A couple weeks ago, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced he would not seek a fourth term as mayor of the city. It was widely speculated he would run for governor of Michigan in 2026. Well that day came this week when he announced not only that he would run for governor, but also that he would run not as a Democrat - which he is - but as an Independent. 

GUESTS:

Mike Duggan, mayor of Detroit
Louis Aguilar, reporter, Detroit News

A couple weeks ago, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced he would not seek a fourth term as mayor of the city. It was widely speculated he would run for governor of Michigan in 2026. Well that day came this week when he announced not only that he would run for governor, but also that he would run not as a Democrat - which he is - but as an Independent. 
GUESTS: Mike Duggan, mayor of Detroit Louis Aguilar, reporter, Detroit News

Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.

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Ever wondered why we call ourselves &ldquo;Michiganders&rdquo;? Or why we say &ldquo;pop&rdquo; instead of &ldquo;soda&rdquo;? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.
To share a story or submit your questions, head to <a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand">michiganpublic.org/onhand</a>
If you like what you hear on the pod, consider <a href="https://michiganpublic.org/podfund">supporting our work</a>: michiganpublic.org/podfund