
Politics can be messy. Politics can be confusing. But, that certainly doesn't mean politics can't be a joy-ride. Join It's Just Politics hosts Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta as they drill down on what’s happening in Michigan politics.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsGovernmentPolitics | |||

It looks more and more likely that lawmakers and Governor Gretchen Whitmer will not pass a state budget by the July 1st statutory deadline. What comes next?
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Michigan Senate Democrats propose new data center regulations. What would the bills do and could they actually become law?
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The clock is ticking on Michigan's state budget, and there's growing skepticism lawmakers won’t meet the July 1 deadline.
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A big union endorsement, millions in outside spending, and a three-way Democratic fight that's only getting tougher. Michigan's open U.S. Senate race is quickly becoming one of the country's most closely watched contests.
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A fast-paced, state-focused political show that dissects Michigan politics through a roundtable of seasoned reporters and analysts. Episodes routinely tackle insider dynamics, budgeting, elections, ballot proposals, and policy battles, with guests ranging from editors and journalists to pollsters and lawmakers. The format tends to blend on-the-ground reporting with big-picture context, offering practical takeaways for listeners considering sponsorships or guest opportunities. Notable strengths include a strong Michigan-centric lens, accessibility for non-expert audiences, and a track record of vivid, issue-driven conversations that connect local concerns to national narratives.
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Recent guests on It's Just Politics include:
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