Weekly Michigan Public TV coverage of the governor’s office, the state legislature, the political campaign trail, and state government. With senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick and his capitol press corps colleagues.
The panel discusses the president's trip to Northern Michigan. The guest is Tonya Schuitmaker. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the president's trip to Northern Michigan and the latest on gubernatorial challengers. The guest is former MI state senator Tonya Schuitmaker. Panelists Cheyna Roth, Zoe Clark and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses school funding. The guest is Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses equal funding for Michigan students. The guest is Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Chuck Stokes, and Jonathan Oosting join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses removal of all COVID restrictions, gubernatorial race and more. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the state budget, the latest in the race for governor and the removal of all COVID restrictions. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Emily Lawler, Jim Kiertzner, Zoe Clark and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the Governor's plan to re-open the state. The guest is Sen. Jeremy Moss, (D). Watch it now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the Governor's push to re-open Michigan next week. The guest is Democratic Senator Jeremy Moss from Oakland County. Panelists Rick Albin, Cheyna Roth and Kyle Melinn join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the governor's latest poll numbers. The guest is Richard Czuba. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the latest polling numbers for Governor Whitmer. The guest is Glengariff Group pollster Richard Czuba. Panelists Nancy Kaffer, Rick Pluta and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the state health director's COVID testimony. The guest is Rep. Tenisha Yancey. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the state health director's testimony regarding COVID nursing home deaths. The guest is Chair of the Detroit Legislative Caucus, Rep. Tenisha Yancey. Panelists Jordyn Hermani, Dave Boucher and Jim Kiertzner join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the latest error by the Whitmer administration. The guest is Brian Calley. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the latest unforced error by the Whitmer administration and the possibility of Candace Miller for Lt. Governor. The guest is incoming CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan Brian Calley. Panelists Emily Lawler, Stephen Henderson and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses turmoil in the GOP with former Michigan party Chair Saul Anuzis. Watch now at video.wkar.org
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The panel discusses Michigan COVID numbers, a GOP candidate for governor and more. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses Michigan COVID numbers, a GOP candidate for governor and more. . A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Nancy Kaffer, Jim Kiertzner, Zoe Clark and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses a missed opportunity for the governor. The guest is Justin Winslow. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses a possible missed opportunity for bi-partisan cooperation between the governor and state GOP leaders. The guest is CEO of the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, Justin Winslow. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Kyle Melinn and Dave Boucher join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses a return to normalcy for the state. The guest is James Hoffa. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the governor's path to normalcy for the state. The guest is International Brotherhood of Teamsters General President James Hoffa. Panelists Cheyna Roth, Chuck Stokes and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses GOP election bills. The guest is Rep. David LaGrand. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the battle over GOP election bills and a push to bring more transparency to the legislature. The guest is Rep. David LaGrand from West Michigan. Panelists Emily Lawler, Rick Albin and Jonathan Oosting join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the COVID spike in Michigan. The guest is Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the COVID spike in Michigan. The guest is author and former gubernatorial candidate, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. Panelists Zoe Clark, Stephen Henderson and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
A special edition of OTR with three students from MSU's School of Journalism. Watch now at video.wkar.org A special edition of Off the Record with three future graduates of MSU's School of Journalism. Julian Stainback, Jasmine Hall and Joe Freihofer offer their views on the current political climate, the use and role of social media in journalism and much more. Later in the program, the students put their own questions to host Tim Skubick.
The panel discusses the rising Covid numbers in Michigan. The guest is Peter Lucido. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the rapidly rising Covid numbers in Michigan. The guest is Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Chad Livengood and Rick Pluta join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the battle over election reforms. The guest is Sen. Ed McBroom. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the coming battle between republicans and the governor over election reforms. The guest is Sen. Ed McBroom, Chair of the Senate Oversight Committee. Panelists Zoe Clark, Chuck Stokes and Kyle Melinn join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the rising COVID numbers in Michigan. The guest is Sen. Jeremy Moss. Watch now at video.wkar.org
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The panel discusses one year of COVID in Michigan. The guest is Dave Massaron. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses a full year of dealing with COVID in Michigan. The guest is state budget director Dave Massaron. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Stephen Henderson and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the deal to spend COVID money. The guest is Sen. Jim Runestad. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses a deal on spending COVID dollars, but there are strings attached. The guest is Sen. Jim Runestad from Oakland County. Panelists Zoe Clark, Dave Boucher and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses relaxing COVID restrictions on businesses. The guest is Nancy Wang. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the possibility of the governor relaxing COVID restrictions on businesses. The guest is Executive Director of Voters Not Politicians, Nancy Wang. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Rick Albin and Kyle Melinn join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses no deal on spending COVID money. The guest is Robert McCann. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses federal COVID money. It's been over three weeks and still no deal on spending $5 billion dollars in federal aid. The guest is Robert McCann from the K-12 Alliance of Michigan. Panelists Emily Lawler, Chad Livengood and Eric Lloyd join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses COVID dollars, trouble for Shirkey. The guest is Rep. Tyrone Carter. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the impasse on spending federal COVID money and trouble for Sen. Mike Shirkey over recent comments. The guest is a senior democratic member of the House Budget Committee, Rep. Tyrone Carter. Panelists Cheyna Roth, Riley Beggin and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the resumption of indoor contact sports in high school. The guest is Peter Ruddell. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the resumption of indoor contact sports in high school. The guest is Let Them Play attorney Peter Ruddell. Panelists Emily Lawler, Abigail Censky and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses State of the State reactions. The guest is Sen. Curtis Hertel, Jr. Watch now at vide.wkar.org The panel discusses the communication problem between the governor and GOP leaders. The guest is Sen. Curtis Hertel, Jr. Panelists Kyle Melinn, Lauren Gibbons and Rick Pluta join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the gov's COVID recovery package. The guest is Rep. Graham Filler. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses if the governor will get GOP support for her COVID recovery package. The guest is Chair of the House Judiciary Committee Rep. Graham Filler. Panelists Chuck Stokes, Zoe Clark and Jonathan Oosting join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses the ban on open carry at the MI Capitol. The guest is Rep. Thomas Albert. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses a ban on open carry at the Michigan Capitol. The guest is Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rep. Thomas Albert. Panelists Abigail Censky, Rick Albin and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the Capitol Building violence. The guest is Rep. Donna Lasinski. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the Michigan reaction to violence at the nation's capitol. The guest is house democratic leader Rep. Donna Lasinski. Panelists Kathy Gray, Lauren Gibbons and Kyle Melinn join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the biggest stories of 2020. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the biggest stories of 2020. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Chuck Stokes, Emily Lawler, Zoe Clark and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
A challenging year for the governor and legislative leaders. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses a challenging year for the governor and legislative leaders. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Chuck Stokes, Emily Lawler, Zoe Clark and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses encouraging COVID news. The guest is Hon. Bridget Mary McCormack. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses encouraging COVID news and a cabinet position for Jennifer Granholm. The guest is Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Bridget Mary McCormack. Panelists Chad Livengood, Lauren Gibbons and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
Governor extends COVID restrictions. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the extension of COVID restrictions, the president and Texas take aim at the Michigan vote count and a Detroit lawmaker is disciplined for a Facebook posting. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Kathy Gray, Jonathan Oosting, Abigail Censky and Kyle Melinn join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org
The panel discusses COVID & lame duck legislative session. The guest is Sen. Jim Ananich. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the lame duck legislative session and COVID-19 in Michigan. The guest is senate democratic leader Sen. Jim Ananich. Panelists Chad Livengood, Emily Lawler and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses Michigan election fraud investigations. The guest is Sen. Ed McBroom. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses legislative investigations into potential voter fraud in Michigan The guest is Chair of the Senate Oversight Committee Sen. Ed McBroom of Menominee County. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Kyle Melinn and Rick Pluta join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The story behind the election in Michigan. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel does a deep dive into the story behind the election in Michigan. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Kathy Gray, Chad Livengood and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
An election preview. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses the coming election. A correspondents edition of Off the Record. Panelists Zoe Clark, Chuck Stokes and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org Former Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette joins Kathy Gray, Jonathan Oosting, Bill Ballenger and senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
The panel discusses the surge in MI Covid cases. The guest is Bill Schuette. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses Gov. Whitmer's response to the recent surge in Michigan Covid cases. The guest is former Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette. Panelists Kathy Gray, Jonathan Oosting and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
After the episode taping concludes, the guest and panel continue to chat. Watch now at video.wkar.org Unlock Michigan Co-Chair Ron Armstrong joins Rick Pluta, Zoe Clark, Chad Livengood and senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.