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Today is what many refer to as “Fat Tuesday” or Paczki Day. These rich, deep-fried Polish doughnuts are traditionally eaten to use up sugar and fat before Lent, and Southeast Michigan celebrates as much or more than any city in the country. The Dingell family has a long history with Paczkis and has created its own traditions around the day. WEMU's David Fair was joined by 6th District Congresswoman Debbie Dingell to talk all about it and caught up on what is going on politically in the nation’s capital.

Fat Tuesday is the day of the Paczki! Michigan Congressional Representative Debbie Dingell has long made it a tradition to send the delicious pastries out to members of the media in appreciation of keeping the public informed. This year will is no exception. But, as you'll learn, the Ann Arbor Democrat's relationship to the tasty treats extends back well before she was elected to Congress. Representative Dingell joined WEMU's David Fair on a Mardi Gras celebration day on WEMU to tell her story.

Today is Fat Tuesday, the day before the start of Lent. This particular day means a great deal to 12th District Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, whether it involves making sacrifices or giving back to the community. She joins WEMU's David Fair to talk about the personal significance. Additionally, they talk about the importance of truth in media through public broadcasting and preview tonight's State of the Union address from President Joe Biden.

Today is Fat Tuesday, which is the day before the 40-day period where Catholics make personal sacrifices known as Lent. This time of year is particularly…