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That Woman from Michigan 💪 Proud mom, Detroit Lions fan, New York Times best-selling author.

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Join me next weekend in Florida for a conversation about my book True Gretch-Young Adult Edition! Hope to see you there. by @truegretchwhitmer

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Join me and @shea.whitfield in Okemos on June 4, where we will kick off summer reading with a discussion about the YA edition of #TrueGretch! taken in Okemos, Michigan by @truegretchwhitmer

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I spoke with Governor Gretchen Whitmer today and she told me about her decision to meet with President Trump to discuss the devastating ice storms in Northern Michigan.

“I had to ask for help for the people of Michigan,” she said. “The way I was taught public service from both my parents is you take an oath to put the people’s interests above your own. And so while maybe I’m going to pay a price for that, I was doing the right thing for Michigan.”

Stay tuned for my full conversation with @truegretchwhitmer out April 23rd on My So-Called Midlife! by @truegretchwhitmer

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That woman from Michigan, Governor @truegretchwhitmer, is headed to the @latimes Festival of Books! Join us Sunday, April 27, as she discusses #TrueGretch Young Adult version with @jessicagelt!

From navigating a kidnapping and assassination plot to facing monumental challenges during a pandemic, “Big Gretch” shares the key pieces of wisdom that have shaped her trailblazing career and offers extraordinary lessons for young people everywhere who wish to make a difference in the world.

Learn more at the link in bio! by @truegretchwhitmer

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer details her pivot into public policy on today’s She Pivots Live episode, recorded at @sixthandi.

Listen now wherever you get podcasts 🔗🎙️

#interview #podcast #shepivots #pivoter taken in Sixth & I by @truegretchwhitmer

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I am so excited to attend @latimesfob next month! I’ll be discussing the YA edition of #TrueGretch with @jessicagelt on April 27 at 2:30pm at the Bovard Auditorium. I hope to see you there! #bookfest #latimesfob taken in Los Angeles, CA by @truegretchwhitmer

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This week, I am thrilled to share our very special LIVE episode with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer from our conversation at @sixthandi in Washington, D.C. Governor Whitmer first took public office at only 32 years old. During her 22 years of public service, Governor Whitmer has always led with grace - and a whole lot of grit. On this episode, @truegretchwhitmer reflects on her experience in the “sandwich generation,” taking care of her newborn and her mother, all while starting her political career in the Michigan legislature. (She even engages in some fun banter with one of her daughters who was in the audience!) She also shares some important wisdom from her book, “True Gretch” (now available in a young adult edition!), including the importance of being yourself.

This event was hosted by Sixth & I, a center for arts, entertainment, ideas, and Jewish life in Washington DC.

Photo Credit 📸 - Ari Strauss

#interview #shepivots #pivoter #podcast #whitmer by @truegretchwhitmer

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What’s one piece of advice you would give to your younger self? During last night’s chat with @shepivotsthepodcast, @truegretchwhitmer (aka Big Gretch) reflected on the big choices she’s made during her time as governor—including what she’s proud of and what she might do differently—along with lessons from young people looking to make a difference in the world.

📸 @aristraussphoto by @truegretchwhitmer

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✨ Great news! #ALAAC25 Registration is NOW LIVE! And our first announcement of speakers includes three "Mic Drop" voices who are excited to take the stage this summer in Philadelphia! Hear from @truegretchwhitmer, @georgehtakei, and @geenadavisorg when they share exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes stories from their latest books―just for YOU.

The only way to hear them is to REGISTER, and the early rates are the BEST rates. Click the link in our bio to sign up and SAVE!

#LibraryConference
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Photo of Opening General Session Speaker Governor Gretchen Whitmer - Book Cover Image: "True Gretch: What I’ve Learned About Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between," Photo of Featured Speaker George Takei - Book Cover Image: "It Rhymes with Takei," Photo of Closing General Session Speaker Geena Davis - Book Cover Image: "The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page"
ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition -
2025 - Philadelphia
June 26-30, 2025
American Library Association
ALAAnnual.org by @truegretchwhitmer

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“We have to find a way to keep moving ahead.”

That’s just one of my pieces of advice from my book, True Gretch—Young Adult Edition. You can hear more when you download your copy from @simon.audio. Thanks for listening ❤️ by @truegretchwhitmer

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I’m hosting a LIVE recording of She Pivots with Governor Gretchen Whitmer at Sixth & I on February 23 in Washington DC!!! @gewhitmer @sixthandi

You know how much I admire Gov. Whitmer—she’s a lifelong Michigander who has never lost an election, led Michigan through a global pandemic, and literally survived a kidnapping plot. Big Gretch (as she’s now known) gets sh*t done, and I can’t wait to sit down with her to talk about leadership, resilience, and what keeps her going even in the toughest moments.

Coming back to D.C. for this conversation feels full circle. Last fall, I jumped back into politics—something I wasn’t sure I’d ever do again—joining Kamala Harris’ campaign. It meant moving to a swing state, working around the clock, and being away from my family. And despite everything, I loved it. It reminded me that the work still matters, and we can make an impact.That’s exactly why I’m doing this event. In a political climate that can feel overwhelming, we need to hear stories of women who prove that change is possible. Gov. Whitmer is one of them.

Get your tickets 🎟️ at the link 🔗 in our bio, I can’t wait to see you there! by @truegretchwhitmer

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Can’t wait to be back in Traverse City next week to celebrate my new book at @cityoperahouse thanks to @traversebaycac and @horizonbooks! Come hear @chasten.buttigieg and I talk about writing for young adults, raising empowered kids, and much more! Tickets are available at the link in my bio. by @truegretchwhitmer

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