Phil's Column

Republicans must quell disputes inside their own caucus and govern in a way that avoids the sin of overreach.

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When campaigns are driven by dark money and college sports are “branded” like Viagra, society dies just a bit

From building workforce skills to economic development, Michigan works best when groups inside and outside government share smart ideas.

Both parties rightly complain of national party poo-bahs and bored billionaires messing with their effort to make their campaigns locally relevant to Michigan voters. Exhibit A: the wedding dress.

Retiring Congressman John Dingell says his biggest accomplishments over nearly six decades in Washington were brought about by bringing people together for the public good. That same philosophy is now playing out in Detroit.

Michigan’s future leaders could do worse than to take part in the Michigan Political Leadership Program to hone their skills as capable public servants.

Who’s supporting the candidates running for office? How much are they investing in the outcome? Right now, we can only guess about much of it.

Friday’s inauguration of Dr. Mark S. Schlissel at the University of Michigan was a moving demonstration of hope for our future.