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For a roundtable discussion, MIRS welcomes journalist Lauren Gibbons, Bellwether PR professional Katie Jesaitis and Joel Rutherford, the former chair of Macomb County's Democratic Black caucus.  Together, they discuss reactions to the Lansing, Governor Whitmer and Trump White House's perceived relationship and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II's forecast bid for governor (3:40).  Also, MIRS catches up with State Sen. Jonathan Lindsey, the Coldwater Republican, to talk about his legislation requiring new hospital price transparency (22:35).  Kelley Kuhn of the Michigan Nonprofit Association and Monique Stanton of the Michigan League for Public Policy talk about nonprofits' efforts to maintain federal spending and social welfare programs as is (36:45). 

I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Cathy Mott for a second conversation on Lessons in Leadership, and let me tell you, it was a game-changer. Initially, we planned to dive into emotional intelligence, but Cathy introduced me to something remarkable—her new app, My Journey Within. This tool is revolutionizing the way leaders and individuals alike engage with their emotions. If you like today's message, here are five ways I can help you grow faster… 1. Join me for our next Peak Performers study group session. Click here to learn more and register: 2. Join the team: https://www.billstorm.com/join-the-team.html 3. 1:1 executive coaching to help you overcome the limiting beliefs, patterns, and habits keeping you from achieving the outcomes you seek in your personal and professional life. 4. Speak at your next event. 5. Conduct a mindset, sales, or leadership training workshop for your team. https://www.billstorm.com/ Cathy Mott is an Author, Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, facilitator, and trainer who has had the pleasure of working closely with senior leaders for more than 25 years. She is also a certified Social & Emotional Intelligence Coach who has helped hundreds of C-Suite Leaders walk and lead with authenticity. She has worked in various industries, Mercedes Benz Financial, Michigan State University, Trinity Health, Ascension Health, Michigan League of Public Policy, Kresge Foundation, and Carhartt just to name a few. Cathy has hosted a TV show, been featured on CUTV News, CBS and WDIV for her unique approach to Emotional Intelligence. Cathy has written two books, “Shh…Just Listen! Great Things Happen in The Silence.” It is a 30-day Emotional Intelligence Workbook. Cathy is excited to have just written her first children's book entitled, “Welcome to Diver…City! A City of Love and Belonging!” Cathy is currently featured in the February 2020 edition of CEO Magazine as the author of an article entitled, “Authentic Leadership…What Makes it Real?” She also is currently featured in the Minority Business Review Magazine, December 2023 and recognized as a Black Women in Technology due to her cutting-edge app on Emotional Intelligence, “My Journey Within.” Cathy's Contact Info: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cathy-mottmi Website: cwcleadershipdevelopment.com Cathy's App: https://www.cwcleadershipdevelopment.com/app Workbook: cwcleadershipdevelopment.com/emotional-intelligence-workbook/ Work with Cathy: https://www.cwcleadershipdevelopment.com/contact

To discuss an $83 billion total budget that legislators approved after 4 a.m. last week, MIRS was joined by President Monique Stanton of the Michigan League for Public Policy and Michael LaFaive, the head of fiscal policy for the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.  One voice supports financial help for needy Michiganders, another calls for limited government. Together, they share their different "Winners and Losers" of the budget (1:13).  Also, the budget gives direct care workers serving disabled residents a 20-cents-per-hour raise. But direct care worker service providers fear this won't be enough to alleviate staff shortages (24:10).  Additionally, MIRS was joined by Political Director Max Docksey of the Republican State Leadership Committee, to talk about why his national group has launched an absentee and early voting program in Michigan (42:27). 

After a 19 hour session, Michigan lawmakers approve a 83 million dollar budget that provides a new approach to funding K-12. MichMash host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben talk with Monique Stanton from the Michigan League for Public Policy. They discuss what elements were included in the budge and what the budget left out.

After a 19 hour session, Michigan lawmakers approve a 83 million dollar budget that provides a new approach to funding K-12. MichMash host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben talk with Monique Stanton from the Michigan League for Public Policy. They discuss what elements were included in the budge and what the budget left out.

Our guests are Anne Kuhnen, Kids Count Director, Michigan League for Public Policy, and Tami Mannes, Organizational Lead for Western Early Childhood Support Network and Director of District Improvement & Early Childhood, Ottawa Area ISD.

The debate over solar energy in Michigan may move to the ballot. It's been another remarkable week in national and state politics. Nationally:  A three-judge DC court of appeals panel unanimously shoots down Donald Trump's claim that a President has full immunity from crimes. The Supreme Court signals that it will not allow states to take Trump's name off the ballot. Nikki Haley comes in a distant second in Nevada, losing by 30 points to “none of the above.” The Republican caucuses in the House and Senate admit it: they are wholly owned subsidiaries of the Trump Organization. Former Fox News troublemaker Tucker Carlson joins Vladimir Putin's PR staff. Meanwhile, the national economy keeps strengthening … but Joe Biden still doesn't get credit from voters. VIDEO: “Every day between now and November, the American people are going to know that the only reason the border is not secure is Donald Trump and his MAGA Republican friends.” - President Biden In Michigan: The Wall Street Journal raises more than eyebrows with a story labeling Dearborn as “America's Jihad Capital”. It turns out Kristina Karamo isn't the only Republican Party chair who's been fired. Former Michigan GOP chair Ronna “Don't Call Me Romney” McDaniel is on her way out as national GOP chair. The Biden administration is in Michigan looking to make peace with angry Michigan Muslims and Palestinian-Americans. A landmark court case in the Oxford High School murders comes just days before new Michigan gun safety laws go into effect. And efforts are underway to undo one of the green energy laws that goes into effect next week. We're joined by Nick Dodge of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. =========================== This episode is sponsored in part by EPIC ▪ MRA,  a full service survey research firm with expertise in: • Public Opinion Surveys • Market Research Studies • Live Telephone Surveys • On-Line and Automated Surveys • Focus Group Research • Bond Proposals - Millage Campaigns • Political Campaigns & Consulting • Ballot Proposals - Issue Advocacy Research • Community - Media Relations • Issue - Image Management • Database Development & List Management ===========================

In this week's New Year's Day edition of MIRS Monday, John Walsh – president of the Michigan Manufacturers Association – describes his organization's biggest policy concerns and hopes for 2024.  After weighing in on more than 250 bills this past year, Chief Executive Officer Monique Stanton of the Michigan League for Public Policy describes 2023 as a "marathon on a sprint pace."  Additionally, First Vice President Melanie Ryska of the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks says "please slow down" when it comes to elections legislation. 

Last week, Michigan just unveiled its new budget. The state allocated a lot of money toward education, public infrastructure, and other social services. What does this say about Michigan's values and priorities? Two reporters, state House Republican John Roth, and Michigan League of Public Policy CEO Monique Stanton join Stephen to discuss what it all means.

Julie Metty Bennett from Public Sector Consultants and Matt Resch from Resch Strategies share their takeaways from the first six months of the first Democratic-led government in 40 years.   Nick Occhipinti of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters addresses why renewable portfolio standards need to be stricter when the dirty air we've all been breathing in lately is from wildfires in Canada.   And Michigan Legislative Consultants President Tim Ward embarks on an epic adventure to raise awareness for a program designed to bring more harmony to Michigan prisons.

It's been articulated, and rightfully so, that things only truly change because of relationships. The Mackinac Policy Conference creates an annual opportunity to build and enhance our relationships with influencers across the state. We want them to know, understand about food insecurity, its effect on children and our communities and, more importantly, we want them to grasp the idea that food insecurity can be solved with their help. This year Paula Cunningham, State Director for AARP Michigan, joins me in welcoming Patty Graham, CEO of Meridian Health Plan; Greg Viener Regional Marketing President for Huntington Bank in Flint; and Monique Stanton, CEO of the Michigan League for Public Policy stop by for a quick conversation about why they want to invest part of their one handful of life in helping create a food secure state. Patty, Greg, and Monique are doers of good. And, while they occupy the positions of influence they do, they use them to stand in the gap in order to make a difference in people's lives by bridging the gap between poverty manifested as food insecurity and having enough access to the food they want and need for their families. Join us as we strive to put and keep food first.

In March 2023, Interfaith Action hosted a panel discussion on efforts to restore specialized driver's licenses for immigrants residing in Michigan. Licenses were available until 2008 when they were rescinded. The restoration of driver's licenses is now being considered. The panelists for the discussion include: - Gene Schoon, Coordinator for Policy and Justice for Interfaith Action - Lupita Sanchez, SW Rural Michigan Organizer for We The People-Michigan - Liz Balck, ACLU of Michigan - Simon Marshall-Shah, Policy Analyst for the Michigan League for Public Policy For More Information: - Drive Michigan Forward Info Packet and FAQ: https://www.drivemichiganforward.com/... - Sign Up To Receive Updates: https://www.drivemichiganforward.com/... - Contact your Elected Officials: tinyurl.com/v7b8pb9y - Preventing Undocumented Immigrants from Obtaining State Driver's Licenses and IDs Hurts All of Michigan: https://www.aclumich.org/en/news/driv... Interfaith Action Website: https://swmichinterfaith.org/Music Attribution: "Night Owl" from the Directionless EP by Broke For Free, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License. Available at http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Bro....

The Michigan League for Public Policy reports that child poverty rates have decreased by 28% over the past 10 years in Michigan. 

A child care desert is a region where three children compete for every available slot at an in-home or group center. The Michigan League for Public Policy, a Lansing-based nonprofit, created a list of 11 childcare deserts in Michigan. However, a consortium of newsrooms was able to track down more accurate data and found the actual number to be much higher.  Reporter Derek Kravitz co-authored the report published by MuckRock. He joined the show to explain his team's findings regarding Michigan's child care shortage.  GUEST: Derek Kravitz, data and investigations editor for MuckRock ___ Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken is joined by Alex RossmanSpokesperson, Michigan League for Public PolicySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan's "Promote the Vote" Initiative Had Required Signatures, But Still Blocked by State BoardToday's LinksArticles:Detroit News - Word spacing issue keeps abortion rights amendment from ballot; court fight expectedPromote the Vote 2022 Statement - STATE BOARD DEADLOCKS ON KEY MICHIGAN VOTING RIGHTS BALLOT INITIATIVE, CAMPAIGN VOWS TO TAKE CASE TO COURTBallotPedia - Michigan Right to Voting Policies Amendment (2022)Citizens Research Council of Michigan - Michigan's Citizen-Initiative Petition Process in 2022: A LOT of Ballot ProposalsPBS - Why an obscure Michigan board has the power to reject a ballot initiative on abortion rightsGroups Taking ActionPromote the Vote 2022 Coalition, League of Women Voters Michigan, Michigan League for Public Policy, Michigan State Conference of the NAACPYou're listening to the American Democracy Minute, keeping YOUR government by and for the people.We told you about the ballot initiative proposing election reforms in Arizona  which failed under suspicious circumstances.   Now, another ballot initiative in Michigan has also been stalled due to partisan gamesmanship.The Promote the Vote initiative gathered 664,000 signatures of registered voters, verified by the Michigan Bureau of Elections, and 200,000 more than needed.   But the Michigan Board of State Canvassers, a four person board with two Republicans and two Democrats deadlocked on allowing the initiative to go forward. The Promote the Vote initiative would prohibit harassment at the polls;  allow military or overseas ballots to be counted if postmarked by election day; allow voters without an ID to sign an affidavit and vote under penalty of law; create a single application to vote absentee; allow the use of drop boxes; implement nine days of early voting; require disclosure of all campaign donations; and allow the board of canvassers to certify elections only on the results of the ballots cast.Like Arizona, forces opposing the freedom to vote stopped the initiative despite it having met all the criteria.   The same Michigan Board of Canvassers also blocked an initiative which would have enshrined abortion rights as part of the Michigan constitution, deadlocking 2-2.The next step for both of the initiatives is a decision from Michigan's Supreme Court, which has a 4-3 Democratic majority. We have articles and groups taking action at AmericanDemocracyMinute.org.Granny D said Democracy is not something we HAVE, it's something we DO!   For the American Democracy Minute, I'm Brian Beihl. 

On Thursday the Board of Canvassers will decide whether to certify the Reproductive Freedom for All proposed constitutional amendment for the November ballot. Attorney Mark Brewer and Michigan ACLU executive director Loren Khogali join the show to discuss the challenges to the proposal and what is at stake ahead of the hearing. Then, the Michigan League for Public Policy's external affairs director Alex Rossman stops by to discuss a recent Kids Count report detailing child well-being in the state, areas of strength, and where we can improve.

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On the final episode of Detroit Today's conversations at the Mackinac Policy Conference, Stephen Henderson talks with Monique Stanton of the Michigan League for Public Policy, Antoine Bryant, Detroit's development director, and Ric DeVore, president of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.

Welcome to the second season of Wonk-Life Balance! In this episode we take a look at the power of relationships when it comes to parents and their kiddos. Early childhood expert Kerenda Applebey and parent advocate Salina Mann join host Laura Ross to chat about the power of home visiting, which Kerenda calls a best-kept secret that shouldn't be a secret anymore. Any parent—whether they're expecting a new baby, figuring out a nap schedule, or trying to get help with health concerns—knows how important it is to have a trusted confidant to bounce ideas off of and get advice from. In Michigan's home visiting programs, early childhood specialists and parents form a strength-based relationship and navigate parenting together, delving into topics like positive parenting practices, healthy pregnancy, child development and more. Home visits are not clinical...they're true relationships where parents know best and providers are there to support, listen, and share resources. Learn more about how to connect with a home visiting program in your area, and why it's so crucial that Michigan boosts funding for home visiting programs in the state budget. Who: Kerenda Applebey, Director of Early Childhood at the Berrien RESA Salina Mann, Parent Representative for Think Babies Michigan Laura Ross, Communications Director with the Michigan League for Public Policy Helpful Links: The Michigan Home Visiting Initiative MI Bridges (You'll need to create an account, but it's packed with great resources) MLPP State Budget Priority for Moms and Babies Think Babies Michigan Policy Agenda Join the Think Babies Michigan Collaborative This podcast episode was created in partnership with Think Babies Michigan.

Monique Stanton, President and CEO of the Michigan League for Public Policy (MLPP), is committed to social justice, advancing equity in Michigan, and promoting the well-being of our communities. She has dedicated much of her career to public advocacy and improving the lives and circumstances of those facing tremendous barriers. With inequities increasing due to COVID-19, Monique's work is more important than ever.

April 13, 2022 ~ Nick Dodge, Communications Director for Michigan League of Conservation Voters, talks with Guy Gordon about new legislation that would provide monetary relief to customers who lose power during outages.

April 13, 2022 ~ Full Show. Senior News Analyst Chris Renwick updates us on the Brooklyn subway shooting. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson recaps Al Sharpton's comments on "limousine liberals" being soft on crime. Nick Dodge, Communications Director for Michigan League of Conservation Voters discusses new legislation that would give electrical company consumers more financial relief in the event of a power outages. Ben DeGrow, Director of Education Policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy on the state's teachers shortage and why they're not required to report vacancies. Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne reports on the baby formula shortage and dramatic price increase for airfare. Guy checks in with Bill Pink, new President at Ferris State University and Lloyd Jackson is back to recap the Mitch Albom SAY Detroit Radiothon distribution event.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Building Michigan Together plan this week that will spend nearly $5 billion on infrastructure in the state. Alex Rossman from the Michigan League for Public Policy explains what it means for the people they advocate for, and what to expect as a result of the historic spending plan.

Stephen Henderson talks with Elaine Maag, a senior fellow in the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center at the Urban Institute, as well as Rachel Richards, Fiscal Policy Director for the Michigan League for Public Policy.

We're joined by Jayme Vosovic, Community Engagement Specialist for the Michigan League for Public Policy.

In her fourth State of the State speech, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer focused on policy goals with some bipartisan support. But how much comradery will Democrats and Republicans be able to find in an election year? On today's episode, we'll break down what Whitmer said and how likely it is she'll get movement on her policy priorities. Plus, we dig in on one particular focus for the governor: boosting the earned income tax credit (EITC) for lower-income workers.  GUESTS:  Zoe Clark, Michigan Radio program director  Laura Weber Davis, executive producer of Stateside  Monique Stanton, president and CEO of the Michigan League for Public Policy Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Stateside's theme music is by 14KT. Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This special edition of Wonk-Life Balance takes a look at what communities in Michigan need right now as we continue to endure a health crisis and recover from an economic one. Our panel discussion features three strong advocates for kids, families and workers in Michigan, as well as a moderator who's had a long career in social justice. Join them to learn more about how we can strengthen Michigan with an equitable recovery . Our panelists lift up the importance of not only acknowledging the folks who are impacted by the economy, but actively asking them what they need, then listening and responding. More about the panelists: Meredith Kennedy, Think Babies Michigan Executive Committee Member, parent, small business owner and tribal citizen Madiha Tariq, Deputy Director, ACCESS Community Health and Research Center Kim Trent, Deputy Director, Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Moderator: Sheilah Clay, Michigan League for Public Policy Board of Directors

Peter Ruark, Senior Policy Analyst, Michigan League for Public Policy, gives us the real low down on the Michigan Unemployment Insurance, the good the bad and the missing.

Ken is joined by Gilda Jacobs, President and CEO of the Michigan League for Public Policy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Joané Booth, who is passionate about engaging with communities of color in her work at the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.  She entered ...

Child care is essential to the economy, allowing parents to enter the workforce and providers to support both their businesses and families. COVID-19 has had a profound impact on child care, creating a child care crisis, underscoring the importance for a greater investment in issues of access and affordability as part of state recovery efforts, and leaving families and child advocates to push for big changes. MLPP is part of the Think Babies Michigan Collaborative, which is working to advocate for these changes. The Michigan League for Public Policy is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated to economic opportunity for all using a racial equity lens. MLPP takes a comprehensive approach to addressing poverty by analyzing the impact of state and federal budgets and policies on residents with low incomes and works to empower and strengthen families with young children by advocating for economic opportunities for all. Here to discuss is Pat Sorenson, Senior Policy Analyst with the

Child care is essential to the economy, allowing parents to enter the workforce and providers to support both their businesses and families. COVID-19 has had a profound impact on child care, and underscored the importance for a greater investment in issues of access and affordability as part of state recovery efforts. The Michigan League for Public Policy is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated to economic opportunity for all using a racial equity lens. MLPP takes a comprehensive approach to addressing poverty by analyzing the impact of state and federal budgets and policies on residents with low incomes and works to empower and strengthen families with young children by advocating for economic opportunities for all. Here to discuss is Parker James, Kids County Policy Analyst with the Michigan League for Public Policy. To learn more, visit www.mlpp.org

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) and Michigan League for Public Policy President & CEO Gilda Jacobs talk about the impact of the new COVID relief package on childhood poverty in Michigan.

journalist Khalil Hachem discussed the appointment of a Supreme Court justice with Barbara McQuade, former US Attorney and a professor at the University of Michigan. Her expertise include criminal law, criminal procedure, national security, data privacy, and civil rights. Betsy Cushman discussed voting and absentee ballots, as cities began to send out ballots by mail. Cushman is Vice President of the Michigan League of Women Voters for Voter Services. Dr. Fadi Mustarah discussed the importance of having a flu vaccine this year and gave an update on the current efforts to develop a vaccine for Covid-19. Dr. Mustarah is General, Metabolic, and Obesity Surgeon & Clinical Epidemiologist and a recent Associate professor of surgery at Central Michigan University, and Private Practice Surgeon in suburban Detroit, Michigan, in Bloomfield Hills. The episode was broadcast: 25/9/2020 US Arab Radio can be heard on wnzk 690 AM, WDMV 700 AM, and WPAT 930 AM. Please visit: www.facebook.com/USArabRadio/ Web site : arabradio.us/ Online Radio: www.radio.net/s/usarabradio Twitter : twitter.com/USArabRadio Instagram : www.instagram.com/usarabradio/ Youtube : US Arab Radio

Pure Michigan is promoting places to see fall color in the Saginaw Bay region. The Michigan League of Conservation Voters is urging people to support a ballot proposal to protect Michigan's Natural Resources Trust Fund. The state has resumed sampling algae blooms along Saginaw Bay.

How can a major urban centre adapt to the brutal realities of climate change risks? How can communities unite together to prepare for, respond to and recover from increasing extreme weather events, while dealing with systemic discrimination and a major pandemic at the same time? How is Detroit leading the way? Find out here: Urban Adaptation to Climate Risks: Conversation with Dr. Jalonne L White-Newsome.  On Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. With Study Guide, click where it says PDF on the top left: https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/rban-adaptation-to-climate-risks-conversation-with-dr-jalonne-l-white-newsome BIO - Dr. Jalonne L White-Newsome, Kresge Foundation Dr. Jalonne L White-Newsome is "a senior program officer at The Kresge Foundation, responsible for the Environment Program's grant portfolio on Climate Resilient and Equitable Water Systems (CREWS). Jalonne is also a core team member of Kresge's Climate Change, Health and Equity Initiative, supporting grantmaking across the public health sector. Before joining Kresge in 2016, Jalonne served as director of federal policy at West Harlem Environmental Action Inc. (WE ACT), where she led national campaigns to ensure that the concerns of low-income communities of color were integrated into federal policy, particularly on issues of clean air, climate change and health. She is an adjunct professor at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. As a researcher on climate, health and equity, Jalonne was a lead author for the human health chapter of the Fourth National Climate Assessment. She provides leadership on various boards, including the National Academy of Sciences Board on Environmental Change and Society, the US Climate Action Network, Health Environmental Funder’s Network Steering Committee and the Urban Water Funder’s Group. A native of Detroit, Jalonne earned a Ph.D. in environmental health sciences from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, a master’s degree in environmental engineering from Southern Methodist University and a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Northwestern University. Jalonne has recently been recognized by Who’s Who in America, The Environmental Management Association’s Environmental Achievement Award, the Michigan League of Conservation Voters and is a 2017 PLACES Fellow alum with The Funders Network.

It's been almost six months since COVID-19 became a global pandemic, and no country has been spared from this crisis. As we now know, this is the most significant global public health threat we have faced in generations. Despite this, many nations have systematically fought the virus and have prevented it from devastating its people and communities.   But what about the United States? How has the world's most powerful country dealt with the pandemic, and where do we go from here? Join me in this episode as former Health Commissioner of the City of Detroit, national activist, and author Dr. Abdul El-Sayed discusses his book, "Healing Politics," and shares his diagnosis and prescription for how we can work together to move the health of our nation forward during this unprecedented time.  Episode Highlights: The epidemic within this pandemic Where do we stand as a country amidst the pandemic How the notion of insecurity is negatively impacting our nation in times of crisis Why we as a society are unable to invest in a collective action What leaders should be thinking of to prepare for the future Addressing the current failures of our culture Highlights from Dr. Abdul’s book, “Healing Politics” About Our Guest: Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is a physician, epidemiologist, progressive activist, educator, author, speaker, and podcast host. He is the Chair of Southpaw Michigan and a Political Contributor at CNN. ​He serves as a Sanders appointee and one of eight members of Vice President Biden’s 2020 Unity Task Force for Healthcare. ​His book, ​Healing Politics​ (Abrams Press), diagnoses our country’s epidemic of insecurity and the empathy politics we will need to treat it, and his forthcoming book ​Medicare for All: A Citizen’s Guide​ (​ Oxford University Press, 2021) co-authored with Dr. Micah Johnson​, ​offers a no nonsense guide to the policy. He is the host of “America Dissected,” a podcast by Crooked Media, which goes beyond the headlines to explore what really matters for our health. He is a Scholar-in-Residence at Wayne State University and American University, where he teaches at the intersection between public health, public policy, and politics. He was previously a SIne Fellow at American University’s Sine Institute of Policy & Politics, and Pritzker Fellow at the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics. In 2018, Abdul ran for Governor of Michigan on an unapologetically progressive platform. Though he finished second of three earning over 340,000 votes in the Democratic primary, his bid was endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and The Nation.​ Prior, he served the City of Detroit as Health Director, appointed to rebuild Detroit's Health Department after it was privatized during the city's bankruptcy. He was the youngest health official in a major American city and was awarded “Public Official of the Year” by the Michigan League of Conservation Voters and "40 under 40” by Crain’s Detroit Business in view of his leadership. Prior to entering public service, he was Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health where he led Columbia’s Systems Science Program and Global Research Analytics for Population Health. He has over 100 peer reviewed scientific publications that have been cited over 1700 times. Abdul earned a Doctorate in Public Health from Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar. He also holds a Medical Degree from Columbia University where he was an NIH-funded Medical Scientist Training Program Fellow and Soros New Americans Fellow. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa with Highest Distinction from the University of Michigan, where he was chosen to deliver the student remarks alongside President Bill Clinton and was awarded the Bicentennial Alumni Award in 2017. He is a native Michigander who was born and raised in Metro Detroit, where he lives with his wife Sarah, a psychiatrist, and daughter Emmalee.... Support this podcast

Oakland County is ground zero for Michigan's conservative movement, the place where power brokers and big donors reside. Is there reason to hope that the county can also be a place that embraces clean energy and the environmental justice opportunities that can blossom from a transition to a carbon free economy? This week's Speaking of Resilience podcast guests, Marnese Jackson, of Mothers Out Front, and Grover Easterling, of Michigan League of Conservation Voters, are working hard to make that answer "yes" through the Turn Oakland County Green campaign. The good news: they see signs of positive change. Marnese is an environmental and climate justice advocate who works as the Frontline Organizing Program Director with Mothers Out Front, and she is the former Midwest Regional Organizer for NAACP's Environment and Climate Justice Program. Grover is the SE Michigan field organizer for Michigan League of Conservation Voters, and previously worked as a legislative assistant to Detroit City Council, and led events and direct actions with a group of organizations known as the Coalition for Black Struggle. Watch this episode on Youtube Speaking of Resilience is created by the Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities and the Michigan Climate Action Network. This episode was produced by Miriam Owsley and Jeff Smith, hosted by Kate Madigan.

Recorded June 26, 2020. Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Follow Ted on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is a physician, epidemiologist, public health expert, and progressive activist. He is the Chair at Southpaw Michigan and a Contributor at CNN. He is the author of “Healing Politics” which diagnoses our country’s epidemic of insecurity and the empathy politics we will need to treat it, as well as “Medicare for All: A Citizen’s Guide” with Micah Johnson. He hosts “America Dissected,” a podcast by Crooked Media, which goes beyond the headlines to explore what really matters for our health. In 2018, Abdul ran for Governor of Michigan on an unapologetically progressive platform, advocating for universal healthcare, clean water for all, debt-free and tuition-free higher education, a pathway to 100% renewable energy, and to rebuild the barrier between corporations and government. His bid was endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Nation, and Current Affairs. And though he earned over 340,000 votes, he finished second of three in the Democratic Primary.Prior, he served as Health Commissioner in the City of Detroit, appointed to rebuild the City’s health department after it was privatized during municipal bankruptcy. He was the youngest health official in a major US city. Responsible for the health and safety of over 670,000 Detroiters, the Detroit Health Department became a state and national leader in public health innovation and environmental justice, in one of the fastest municipal public health turnarounds in American history. He was awarded “Public Official of the Year” by the Michigan League of Conservation Voters and “40 under 40” by Crain’s Detroit Business.As a professor at Columbia University's Department of Epidemiology, Abdul became an internationally recognized expert in health policy and health inequalities. He was Director of the Columbia University Systems Science Program and Global Research Analytics for Population Health. He has over 100 peer-reviewed publications that have earned over 1200 citations, including a foundational textbook on Systems Science & Population Health.Abdul holds a doctorate in Public Health from Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar, as well as a medical degree from Columbia University, where he was a Medical Scientist Training Program Fellow and a Soros New Americans Fellow. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa with Highest Distinction from the University of Michigan, where he was chosen to deliver the student commencement speech alongside President Bill Clinton.  Links for this episode: AbdulElSayed.com @AbdulElSayed Healingpoliticsbook.com Medicareforallbook.com We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Producers: Christopher Breitigan. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

We recorded this episode the week of George Floyd's funeral. We acknowledge the need to address what is happening in our communities today. We did not tape our usual banter about nonprofit topics. We took the week to be in conversation with each other and people in our communities on racism, privilege, and what we can do. We want to share some of what we have been reading and discussing. We warmly invite you to be a part of this conversation and commitment to action. Resources for reflection, discussion, and actionA Letter to my White Friends by Dax Devlon-Ross, as published in the Nonprofit Quarterly. The author helps us to better understand the experiences of a black man in America today.So you want to talk about race by Ijeoma Oluo. This is a great book for a book club because it breaks down issues related to race into accessible chapters.Confronting the Nonprofit Racial Leadership Gap by the organization Building Movement Project. Who leads our organizations is a key piece to the conversation, and this research invites us to rethink how we make space for leaders of color.21-Day Racial Equity Challenge by the Michigan League for Public Policy. This is a collection of readings and discussion questions to expand what we know about race.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Nonprofit Sector by Bloomerang. This one-stop-shopping resource provides lists of readings, webinars, podcasts, agencies and speakers related to race and racism.

The group behind the Adopt a Beach program has published the results of this year's cleanups. The Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy is featured in a US News and World Report article. The Michigan League of Conservation voters is applauding a bill that makes it easier to install solar panels.

Today on the podcast we're going behind the hustle with political fundraiser guru & co-founder of Young Ambitious and Beautiful, Lauren Bealore. She is a serial barrier breaker & changemaker who can tell you everything about getting into rooms that you belong in. Though she may walk into rooms as the first one or the only one, she has committed her career to making the political realm more diverse and inclusive by bridging gaps between minorities, women and politics. After completing her Masters in Public Policy, Lauren began her political career with the Fellow for the Millennial Mayors Congress Program. In 2014 during her role as a Finance Director for a Democratic Nominee for the Michigan House of Representatives Lauren helped to raise $800,000 during the campaign election. She was the first African American female selected as the Female Young Democrat of the year through the Oakland County Democratic Party. The first and only African American in her role as the Corporate Relations and Events Manager for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Lastly, the youngest woman elected as Precinct Delegate of Precinct 19 in the City of Southfield. Lauren is the Co-Founder for a women-owned non-profit organization by the name of Y.A.B., which stands for Young, Ambitious and Beautiful. It is a young entrepreneurial conglomerate for businesses owned by women of color. Through both Y.A.B. and Lauren's political career, Lauren has received over 100 publication features including Crain's Detroit Business, NBC News, Comcast Newsmakers, XO Necole, and Blavity. Lauren continues to use her extensive business network as well as political network to be both uplifting and resourceful, as well as provide tools for other young women to use as stepping stones to their own personal success. Here are some ways to connect with Lauren Bealore Website: www.laurenbealore.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/LaurenBealore LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laurenbealore Instagram: @djbeaz --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the official podcast of the Clean Water Campaign for Michigan. On this episode, campaign communications director Chris Good interviews Lisa Wozniak from the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. This episode is sponsored by Earthwork Music artist Friends With the Weather. /// The Clean Water Campaign for Michigan seeks to place clean water issues front and center in the year building up to the 2018 elections by urging every candidate running for public office to make a strong stand on critical issues affecting Michigan’s waters. Using storytelling and music events across the state to amplify the groundswell of public support for clean water issues, this campaign is driven by Michiganders from all walks of life who share a similar priority: protection of our water, a most vital resource. /// EPISODE 3: / Interview with Lisa Wozniak / Directed by Chris Good / Sponsored by Friends with the Weather / Produced, edited and mixed by Dan Rickabus / Narrators - Alex Smith, Dan Rickabus / Music - Seth Bernard and Mike Savina / featuring "Light Awakes" by Friends with the Weather

Drew YoungeDyke is an occasional fly angler, public land hunter, a trail-runner, a Train To Hunt athlete, a freelance outdoor writer, and chair the Michigan Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. Professionally, he is the Great Lakes Communications Coordinator for the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). In 2017, he gave away his compound and took up traditional bowhunting, competing in the 2017 Train To Hunt Nationals in the traditional bow division. Prior to working for NWF, Drew was the editor of Michigan Out-of-Doors magazine and the Chief Information Officer for Michigan United Conservation Clubs, where he founded the Michigan Out-of-Doors Podcast and a joint wildlife habitat volunteer program with the Michigan DNR, which won the agency Outdoor Life’s first Open Country award. Before that, he was the Policy & Communications Specialist for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. He earned his law degree and BA in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy from Michigan State University. Drew is a member of the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers and the Michigan Outdoor Writers Association. He also currently serves a DNR appointment to the Pigeon River Country State Forest Advisory Council. Drew spends the rest of his free time backpacking and fishing in the Pigeon River Country, kayaking the Huron River, and volunteering with the Huron River Watershed Council. Originally from Central Lake in northern Michigan, Drew lives in Ann Arbor with his wife Michele.

President & CEO of the Michigan League for Public Policy and Kids Count in Michigan Project Director Alicia Guevara Warren join host Don Wotruba to discuss the Annie E. Casey's latest "Race For Results" national report, which ranks Michigan dead last when it comes to the well-being of African-American Children. Tune in for what experts say can be done to ensure we're investing in Michigan and, more, in the future of Michigan's children.

Ashley and Erik visit the Michigan League to see a musical with John McMorrough, Associate Professor at the University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, and a principal architect in Studio APT (Architecture Project Theory). The building is currently home to a staged production of One Hit Wonder. Written by Jeremy Desmon, this jukebox musical is set to a soundtrack that includes notable one-hit wonders such as "Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina & The Waves and "Closing Time" by Semisonic.

Lauren Bealore is the Corporate Relations and Events Manager for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, a national political lobbying organization that focuses on protecting conservation issues by holding elected officials accountable. Lauren is also an appointed and elected official, serving as a City Commissioner for the City of Southfield’s Total Living Commission and Precinct Delegate for Precinct 19 of the City of Southfield. In today's interview, we discussed the shifts that are happening that seem to be stifling the voice of black women in politics.  We also discussed the impact that race, gender and ethnicity might play in politics as we look out a decade from now.

Ann Arbor loves hosting dignitaries, celebrities and heads of state like any other Midwestern city. In 1966, Ann Arbor had the pleasure of hosting newly-elected Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos and his lovely wife Imelda. He wasn't a dictator yet. Hadn't murdered 3,257 of his own people. Tortured 35,000 more. That would come six years later. In 1966, when the president and his wife enjoyed lunch in the Michigan League, they still looked at him like Southeast Asia's JFK, rather than one of the most brutal modern-day dictators. Music by Ben Benjamin, courtesy of GhoLicense Parental listener warning: Contains references to torture, murder, beauty pageants and hidden World War II treasure. See photos from Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos' trip to Ann Arbor in the AADL archives

Think politics don't affect you? Think again! "There are a lot of things taking place at the local, state, and federal level but our voices are not in it...so where does this leave the future of politics if we are not at the table?" In this episode, Lauren Bealore discusses why it's so important to be politically engaged and how having a seat at the table is crucial - especially for men and women of color. Some of the topics we discuss are the state of millennial and politics, the power of having people of influence in lobbying, donor, and policy positions, developing strategic partnerships, the generational gap, entrepreneurial trends we should be taking advantage of, and much more! Lauren is currently the Corporate Relations and Events Manager for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, a national lobbying organization that focuses on protecting conservation issues by holding elected officials accountable. Lauren is also an appointed and elected official, serving as a City Commissioner for the City of Southfield’s Total Living Commission and Precinct Delegate for Precinct 19 of the City of Southfield. Join in on the conversation on social (@dreamsindrive) and use the hashtag #dreamsindrive. Enjoy!   IN THIS PODCAST WE DISCUSS:- Why Shirley Chisholm was her childhood inspiration - Studying social relations & policy at Michigan State - The state of millennials and politics - Why millennial voices need to be at the political table - Why we need more people of color in policy, donor & lobbying positions - What it's like working at a lobbying organization - How money controls politics - Lauren's "houseparties" story (social capital + social enterprise) - How to yield your upward mobility to benefit others - Developing thick skin - Building strategic partnerships & raising money - Why we need to capitalize on the future of tech - Challenges Lauren faced in her career - The generational gap in politics - How to avoid burnout - How you can be more politically engaged

Charles Ballard is a professor in the Department of Economics in the College of Social Science. He has served as a consultant with the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, Health & Human Services, and Treasury, and with research institutes in Australia, Denmark, and Finland.  His books include “Michigan at the Millennium” and “Michigan’s Economic Future.” In 2007, Charles became director of the State of the State Survey, in MSU’s Institute for Public Policy and Social Research. Also in 2007, he won the Outstanding Teacher Award in MSU’s College of Social Science. In 2011, he joined the Board of Directors of the Michigan League for Public Policy.  Charles earned his doctorate from Stanford University.

Welcome to Independent Underground Radio LIVE - MICHIGAN'S TOP POLITICO PODCAST - Aired each Tuesday & Thursday at 9pm ET.    On Today's Show- What is the true facts on Michigan's $325 MILLION dollar budgetary deficit for 2015 and an estimated $100 MILLION PLUS for 2016? Will there be cuts to services for the state's lower and middle class residents plus public schools AGAIN at the expense of continual tax cuts for the top 1% and C & S Corporations statewide? Let's Dig Into the Details with our EXCLUSIVE GUEST, Tax Policy Analyst Alicia Guevara Warren of the non-partisan Michigan League of Public Policy. This is a must not miss interview! Also, Civil Rights activist Dick Gregory visited Michigan for Eastern Michigan University Martin Luther King day celebration, and gave a firery speech of what really happening in today's society. Listen to the speech on today's show! Finally, we will reply our highly popular episode "It's All About Witness 40 - Sandra McElroy" the Woman that was proven to have gave prejuried testimony before Ferguson, MO Mike Brown case grand jury. Host Monica RW is an owner/writer for the popular Independent Underground News website, media consultant for ROJS Media LLC, a experienced grassroots and elected local political leader, and brings her researched Independent opinions to the political issues of the day. Call into the show with your thoughts and opinions at 347-934-0185 or tweet us @IUNewsTalk. Follow our blog Independent Underground News & Talk (IUNT) at: http:///www.rojsnews.com Join Us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/iunewstalk Become our latest Facebook Fan: http://www.facebook.com/rojsradiolive

Tune into City Pulse this week as your host Berl Schwartz interviews various people about events and issues in the Lansing community. On the show this week we hear from a variety of guests including Sam Porter (Microbrew and Music Festival Founder), Mike Lasher (New Belgium Brewing Company), Frank Ravitch (Walter H Stowers Chair in Law and Religion, MSU), and Gilda Jacobs (President and CEO of Michigan League for Public Policy). Jarrett Skorup - Research associate for Mackinac Center for Public Policy

YPSILANTI, MI (wemu) - The September "First Friday Focus on the Environment" from WEMU explores the controversial natural gas extraction method called hydraulic fracturing, or 'fracking'. The co-host of this monthly feature is the Executive Director of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, Lisa Wozniak. Our guest this month is the Program Director for the Tip of the Mit Watershed Council, Grenatta Thomessey. © Copyright 2011, wemu

Audio[audio:http://archive.org/download/hotinhere/wcbn20110411.mp3] Join us for the debut of IHIH’s newest co-hosts Laura (Lolo Smith) and Kat (Superfly) Superfisky! Kerry Duggan, Senior Advisor, Legislative Affairs, Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, U.S. Department of Energy joins us to hype the April 21-22nd workshop held in the Michigan League entitled: Revitalizing Innovation in Michigan for Clean Energy Manufacturing Click on the workshop title […]

Audio[audio:http://archive.org/download/hotinhere/wcbn20101101.mp3] Failure to vote is not a protest, it’s just lazy. Tune in to get a sense of the mood in DC – hear from the Michigan League of Conservation Voters on who’s greenest on your ballot – from Emily/Judy about the role of business in sustainability and from who we hope will be America’s […]

Audio[audio:http://archive.org/download/hotinhere/hotinhere01mar2010.mp3] Start your week off on the ‘good foot.’ Tune in and join your friends at It’s Hot in Here, UM’s own environmental ‘infotainment’ for our first ever Staycation Special! We’ll talk legislation, change and local staycation destinations/ideas with Kerry Duggan of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters and Jesse Worker… of Clean Water Action. […]

Audio[audio:http://archive.org/download/hotinhere/hotinhere15feb2010.mp3] Join us for an hour of LOVE [Ideas we love, songs we love, food we love, people we love]. Dear friend Kerry Duggan of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters gives us her “political week in review” and Emily Plews tells us how to put the compassion back in commerce! As always, we’ll be […]