Former Michigan leaders Rick Snyder (R) and Debbie Stabenow (D) were honored for their years of public service at the Citizens Research Council’s annual public policy dinner.

The dinner included a moderated panel where the two discussed political polarization and urged civil dialogue.

Former Michigan leaders Gov. Rick Snyder (R) and U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D) shared the stage on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at the Suburban Collection Showcase in Novi to accept the Eugene A. Gargaro Public Service Award and to stress the importance of civil dialogue and bipartisan collaboration.

With more than 300 people in attendance, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan brought together elected officials, corporate leaders and community members for its annual public policy dinner — a night dedicated to

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