What's Happening?
The Michigan Chronicle, in collaboration with the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA), is set to launch the 21st season of its Pancakes & Politics speakers’ series with a live forum at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
This marks the first time the series will be held at the auto show, scheduled for January 15, 2026, at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. Pancakes & Politics has been a prominent platform for discussions among leaders in government, business, and civic life for over two decades. The partnership with the Detroit Auto Show aims to elevate these discussions on a global stage, focusing on community, innovation, and the future of the auto industry. Sam Klemet, Executive Director of the Detroit Auto Show, and Hiram E. Jackson, Publisher of the Michigan Chronicle, highlighted the significance of this collaboration in bringing critical conversations to a broader audience.
Why It's Important?
The integration of Pancakes & Politics with the Detroit Auto Show underscores the importance of dialogue in shaping the future of the auto industry and community policies. This collaboration brings together influential leaders to discuss pressing issues at a time when the auto industry is undergoing significant transformations. The event provides a platform for exchanging ideas that could influence policy and drive community progress. By hosting the forum at a major international event like the Detroit Auto Show, the discussions are poised to reach a wider audience, potentially impacting industry practices and public policy on a national scale.
What's Next?
Details about the program agenda and speakers for the Pancakes & Politics forum at the Detroit Auto Show will be announced in the coming weeks. The event is expected to address the challenges and opportunities facing the auto industry, alongside broader civic and policy issues. Stakeholders from various sectors, including government, business, and community organizations, are likely to participate, contributing to a comprehensive dialogue on the future of the industry and its societal implications.
