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A Republic, If You Can Keep It

Michigan Citizens for a Better Tomorrow
Donald Trump
Michigan
Michigan Politics
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Trump Administration
Kamala Harris
Tariffs
Gretchen Whitmer
Project 2025
Donald J. Trump
Election Integrity
Joe Biden
Trump
Elon Musk
Congressional Elections
Working-Class Families
First Amendment
Campaign Finance
Michigan Supreme Court

Analysis and commentary on Michigan politics from former Democratic Party chair Mark Brewer and former Republican Party executive director Jeff Timmer.

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Recent Guests

Debbie Dingell
Congresswoman, US House of Representatives
U.S. Congress - Michigan
Episode: Travels with Natalie (Guest: Representative Debbie Dingell)
Mark Fisk
Democrat, partner at Byrum-Fisk Advocacy Communications
Byrum-Fisk Advocacy Communications
Episode: Gaslighting Beats Having Actual Accomplishments (Guests: Con-Con Opponents Mark Fisk and John Sellek)
John Sellek
CEO of Harbor Strategic Communications
Harbor Strategic Communications
Episode: Gaslighting Beats Having Actual Accomplishments (Guests: Con-Con Opponents Mark Fisk and John Sellek)
Murray Howe
Son of hockey legend Gordie Howe, provided closing remarks during the dedication
Family of Gordie Howe, Gordie Howe International Bridge dedication participant
Episode: Another War With Canada, Eh?
Jack Cocchiarella
Online political guru and commentator
YouTube political creator, On Sunday with Midas Touch
Episode: Party Like It’s 2020! (Guest: Jack Cocchiarella)
Barbara McQuade
University of Michigan law professor and author of The Fix
University of Michigan
Episode: Dead Ducks (Guest: Barbara McQuade)
Tiffany Muller
President of End Citizens United; affiliated with Let America Vote and End Citizens United Action Fund
End Citizens United / Let America Vote
Episode: Re-Indicted, and It Feels So Good! (guest: Tiffany Muller, End Citizens United)
Eli Savit
Washhtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney, endorsed candidate for Michigan Attorney General
Democratic Party
Episode: An Extraordinarily Brilliant Person (Guest: Eli Savit)
Jack Ebling
Sports writer and TV host, Michigan sportscaster of the year
Jack and The Drive / Fox 47
Episode: It’s Not a War … It just looks like one (Guest: Jack Ebling)

Hosts

Mark Brewer
Host of the show; political analyst with a history as Democratic Party chair; active in Michigan politics and related advocacy
Jeff Timmer
Co-host of the show; political analyst with deep GOP leadership experience; frequent commentator on Michigan politics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Canadian

    Excellent breakdown on both national US & local news… most of which impacts us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrvlous
    Canada9 months ago
  • You Guys are Great!

    Loved Jennifer on the show today! I loved watching the circus and was sad when they didn’t continue. However everything must move forward. Please keep up on the good work you are both doing on and off the air! So glad my friend turned me on to this show. Thanks again, Margie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    margo dahling
    United Statesa year ago
  • A must listen to for Michigan politics

    Mark and Jeff do an incredible job with their analysis and guests. Definitely worth subscribing to this podcast to keep up with what’s happening in Michigan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amyrchapman
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best political podcast on Michigan

    Thanks for doing this podcast- great insights on Michigan politics. 2026 will be wild, including senate and governor races.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THF Seattle
    United States2 years ago
  • I used to be a democrat before I knew any better. If you’re a Trump hating leftist this is the show for you. I didn’t find it informative. It’s just a vehicle to bash the right, conservatives, Trump supporters. You can get that from CNN, MSNBC mainstream media. I’m tired of it. I couldn’t make it through the whole episode. It’s sickening. Just the usual liberal bias with no proof. No wonder Michigan is such a hell hole in distress.

    Audible
    1
    BibleGirl
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the clear, insightful Michigan focus and the hosts' ability to balance deep political analysis with accessible discussion.
Several reviews note perceived bias and strong viewpoints, but many appreciate respectful discourse and practical takeaways.
Guest variety and strong, well-informed guests are repeatedly highlighted as a strength.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Heads We Lose, Tails We Still Lose (Guest: Mike Madrid)
Q: Mike, what is the role of parties going forward in light of de-alignment and realignment?
Parties will likely give way to networks of cultural figures and issue-based coalitions; governance may rely on flexible cross-issue alignments rather than strict party loyalty.
Small Potatoes (Live – on tape – at Lakeshore Progressives)
Q: What is the most effective way for voters to exert significant public pressure in the post-election period?
The hosts suggest active public engagement, watching the canvassing process, staying alert to plans by election deniers, and encouraging public comment and observer participation at key boards and sites.
Gaslighting Beats Having Actual Accomplishments (Guests: Con-Con Opponents Mark Fisk and John Sellek)
Q: Why do we even have a Con-Con and how does the process work?
The guests explain the constitutional framework, the petition process, and why the Con-Con is on the ballot, emphasizing that it could lead to a wholesale rewrite of Michigan's foundational document and the risk of special-interest control.
Party Like It’s 2020! (Guest: Jack Cocchiarella)
Q: How should Democratic messaging adapt to resonate beyond urban centers and across different regions?
The guests advocate for populist, easily digestible narratives that connect everyday economic anxieties to clear villains like corporate influence, while emphasizing practical achievements in governance to build trust and credibility across diverse audiences.
Party Like It’s 2020! (Guest: Jack Cocchiarella)
Q: What is driving Trump crazy in the current political landscape, and how does that shape the messaging around 2026?
The hosts describe Trump's fixation on the 2020 election as a strategic lever to influence the 2026 cycle, using it to motivate supporters and justify federal interventions, while opponents push back with facts about Michigan's election integrity and the robustness of its processes.

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A candid, Michigan-focused political analysis show hosted by two longtime party insiders with sharp, sometimes contrarian takes. Episodes consistently dissect state races, policy battles, and national issues through a pragmatic lens, often contrasting Democratic and Republican strategies while spotlighting the mechanics of campaigns, money in politics, and governance reforms. Notable for heavy emphasis on Michigan politics, insider perspectives, and a blend of adversarial yet respectful dialogue that aims to illuminate how power operates in the state and beyond.

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Recent guests on A Republic, If You Can Keep It include:

1. Debbie Dingell
2. Mark Fisk
3. John Sellek
4. Murray Howe
5. Jack Cocchiarella
6. Barbara McQuade
7. Tiffany Muller
8. Eli Savit

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