The BBC World Questions program is set to host a panel of leading politicians and opinion formers in Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday 4 June. The event will feature an array of topics that are currently pressing issues in the country, including inflation, jobs, immigration, the right to protest, and the upcoming election.
The program, which places people and their questions at the forefront, will be hosted by BBC presenter Anu Anand. On the panel will be Democrat State Senator Sarah Anthony and Republican State Senator John Damoose, along with Professor Matt Grossmann from Michigan State University, Kaitlyn Buss from The Detroit News, and Jennifer Root, the Executive Director of SEIU union in Michigan.
Gwenan Roberts, BBC World Service English’s Commissioning Editor is thrilled about this upcoming opportunity for local communities to engage with leaders and have their voices heard on an international platform. This live recording will take place at the Lansing Center on 33 E Michigan Ave with a reception starting at 6.00pm. Those interested in attending can register to be part of the audience.
The event will then be broadcast on World Service English on Saturday 8 June and can be accessed online at www.bbc.com/worldserviceradio, BBC Sounds, and other podcast providers. For press accreditation or any queries about BBC World Service contact robin.miller@bbc.co.uk
