Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to discuss her book in Indy. Here's how to attend
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is scheduled to visit Indianapolis in April to promote the young adult version of her 2024 book "True Gretch."
Whitmer, who is term-limited, has been floated among potential 2028 presidential candidates for the Democratic Party.
Whitmer will discuss her book, which details her career, with former WISH "Indy Style" host Tracy Forner at 6:30 p.m. on April 3 in the Clowes Auditorium at the Central Library in downtown Indianapolis. The event is organized by Kids Ink Children's Bookstore.
The event is free, but a ticket is required. More information is available at kidsinkbooks.com.
Contact IndyStar state government and politics reporter Brittany Carloni at brittany.carloni@indystar.com. Follow her on Twitter/X @CarloniBrittany. Sign up for our free weekly politics newsletter, Checks & Balances, curated by IndyStar political and government reporters.
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