Craig DeRoche was one of Michigan’s most powerful legislative voices before drinking derailed his life. His recovery, chronicled in a new book, shows he still has contributions to offer.
Tom Watkins
A guest author for Bridge Magazine.
Tom Watkins was state superintendent from 2001 to 2005.
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Twenty-six plus nine, plus how many more? Gun violence must be addressed
With every new rampage, we say the carnage has to stop. And yet, it goes on. Will we ever find the will to take the steps needed to finally curb it?
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Gov. Snyder gets it right on early childhood education
Investing money in programs to boost infants and young children will pay education and economic dividends for Michigan’s future.
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In the wake of Baltimore burning, a question: What Would Our Leaders Do (WWOLD)?
The flashpoint in West Baltimore may have passed– but the problems and mounting community frustration in cities across Michigan and America remain.
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Forget traditional schools vs. charters; quality must grace all schools
Stop the ideological fights in Lansing and place the focus on appropriate oversight and quality education regardless of its source.