Today on Stateside, we reflected on what progress has been made in Flint in the 10 years since the state switched the city to a new water supply that resulted in the water crisis. We also discussed what still needs to be done for the city's residents as a result of the lead contamination. Then, we heard about a new natural gas project around the villages of Mesick and Buckley. The project, headed by DTE, is sparking concern about the environmental impacts and longevity of pursuing non-renewable energy projects such as this. Looking ahead to this year's presidential election, we spoke to a political science professor about the role Michigan might play in this November's election as a swing state. Next, we continued yesterday's conversation with multi-disciplinary artist Tiff Massey about her creative process and her upcoming exhibit at the DIA. Concluding today's show, we heard from the current mayor of Flint.
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GUESTS ON TODAY'S SHOW:
- Steve Carmody, mid-Michigan reporter and producer for Michigan Public
- Izzy Ross, climate solutions reporter for Interlochen Public Radio
- Matt Grossman, professor of political science at Michigan State University
- Tiff Massey, Detroit artist; sculptor; metalsmith
- Doug Tribou, host of Morning Edition for Michigan Public
- Mayor Neeley, Mayor of Flint
