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Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Chuck Stokes , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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A weekly news program in Michigan is set to feature an interview with a co-founder of a new civic engagement platform. This platform is free and available to the public. It aims to provide voter information and promote civic engagement.
The interview is scheduled to air on a Sunday morning. Further details about the platform and its goals can be found by tuning in to the program. The program is broadcast on a local television station and is also available online.
It has been on the air for many years and covers news and public affairs in the state.
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Category: government Published: July 31, 2026 Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A weekly news program in Michigan is set to feature an interview with a co-founder of a new civic engagement platform. This platform is free and available to the public. It aims to provide voter…
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