This edition of Flashpoint focused on the GM layoffs and the battle over minimum wage in Lansing between republicans and democrats.
The layoffs and plant closures could have major implications on the economy in Metro Detroit.
On this edition of Flashpoint we also took a look at Ford Motor Company's recent announcements, which will impact the auto industry as well.
Segment 2:Nancy Kaffer, columnist, Detroit Free Press; Nolan Finley, editorial page editor, The Detroit News; and Dustin Walsh, senior reporter, Crain's Detroit Business.
Segment 3:Nancy Kaffer, columnist, Detroit Free Press; Nolan Finley, editorial page editor, The Detroit News; and Dustin Walsh, senior reporter, Crain's Detroit Business.