This week, we bring you another episode of our Road to November 2026 series, as Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Michigan Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Candidate Garlin Gilchrist to discuss what he is hearing on the ground from Michigan voters and the factors he thinks will ultimately determine the competitive U.S. Senate race. They also talk about the lessons Michigan has to teach national Democrats, including what people want from their leaders right now and why showing up is key to building credibility. Tune in to learn more about what Democrats need to do to gain support and win elections in November.
IN THIS EPISODE:
• [00:00] Welcoming Michigan Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist to the show.
• [02:35] The most common questions and concerns Lt. Governor Gilchrist is seeing.
• [04:30] How Lt. Governor Gilchrist talks about democracy to emphasize its importance.
• [06:44] What people mean when they ask elected officials to 'fight' for them.
• [11:50] How AI comes up on the campaign trail and his approach to people's concerns.
• [15:32] Lt. Governor Gilchrist explains Michigan's party convention process.
• [17:23] The primary issues he believes Michigan voters are most focused on.
• [20:18] How Lt. Governor Gilchrist connects with all of the people in his state.
• [23:06] Lt. Governor Gilchrist shares his concerns about the upcoming election.
• [24:50] What makes Michigan so unique and how that affects its political climate.
• [32:37] Lt. Governor Gilchrist tells us what Democrats need to do to win elections.
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