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Detroit Rep. Scott apologizes for calling Asian American opponent ‘ching-chong’

By Steve Neavling on August 17, 2018   Headline, Politics  

Detroit Rep. Scott apologizes for calling Asian American opponent ‘ching-chong’

Rep. Bettie Cook Scott also told one of her opponent’s campaign workers, “I want you out of my country.”

Michigan delivers big upset to Bernie Sanders in Democratic primary

By Steve Neavling on March 9, 2016   Government, Headline, Politics  

Michigan delivers big upset to Bernie Sanders in Democratic primary

Bernie Sanders pulled off a major upset over Hillary Clinton.

Flint voters turned away at some polls after city runs out of ballots

By Steve Neavling on March 8, 2016   City Government, Government, Headline  

Flint voters turned away at some polls after city runs out of ballots

Government has failed Flint again.

New poll: Bernie Sanders could upset Hillary Clinton in Michigan’s primary Tuesday

By Steve Neavling on March 7, 2016   Headline, Politics  

New poll: Bernie Sanders could upset Hillary Clinton in Michigan’s primary Tuesday

Bernie Sanders has quickly gained ground against Hillary Clinton ahead of Tuesday’s Democratic primary in Michigan, according to a new MSU survey.

Columnist: Why Detroiters should vote for Bernie Sanders

By Michael Betzold on March 2, 2016   Government, Headline  

Columnist: Why Detroiters should vote for Bernie Sanders

Nowhere is Bernie Sanders’ agenda more urgent than Detroit.

Recount changes primary election results by just 9 votes

By Steve Neavling on September 27, 2013   2013 Mayoral Election, Government, Headline, Politics, posts  

Recount changes primary election results by just 9 votes

The cost to taxpayers – nearly $500,000.

Napoleon waffles on support of EM as he trails in polls

By Steve Neavling on September 25, 2013   2013 Mayoral Election, Government, Headline, Politics, posts  

Napoleon waffles on support of EM as he trails in polls

The mayoral candidate said Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr wants to “slit throats” of Detroiters.

State investigates PAC tied to Duggan’s mayoral campaign

By Steve Neavling on September 18, 2013   2013 Mayoral Election, Government, Headline, Politics, posts  

State investigates PAC tied to Duggan’s mayoral campaign

The Secretary of State’s office is focusing on corporate donations.

Napoleon relies on out-of-staters for 42% of campaign cash in last period

By Steve Neavling on September 13, 2013   2013 Mayoral Election, Government, Headline, Politics, posts  

Napoleon relies on out-of-staters for 42% of campaign cash in last period

Napoleon raised $37,000 from CEOs, attorneys and contractors from other states, compared to $21,500 from Detroiters.

Napoleon pledges to cut crime by whopping 50%

By Steve Neavling on September 10, 2013   2013 Mayoral Election, Crime & Fire, Headline, Police, posts  

Napoleon pledges to cut crime by whopping 50%

The mayoral candidate made big promises to drastically improve life in Detroit’s neighborhoods.

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Steve Neavling

Steve Neavling lives and works in Detroit as an investigative journalist. His stories have uncovered corruption, led to arrests and reforms and prompted FBI investigations.

Michael Betzold

Michael Betzold is a former Free Press reporter and longtime area freelance journalist. He wrote Queen of Diamonds, a history of Tiger Stadium. He lives on Detroit's east side.

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