Over the past century Michiganders have ping-ponged between Democratic and Republican candidates for president and statewide elected positions. Home of the Reagan Democrat, bellwether for both Obama and Trump. Why is it like this, though? In this episode, a conversation about the kitchen table issues that speak to Michiganders, regardless of Party.

GUEST ON THIS EPISODE:
David Dulio political science professor at Oakland University

Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here:
Online Submission Form
Call us: 734-764-7840
Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org

Over the past century Michiganders have ping-ponged between Democratic and Republican candidates for president and statewide elected positions. Home of the Reagan Democrat, bellwether for both Obama and Trump. Why is it like this, though? In this episode, a conversation about the kitchen table issues that speak to Michiganders, regardless of Party.
GUEST ON THIS EPISODE:
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<li>David Dulio political science professor at Oakland University</li>
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Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand/2025-08-14/submit-your-questions">Online Submission Form</a></li>
<li>Call us: <a href="tel:7347647840">734-764-7840</a></li>
<li>Email us: <a href="mailto:onhand@michiganpublic.org" aria-haspopup="menu">onhand@michiganpublic.org</a></li>
</ul>

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.

To share a story or submit your questions, head to michiganpublic.org/onhand

If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

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