What Hasan Piker’s Role in Michigan Tells Us About the Democratic Party

Tom Perkins / Mondoweiss Jul 2, 2026 Abdul El-Sayed’s insurgent campaign has become a key battle in the fight between the party establishment and progressive left. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Politics

The Latest Targets of Conspiracy: GOP Election Clerks

Matt Vasilogambros / Stateline Aug 22, 2024 In small towns, the part-time position pays less than $20,000. Many are wondering if it’s worth the Trump-era trouble. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

Politics

Scenes from a MAGA Meltdown

Andy Kroll / ProPublica May 22, 2024 How the “America First” Movement Ate the Michigan GOP. Dig deeper ( 18 Min. Read )

Health & Wellness

Ten Years After Water Crisis, Distrust and Anger Linger in Flint

Anna Clark, Sarahbeth Maney / ProPublica May 7, 2024 The betrayal of trust by the institutions meant to protect Flint’s residents has made them cautious as they look to the future. Dig deeper ( 9 Min. Read )

Ear to the Ground

Michigan in the Balance

Eoin Higgins / Truthdig Apr 19, 2024 To win the important swing state, the president needs to listen to voters before their concerns trickle down to ‘Morning Joe.' Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

TD Original

Laboratories of Progress—Or Hotbeds of Reaction?

Conor Lynch / Truthdig Apr 1, 2024 The future of American democracy may be decided in the sleepy halls of our state capitals. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Media

The WSJ Wants to Delegitimize Democratic Opposition to Violence

Ari Paul / FAIR Mar 13, 2024 Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )