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Monday Nov 21, 2011
Monday Nov 21, 2011
MIRS and other media knew about the alleged child molestation accusations against U.S. Rep. Dale Kildee by his extended family members for months. Why did it take a Washington, D.C., blogger to break open the floodgates on the story? Also, MIRS' team make predictions on whether Detroit will fall into emergency manager status. David Palsrok, the lobbyist for the Small Business Association of Michigan, grades Gov. Rick Snyder and the Legislature.
Monday Nov 14, 2011
Monday Nov 14, 2011
The House Democrats rolled out their economic development plan this morning. What do they believe will stimulate the state's economy? Also, why isn't the Department of Education meeting today's deadline to submit an important federal waiver? Rep. Bob Genetski talks about why he voted no on the bullying bill. Michigan Republican Party Chair Bobby Schostak throws presidential candidate Rick Perry a lifesaver following Wednesday's presidential debate. And, finally, did Herman Cain put the sexual harassment issue behind him at Oakland University? Attorney General Bill Schuette is posed with that question.
Wednesday Nov 09, 2011
Wednesday Nov 09, 2011
Listen to Gov. Rick Perry talk with reporters immediately after tonight's presidential debate at Oakland University. "I stepped in it," he admits when talking about forgetting on stage the fact that he wants to get rid of the Department of Energy.
Monday Nov 07, 2011
Monday Nov 07, 2011
Will Rep. Paul Scott (R-Grand Blanc) be recalled? Who is the frontrunner in the special Democratic primary in the 29th House District to succeed former Rep. Tim Melton? The MIRS team answers those questions and what is next in the bullying debate that has exploded in the state Senate. Also, Joan Fabiano with Grassroots in Michigan talks about the Tea Party's growing presence at the state Capitol.
Monday Oct 31, 2011
Monday Oct 31, 2011
The Governor's transportation proposals didn't catch immediate fire last week, but what are the alternatives? Former HFA Director Mitch Bean of Great Lakes Economic Consulting gives them. Also, are changes to the state's workers' compensation and no-fault insurance system on tap in the House this week? Finally, Ken Moore, president of the Michigan State Employees Association (MSEA), reflects on what he called the toughest bargaining cycle yet.
Monday Oct 24, 2011
Monday Oct 24, 2011
In today's podcast, Susan Demas outlines why the New International Trade Crossing (NITC) went down and Detroit Chamber Vice President Brad Williams weighs in on the topic. We also touch on the Supreme Court's recent recall involvement and the Occupy Lansing protests happening in Reutter Park.
Friday Oct 21, 2011
Friday Oct 21, 2011
MIRS sat down with Michigan Liquor Control Commission Chair Andy Deloney on Oct. 19 to talk about everything from booze smugglers to buying local when it comes to your microbrew.
Monday Oct 17, 2011
Monday Oct 17, 2011
If MIRS Editor Kyle Melinn becomes a quadrapolegic in a car accident, what happens when his $5 million in benefits runs out under changes to the state's no-fault system that moved out of the House Insurance Committee this week? Who pays for his costs? Is he out on the corner with a cup? Pete Kuhnmuench from the Insurance Institute of Michigan answers this and other questions in this week's edition. Also, this week, Melinn and MIRS House reporter Alisha Green make their final predictions on how many legislative recalls will actually be put in front of voters by February.
Wednesday Oct 12, 2011
Wednesday Oct 12, 2011
Current TV announced plans on Oct. 12 to launch a new primetime program hosted by former Gov. Jennifer Granholm. "The War Room With Jennifer Granholm" will premiere in January 2012 and will air at 9 p.m. following “Countdown With Keith Olbermann.” Listen to the conference call featuring Al Gore, Current TV Chairman and co-founder; Joel Hyatt, Current TV CEO and co- founder; David Bohrman, Current TV President and Granholm.
Monday Oct 10, 2011
Monday Oct 10, 2011
Why shouldn't the state put caps on how much it pays out in medical expenses for car accident victims? George Sinas, an attorney for the CPAN coalition, answers that and other questions in this week's edition. Also, Ray Holman from the UAW 6000 reports in from the Wall Street protests. And how long will Sen. John Gleason hold his silent protest inside the Capitol?