Ask supporters of Proposal 4 what it’s about, and they will answer as one: The registry. Ask its detractors the same thing, and they say: The union. And therein lies the debate. Proposal 4, which would amend the state constitution to create the Michigan Quality Home Care Council and allow home-care workers collective bargaining rights, presents […]
Prop 4: A battle on the home (health) front
Posted inMichigan Government
Blizzard of cash obscures bridge issues
The list of supporters for the planned New International Trade Crossing in Detroit reads like a roll call of distinguished Michigan stakeholders. Five governors. Five automakers. Twenty-three chambers of commerce. The state’s largest newspapers, corporations and most influential movers and shakers all have signed on in agreement that the state needs a new, modern link […]
Posted inPeter Luke: Eye on the Capitol
Snyder’s reinvention plans for Detroit tied up in two ballot props
A local sports page reader, commenting on the lack of attention Miguel Cabrera’s Triple Crown bid was receiving nationally last week, lamented: “Detroit on the whole has been nationally defined in the cultural consciousness as the ashtray of the United States.” Or it can be defined as tragically beautiful, according to the publicity for two […]
Posted inLand O Links
Land O Links
“Science has to be understood in its broadest sense, as a method for comprehending all observable reality, and not merely as an instrument for acquiring specialized knowledge” — Alexis Carrel, 20th century French scientist. * Michigan is becoming more energy-efficient, says something called The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. Michigan moved up from No. 17 […]
Posted inGuest Commentary
Guest column: Limited choice isn’t helping electric rates
By James P. Hallan/Michigan Retailers Association Since 2008, Michigan electricity customers have been denied the opportunity to shop for electricity in the competitive market because of legislation that capped competition at just 1 percent of total electric use. As a result, we are currently suffering from the highest electricity rates in the Midwest and rates […]
Posted inPhil's Column
The glorious beauty of Michigan in fall
The fish jumped, twice, each landing shattering the glassy calm of the lake into thousands of brightly colored shards of light. To the north, where the ground is high and rocky, the maples are blazing red and molten gold. And to the west, where swamp gradually turns to a pitched hill, the yellow-green of the […]
Posted inTalent & Education
Lansing, Flint, Howell and Pontiac are stops on K-12 townhall series
Michiganians, October is your last chance to discuss K-12 education and reform as part of the Center for Michigan’s townhall series on the topic: WHEN: Oct. 16, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Elmhurst Elementary School gym, 2400 Pattengill Ave., Lansing RSVP: Carolyn Stone – Carolyn.stone@lansingschools.net WHEN: Oct. 21, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: […]
Posted inMichigan Government
Fouls called by Truth Squad in GOP attacks on Debbie Stabenow
MICHIGAN TRUTH SQUAD ANALYSIS: “Replacement Refs”, “Stabenow: Addicted to spending”, “Stabenow: Sheepish” Who: Hoekstra for Senate, Michigan Republican Party What: TV ads Truth Squad calls: Flagrant foul on Hoekstra, Technical foul on Michigan GOP Hoekstra ad Questionable statement: “What’s the most watched sport around here? It’s the debate about Debbie Stabenow being the worst senator […]
Posted inMichigan Government
Truth Squad finds problems in claims made in 103rd House District campaigns
MICHIGAN TRUTH SQUAD ANALYSIS: “The Rendon Record” and “Bruce Rendon” Who: Michigan Democratic Party, Bruce Rendon for State Representative What: TV ad, website Truth Squad call: Warning on Michigan Democratic Party. Foul on Rendon. This Truth Squad report covers numerous campaign materials from both sides in the race for the seat in District 103 of […]
Posted inBusiness Watch
Where do consumers fit in Blues overhaul?
Few public policy topics are as important — and as mind-numbingly complex — as health insurance regulation. But Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, its supporters and detractors have tried to keep things lively over the years. And they’re at it again. Gov. Rick Snyder surprised many in the State Capitol on Sept. 11 when […]
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