SMART POLITICS

Tue May 05 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-04:00

Mario's Italian Restaurant - Midtown Detroit | Detroit

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A panel discussion about the MIDTERM ELECTIONS . Moderated by WDET'sNews Director Jerome Vaughn .
About this Event

Midterm elections are approaching, and campaigning is already underway.

Join WDET News Director Jerome Vaughn for the first Smart Politics event of 2026 on Tuesday, May 5, at Mario’s Italian Restaurant in Midtown Detroit. Vaughn will moderate a panel discussion with Zach Gorchow of Gongwer News Service and Dave Dulio, political science professor at Oakland University. Audience questions will be part of the conversation.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase, and guests are welcome to dine during the program. Seating is first come, first served.

Doors open at 6 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m.

This program is supported by Bernard Wealth Management.

The views expressed by panelists are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University. Please be respectful of panelists, the moderator and fellow attendees. Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the event. A valid government issued ID is required to purchase or consume alcohol.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Mario's Italian Restaurant - Midtown Detroit, 4222 2nd Avenue, Detroit, United States

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USD 12.51

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