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November 3, 2026 ~ Former Michigan Governor and former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Jim Blanchard joined Kevin Dietz to discuss his dinner with Haley Stevens just days before she endorsed Mike Rogers in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race, offering insight into the political conversations and strategy behind one of the campaign’s biggest late developments.
DETROIT ~ As Michigan voters cast their ballots on Election Day, former Gov. Jim Blanchard says he expects Democrats to perform strongly across Michigan and the nation, arguing that concerns about the economy, international conflicts and trade have become major motivating factors for voters heading to the polls.
Blanchard also sought to downplay the political fallout surrounding Rep. Haley Stevens’ endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers in the U.S. Senate race, saying he does not believe the move will significantly influence voter decisions. Instead, he emphasized the importance of Michigan’s election workers and the role they play in ensuring a secure and transparent voting process.
