Phil's Column

True excellence brings with it the impulse for aspiration, a model for following, a standard that invites achievement, for all of Michigan.

The traditions of African culture run up against opportunities for prosperity in a developing Kenya.

With prisons gobbling 20 percent of state spending, policymakers are grappling how to reduce Michigan's incarcerated population while still keeping those on the outside safe.

Three Center for Michigan conferences this fall will put state political, business and education leaders in the same room with ordinary Michigan residents to talk college affordability, job training and career opportunities.

Both Trump and the Center, in VERY different ways, are working to impact a troubled political system.

Four years in, Bridge Magazine is helping to shape the policy conversation in Michigan with research-based, bipartisan reporting on issues important to the state.

Five generations of the Power family are tied to the Montmorency “sour” cherries of northern Michigan. Now, put them in your belly!

A promise of beauty and wisdom amid the wonders of Michigan.

Momentum is building among conservative policymakers to reduce costs in the state’s expensive prison system

Programs that help vulnerable families with pregnancy and infant care, as well as child-care options, are shown to pay dividends for early learning.