Gretchen Whitmer has been called a lot of things in the last few weeks. The Michigan governor is a “rising star for Democrats,” according to the Washington Post, and a potential vice-presidential pick for presumptive nominee Joe Biden. According to President Donald Trump, though, she’s “the woman in Michigan” or “Gretchen ‘Half’ Whitmer.” And if you…
When Liz Gereghty gets a call from her sister, it’s not the name Gretchen or Big Sis that pops up on the caller ID on her cellphone. Instead, Gereghty has changed her contact profile to show that it’s “The Woman from Michigan” calling. It’s a tribute to her sister — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer — and the task…
LANSING, Mich.—The phone rings once. “Hello?” It’s a man’s voice: gruff, impatient. “Hi there,” the female caller says. “May I please speak with John?” “Who’s this?” “Gretchen Whitmer.” A three-second pause. “Governor Whitmer?” “Yes, sir.” “Oh ma’am,” John says, his tone apologetic. “Hi. How are you?” It’s a loaded question. This particular call, one of…