General Discussion

Mostly just city elections this year, very short ballot,
no questions of any national significance----

and our city mayor, a former Democratic state legislator,
was re-elected by what I think was reported as a 'record margin'.....

That being Lansing, the capitol city of Michigan. Andy Schor


AI Overview
Andy Schor is the 52nd Mayor of Lansing, Michigan, a member of the Democratic Party, and was recently reelected for a third term. He was previously a member of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and represented the 68th district in the Michigan House of Representatives. His recent focus includes addressing homelessness through projects like the new "mile pod" community, improving roads, and promoting economic development.
Background: Schor is a Democrat who has served on the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and in the Michigan House of Representatives. He is also the first Jewish mayor of Lansing.
Recent Election: He was reelected for a third term in November 2025.
Key Initiatives: His priorities for his third term include improving roads, increasing economic development, and addressing gun violence and homelessness.
Homelessness: A recent initiative involves investing in a "mile pod" community to help individuals experiencing homelessness stabilize their lives.
Economic Concerns: He has expressed concerns about the impact of tariffs on the city's auto industry, which includes GM assembly plants.


Hrmphhh. I didn't even know that he was Jewish--- not that I CARE,
it's a point in his favor because he is more of a minority than I knew about....