Peter Ross Dickow

Michigan democrat. People. policy, politics. 37 year journalism career. Deadhead. New Englander now firmly entrenched in Michigan.

[Gary Peters @GaryPeters]

I’ve repeatedly said that I will support our Democratic nominee because the most important election is in November. The stakes could not be higher, and that’s why I’m endorsing Abdul to be Michigan’s next U.S. Senator.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

The President just acknowledged he is risking American lives by dragging us into another “war” in the Middle East, without Congress’ approval. Our Constitution requires this check for a reason. The American people don’t want to send their sons and daughters to another unjustified forever war across the world.

Iran is a bad actor and we must ensure they never produce nuclear weapons. We had a diplomatic agreement with Iran on nuclear proliferation and President Trump withdrew during his first term without a plan for what comes next because he was playing petty politics. Now, he’s sending American servicemembers back to the Middle East to attempt to fix the problems he created.

The Administration must immediately brief Congress on these strikes and its next steps, end goal, and strategy to ensure this protects, not weakens, our homeland security.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

Here’s the deal right now: Trump and Republicans are willing to shut down the government instead of work with Democrats to prevent health care costs from rising even more. People are already hurting as a result of Trump’s severe cuts, and Americans’ premiums are expected to double.

We must take action to ensure people can still access affordable health care.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

My statement on the American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities:

[Tim Alberta @TimAlberta]

Good morning and happy Election Day. The closest I'll come to a prediction:

Eight years ago, I wrote about the conflict between my brain and my gut. Everything I knew (state data, demographic trends, etc) pointed to a Clinton victory. Yet everything I saw (hidden support, intensity of opposition toward Clinton) suggested Trump would win.

Today feels eerily similar—with the roles reversed. Everything I know (high floor, erosion within the Dem coalition, good environment) points to a Trump victory. Yet everything I see (hidden support, intensity of opposition toward Trump) suggests Harris will win.

My brain has told me, since springtime, that Trump is the favorite. That didn't change when Harris took over the ticket; I told audiences throughout September and part of October that I thought he'd win. But my gut—especially over these last two weeks—keeps saying Harris, and maybe even Harris by a comfortable margin.

Bottom line: a massacre in the suburbs would realign the electorate more than any shift among urban non-whites. Trump may well improve in Detroit, but if he loses Oakland County by 20 points it ain't gonna matter.

[Mark McKinnon @mmckinnon]

Katy bar the polling places, the sisters are coming!

[Gary Peters @GaryPeters]

I saw @KamalaHarris fight for the American people every single day when we served together in the Senate — and I know she’ll be a wonderful president.

She’s an exemplary leader, knows what it takes to deliver when it matters most, and has my full support.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

Great to welcome @GovWhitmer and new members of the Michigan delegation, Hillary Scholten and Shri Thanedar to Washington this week!

Look forward to working with our delegation to continue delivering for Michiganders.

[Gary Peters @GaryPeters]

We protected the Senate Majority!

These historic results in race after race speak for themselves, reflecting the strength of our candidates, the popularity of our message to the American people, and a rejection of extremism espoused by the GOP. 

https://t.co/HXOPJ4ivOd

[Brian Schatz @brianschatz]

Great work @GaryPeters.

[Governor Gretchen Whitmer @GovWhitmer]

Damn it feels good to be a Michigander.

[Peter Ross Dickow @PeterRossDickow]

@mjhayesTV @nabtweets @HearstTV @JWertlieb @MajorCBS @CBSNews Well done @mjhayesTV

[NWS Grand Rapids @NWSGrandRapids]

Our forecast remains consistent with the bulk of the heavy snow impacting along and south of the I-94/I-69 corridor. Areas from GR up towards the thumb are still in an area of uncertainty, where any north/south shift of the storm track may result in greater/lesser snow totals.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

The bipartisan infrastructure bill is now law!

This legislation will upgrade our crumbling infrastructure, create good-paying jobs, & boost economic competitiveness. I'm proud to have helped make it a reality to improve the way Michiganders move, live & work.

[joelafurgey @joelafurgey]

Grammy winner Billy Strings is back home in Muir w/a big surprise, handing out guitars to hundreds of students @ his old elementary school. I’ll have more on what inspired the gift later on News 8.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

This Military Family Appreciation Month, I want to recognize the tremendous sacrifices of our military families. Our nation is forever in their debt.

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

I’m proud to have helped pass this bipartisan bill to improve the way Michiganders move, live and work. Read my full statement ⬇️

https://t.co/VKNGmyHWNr

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

Some say I should stay neutral between @UMichFootball & @MSU_Football’s big game tomorrow—since they’re two incredible Michigan institutions.

But I always take a stand.

#GoGreen 💚🤍

[Senator Gary Peters @SenGaryPeters]

I’m the son of a @SEIU steward and 30-year @MEAOnline member—and the son-in-law of an @UAW retiree. To me, #LaborDay has special meaning.

[Peter Ross Dickow @PeterRossDickow]

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