The 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference kicks off Tuesday with opening remarks from organizers and a “conversation” with Mike Duggan, the former Detroit mayor who last week ended his independent bid for governor. 

Watch live coverage below, via Detroit PBS: 

Streaming schedule for Tuesday, May 26

  • 2:15-3:15 p.m. Workforce of Tomorrow: Aligning Education, Industry, Regions, and Policy 
  • 3:45-4:45 p.m. From Policy to Production: How to Lower Development Costs and Get More Michigan Homes Built 
  • 4:50-5:20 p.m. Opening Session: Michigan’s House Is on Fire
  • 5:20-5:30 p.m. Mackinac Moment
  • 5:30-6 p.m. A Conversation With Mike Duggan

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