A Republic, If You Can Keep It

Analysis and commentary on Michigan politics from former Democratic Party chair Mark Brewer and former Republican Party executive director Jeff Timmer.

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Michigan and January 6th (Guest: House Dem Leader Donna Lasinski)

Posted July 28, 202100:39:51

So what's up with James Craig's "almost running" campaign for Governor? Mark and Jeff analyze the shaky rollout for the GOP's chosen one, and also discuss...

How Michigan Fits the Pattern (Guest: Tom Hamburger)

Posted July 21, 202100:40:27

In the opening segment, Jeff Timmer discusses how the departure of Michigan Republican Party executive director Jason Roe hurts the party as the internal...

It’s Trump’s Party, Not Mine (Guest: George Conway)

Posted July 14, 202100:48:59

Jeff Timmer and Mark Brewer are joined by outspoken attorney George Conway. Conway, a lifelong conservative, was considered by President Donald Trump...

The Congressional Maze (Guest: Representative Andy Levin)

Posted July 7, 202100:46:56

Mark and Jeff discuss the repercussions of Republicans paying a $200,000 fine after the former party chair turns in the current party chair for a campaign...

Betsy D for Governor? (Guest: Matthew Dowd)

Posted June 30, 202100:34:32

Highlighting this week's discussion: Jeff Timmer and Mark Brewer take note of the Trump Education Secretary's recent high visibility in Michigan GOP...