Taxes, good government, natural resources, quality of life among the topics discussed at The Center for Michigan/Bridge Magazine’s first Solutions Summit, part of the nonpartisan groups’ 2018 Truth Tour.
Michigan Government
Citizens cannot do their job of running their government if they don’t know what their public servants are doing.
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Michigan’s infrastructure is in shambles. Answers aren’t easy
The state needs $4 billion in infrastructure fixes. But state, federal and local governments, and private sector, should be involved in a fix.
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Michigan’s economy is improving. But suburbs may face next fiscal crisis.
Cities are booming, but problems of unfunded liabilities such as pensions could plague smaller communities.
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Pure Michigan faces troubles from climate change to drinking water
Environmental experts weigh in on what the state and communities can do to protect Michigan’s natural resources and prepare for change.
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Why don’t Michiganders trust government? Let’s count the ways.
Government records are private. Gerrymandering is common. Dark money is omnipresent. But some say solutions will cause more problems.
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Michigan voters may weigh legalizing pot, repealing prevailing wage
Initiatives to repeal Michigan’s prevailing wage law and to legalize recreational marijuana may be on the ballot in November. Those backing and opposing each issue defend their sides.
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Michigan governor candidates release tax returns, other assets
Bridge Magazine requested financial data from 19 candidates for governor to shed light on potential conflicts of interest. Here’s a rundown of who responded, and who didn’t.
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Which Michigan governor candidates gave financial info
Bridge Magazine asked the 19 candidates for Michigan governor for tax returns and other financial details. Here’s a checklist noting who replied, and who did not.
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As hacking fears mount, Michigan election security gets middling marks
Good news: Michigan has new voting equipment. Bad news: No system is secure, and state procedures make it harder to catch tampering.
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Michigan’s 2018 infrastructure report card: D+
The state earns a near-failing grade for its roads, water and other infrastructure from civil engineers, with virtually no improvement since 2009.