It's Just Politics

By Michigan Public

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

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March 11, 2026 High stakes for MI’s marijuana tax
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to repeal the state’s new, controversial 24% wholesale marijuana tax, even as the cannabis industry challenges it in court. An update on all things weed in Michigan.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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March 04, 2026 Michigan’s perception gap
A new Michigan poll reveals where voters stand on data centers, the 2026 governor’s race, and how the state compares nationally on key economic measures.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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February 25, 2026 State of the state’s budget
What’s in the proof-of-citizenship and voter ID ballot proposal, and what is the state of the state budget as Governor Whitmer prepares for her final State of the State address.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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February 18, 2026 Michigan’s ballot proposals
An inside look at the proposals aiming for Michigan’s November ballot - from property taxes and school funding to voter ID and minimum wage - and where the campaigns stand now.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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February 11, 2026 Classroom cellphone ban
Michigan bans smartphones in classrooms starting next school year - what the new bipartisan law does and doesn’t do. Plus, Perry Johnson on entering the GOP primary for governor, Trump, and his pitch to voters.

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February 04, 2026 Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat
Michigan’s U.S. Senate race draws national attention as Democrats face a competitive primary and a key state Senate race in the 35th District could have big consequences in Lansing.

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January 28, 2026 A Michigan media shakeup and a swing Senate seat
What the surprising Detroit News deal means for Michigan journalism. Plus a breakdown of the high-stakes 35th Senate District special election. Plus, voters head into a pivotal 35th Senate District race.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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January 21, 2026 Inside the House: Matt Hall on a high-stakes year
Michigan Republican Speaker of the House Matt Hall discusses his 2026 policy priorities, independent gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan and support for a Constitutional Convention.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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January 14, 2026 Inside the senate: Winnie Brinks on a high-stakes year
Politics in Michigan just got more interesting as Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist changes statewide races. Plus a conversation with the Michigan Senate Majority Leader on what can actually get done this year in Lansing with divided government.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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January 07, 2026 Why 2026 will rewrite Michigan politics
Big elections. Bigger fights. And maybe a rewritten state constitution? A look ahead to a pivotal year in Michigan politics.

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