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Oakland Confidential had been teased for a few weeks by several high level local Republicans that they had a “big name” that we would...

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With former Detroit Police Chief allegedly getting into the Republican gubernatorial race, what does that do to the chances of...

LEAD BY EXAMPLE

It’s not unusual for leaders from different branches of the government to disagree, especially when they’re from opposite parties. And...

OFF THE RAILS

Michigan Republican Party Co-Chair Meshawn Maddock from Milford – aptly labeled by some as 'Trump in high heels' – has made her share of...

SHOOT THE MESSENGER

Meshawn’s other half, state Rep. Matt (Mad Dog) Maddock (R-Milford) is garnering quite a bit of national attention (see: Washington Post,...

STAY IN LINE

In this “Heil Leader” political era, Republicans who don’t follow current party “standards” are finding themselves on the outs. Witness...

ROUND TWO

When a bi-partisan group of 10 former Michigan lawmakers (including Republican ex-state Senator Mike Kowall from White Lake) got the word...

THE FULL STORY

The original details about the arrest of Michigan House member Jewell Jones (D-Inkster) were captivating enough after he was observed...

LANDING FEET FIRST

Former Birmingham City Manager Joe Valentine, who spent 24 years with the city – his entire career – before resigning last October, was...