Michigan Congressmembers address problems in current U.S. politics with possible solutions

U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell (D–Mich.), Brenda Lawrence (D–Mich.), Dave Trott (R–Mich.) and Fred Upton (R–Mich.) gathered Thursday afternoon at the Mackinac Policy Conference to discuss key issues both federal and statewide and the bipartisan solutions they use to encourage Michigan’s growth. The event fell under the conference pillar of restoring civility in U.S. politics, which the panel said is becoming increasingly difficult. Despite disagreements, all four congressmen and congresswomen commended each others’, as well as Gov. Rick Snyder’s and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s, ability to set aside ideologies when it comes to helping Michigan residents. “We’re Americans,” Dingell said. “Our delegation is trying to work on all things Michigan. We’re trying to work together.”