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Gretchen Whitmer
Season 2
Episode 205
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks about her rise in politics, the story behind her campaign slogan “Fix the Damn Roads,” and her emotional quest for reproductive rights—sharing insights on bipartisanship and leadership.
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