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PODCAST: Has Social Media Killed Good Conversation? (ft. Steve Friess)

In today's episode of Daily Detroit, Jer Staes is joined by veteran journalist Steve Friess to delve into the dynamic political landscape as the election season heats up. With candidates crisscrossing Michigan, including high-profile visits from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, the conversation explores the strategic importance of Detroit and the implications of these rallies. Steve shares his insights on the evolving narratives surrounding the candidates, partic...

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Oprah Coming to Town, Michigan (Really!) Matters and Controversial Campaign Ads

As a swing state, Michigan is constantly under the political microscope, making it a hotbed for campaign activities, ads, and visits from key political figures. Steve Friess, a seasoned freelance journalist for the New York Times, Newsweek, and the Ann Arbor Observer, provides invaluable insights into this dynamic political landscape. Steve kicks off the discussion by emphasizing Michigan's unique position as a swing state. He points out that residents here experience an inundation of political...

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Questioning the polls, Michigan Dems sued by their own, and more (ft. Steve Friess)

Steve Friess joins us again to dive into the complexities of political polling, the upcoming presidential debate, and local Michigan politics. We dissect the reliability and value of national polls, discuss the implications of Kamala Harris's campaign strategies. We also explore the contentious University of Michigan Board of Regents race. Tune in for a deep dive into the current political landscape and what it means for Michigan and beyond. As always, you can follow Daily Detroit on Apple Pod...

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Trump will try to get attention in Michigan while Democrats take center stage in Chicago

Welcome back to the podcast! Journalist Steve Friess joins me again this week to talk politics – local, state and national. We discuss the recent white supremacist demonstration in Brighton, the third such event in Livingston County this year. Local businesses have condemned these actions, and we explore the historical context of racism in the area. Former President Trump's upcoming visit to Howell has raised concerns among local officials. We analyze the strategic implications of this visit a...

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Working a polling place and talking the Presidential race in Michigan

Welcome to your Daily Detroit for Monday, August 12, 2024. On the all-local podcast today: Steve Friess shares his recent experience working the polls in Superior Township, offering a firsthand account of the election process and the importance of bipartisan poll workers. He highlights the challenges and intricacies involved, and learned a lot. The conversation then shifts to the national political scene, focusing on Vice President Kamala Harris's recent surge in swing states according to...

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Who's next for Stabenow's Senate seat? + MI Gov race speculation (ft. Steve Friess)

Steve Friess of Newsweek, Hour and all the things is back to help unpack the beginning of what may be a crowded race for Debbie Stabenow's U.S. Senate seat as she announced her retirement at the end of this term. Plus, we get into some punditry for Michigan Governor as Whitmer is term-limited. Because if a well known name isn't running for senate, they might be running for governor. You're part of this conversation! Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211....

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Michigan's Blue Election Wave (ft. Steve Friess)

A big blue wave swept over Michigan this 2022 midterm election with big wins by Gretchen Whitmer and most all the way down the ballot to reproductive rights and the for the state legislature for the first time in four decades. We dive in with Steve Friess. 01:11 Michigan’s blue wave, and surprisingly the nation is much more moderate than many pundits expected. 03:35 Governor Gretchen Whitmer beats Tudor Dixon by about the same amount she defeated Bill Schuette. 05:37 Breaking down the newly d...

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Unpacking the primary results in Metro Detroit (ft. Steve Friess)

The 2022 Michigan primary happened. So what's next? Were we right on our predictions? Where do things go from here? Steve Friess returns to unpack it. You can become a monthly member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit...

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Metro Detroit primary predictions + punditry (ft. Steve Friess, Newsweek)

It's Primary Election Day in Michigan! Steve Friess is here to help unpack it and make some predictions relevant to Metro Detroit. Then, we'll look back at it later this week and see how we did and what surprises there were in 2022. We'll talk about the new 13th District involving Portia Roberson, Adam Hollier, Shri Thanadar and others. The race between Andy Levin and Haley Stevens in Oakland County As well as the gubernatorial race and how recent events have changed the odds, and some others...

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Four stories to follow ft. Steve Friess

Journalist Steve Friess is back to talk about two stories he wrote for Newsweek, one for Hour Detroit, and a timely topic. First up, Jerry Green is an iconic sportswriter in Detroit. And he holds a unique place in Super Bowl History: https://www.newsweek.com/2022/02/18/one-sports-writer-has-been-every-super-bowl-will-this-year-his-last-1677257.html Here's a GoFundMe to help send him on his way: https://www.gofundme.com/f/ry48d-send-sportswriting-icon-jerry-green-to-super-bowl Can the GOP make...