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It's Just Politics

Sen. Winnie Brinks on bringing legislative experience to the Lt. Gov. office

By Zoe Clark,
Rick Pluta
Published September 2, 2026 at 12:58 PM EDT
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It’s official: State Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks is the Democrat’s choice to run for Lieutenant Governor. Brinks joins It’s Just Politics this week. Plus, Michigan Public Radio Network’s Colin Jackson reports on the weekend’s Democratic Nominating Convention.

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Zoe Clark
Zoe Clark is Michigan Public's Associate General Manager and Political Director. In these roles, Clark guides coverage of the state Capitol, elections, and policy debates. She hosts the weekly show It's Just Politics. As Associate General Manager, she helps to guide Michigan Public’s strategic direction, content vision, and cross-platform integration.
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Rick Pluta
Rick Pluta is Senior Capitol Correspondent for the Michigan Public Radio Network. He has been covering Michigan’s Capitol, government, and politics since 1987.
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