State officials last week stripped Adams Township clerk Stephanie Scott of her of authority to run elections. The story behind why they did that reflects a broad shift in how national politics are playing out at your local ballot box. GUEST: Jonathan Oosting, politics reporter for Bridge Michigan. You can find more of Oosting's reporting on Stephanie Scott here. Looking for more conversations from Stateside?Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Stateside’s theme music is by 14KT. Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.