City manager contract approved despite one objection
(07/29/14 2:31am)
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Q&A: U.S. Rep. Kildee on student loan reform, gay marriage and big money in politics
(04/28/14 3:33am)
Congressman Dan Kildee D-Flint says higher education is a focal point of his platform. Fitting with his interest in Michigan universities, the Central Michigan University Alumnus spoke to College Democrats last week about several issues facing students, including loan debt, affirmative action and same-sex marriage. Central Michigan Life caught up with Kildee while he was in town to ask the congressman several questions pertaining to his stance on these issues, and any plans for reform.
Obama in Ann Arbor: $10.10 minimum wage a 'no-brainer'
(04/02/14 7:48pm)
Students, faculty voice opinions on federal government decision to recognize same-sex marriages in Michigan
(04/02/14 3:58am)
Despite the ban on same-sex marriage in Michigan, Troy junior Emily Herbon believes the debate over changing the law comes down to religion.
Obama to push for minimum wage hike in Ann Arbor on Wednesday
(03/31/14 3:58am)
President Barack Obama will visit Ann Arbor on Wednesday as part of his nationwide push for an increase in the federal minimum wage.
Students share their most important political issues
(01/29/14 4:58am)
In 2014, voters will have a chance to either re-elect or replace Gov. Rick Snyder and the entire state Legislature. They will also have the ability to shape the final two years of President Barack Obama's presidency in the midterm elections.
Obama at State of the Union: 'Give America a raise'
(01/29/14 3:48am)
President Barack Obama called on Congress to help him restore “opportunity for all” in his fifth State of the Union address and said he will take action even if they do not.
U.S. Immigration reform legislation could become reality in 2014
(01/15/14 12:32pm)
Prospects for the passage of comprehensive immigration reform on Capitol Hill are looking up, after years of inaction on the issue.
COLUMN: The case for voting third party
(11/15/13 12:00pm)
Aside from basic human rights, nobody is entitled to anything.
COLUMN: Drugs and politics
(11/11/13 12:00pm)
In light of the news that Toronto Mayor Rob Ford confessed to using crack-cocaine while in office, many people are left crying for public officials to take mandatory drug tests before running for and to keep office.
COUNTER COLUMN: Gordon Ramsay for President
(10/11/13 11:00am)
Tony Wittkowski, in an unfortunate tirade in the Oct. 7 edition of Central Michigan Life's Voices page, boldly proclaimed that Gordon Ramsay should stay off television.
Future of politics, major national issues discussed at first SUSO event of semester
(01/24/13 5:25pm)
About 60 people gathered for a panel discussion on November's election and what it means for the nation's future just days after President Barack Obama was sworn in for his second term.
Speak Up, Speak Out to host political forum in UC Wednesday
(01/18/13 2:00pm)
Speak Up, Speak Out’s upcoming forum will feature special guests Susy Avery and Debbie Dingell and will focus on the outcome of the election and what it means for Michigan and the nation.
EDITORIAL: Colin Powell a breath of fresh air from the Republican Party
(01/14/13 2:00pm)
If only more Republicans could be like Colin Powell.
EDITORIAL: Election night signaled a generational shift
(11/09/12 1:00pm)
Tuesday night marked the beginning of a new era in American politics: one more tolerant, more diverse and younger than ever before.
Mount Pleasant Public Schools board results not determined Tuesday night
(11/07/12 4:30am)
Four challengers are still vying for two seats on the Mount Pleasant Public Schools board after polls closed Tuesday night.
COLUMN: Why we should re-elect Obama
(10/31/12 12:45pm)
I’ve been asked why I’m supporting President Obama quite a few times during this election season.
Mount Pleasant School Board candidates vie for six-year terms
(10/28/12 4:22am)
Four candidates are vying for two spots on the Mount Pleasant School Board on Tuesday's ballot.
Political discussion sparks conversation in UC Tuesday night
(10/24/12 2:12am)
The audience started to get heated on Tuesday night at the Political Discussion when the issue of women's health care was brought up.
Polls show presidential race tied nationally, Obama up six points in Michigan
(10/21/12 7:16pm)
Polls show President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney heading into a very close Nov. 6 election, and both campaigns are ratcheting up campaign spending in response.
