Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 10: No Michigan Gov't Shutdown: State Senator Chang on $81 Billion Budget
Автор: Bankole Thompson
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This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson interviews Democratic State Sen. Stephanie Chang about the $81 billion spending plan that Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed into law, and what is in the budget for urban cities like Detroit that are struggling with the crisis of poverty. Chang was a holdout during budget negotiations over a proposed increase for marijuana tax but ultimately voted for the passage of the budget to avoid a state shutdown.
Chang, who is in her final term in the Senate where Democrats hold the majority, discusses how the bipartisan budget includes support for several key projects in Detroit. This includes $1 million in funding for Focus: HOPE, which recently lost a $6 million federal grant for its Head Start program, likely affecting thousands of families in the city, as well as backing for a water affordability plan.
Chang explains why the budget provides a funding boost for public safety efforts in local municipalities, more resources for higher education, free meals in schools, support for at-risk students, Medicaid and other related programs, as well as road funding.
The Detroit Democrat also discusses the 2026 gubernatorial race, why Michigan needs a Democratic governor, and the lessons the Democratic Party is learning during President Donald Trump’s second term.
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