Former Gov. Jennifer Granholm is endorsing Haley Stevens for US Senate in Michigan’s competitive Democratic primary, calling her the best candidate to beat Republican Mike Rogers this fall.
Jennifer Granholm backs Haley Stevens in Michigan US Senate battle
Posted inTalent & Education
MSU’s new ethics policy: Gag order or commonsense loyalty guide for trustees?
Approved during a rare Sunday meeting, a new ethics policy is drawing criticism from those who say it violates free speech. But proponents say it’s necessary to outline expectations of trustees.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Study of PFAS levels in Michigan firefighters raises cautious optimism
Despite being at greater risk, a new study indicates the state’s firefighters have similar exposure to the toxic ‘forever chemicals’ as the rest of America.
Posted inMichigan Government
New Michigan tax system sparks confusion for 27,000 taxpayers
Michigan sent 27,000 taxpayers incorrect notices, including ‘alarming’ letters claiming owed taxes paid. Weeks later, the state is still working to correct the errors.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan is old and getting older. Experts warn of looming consequences
‘The baby boom really boomed in Michigan.’ The wave of resulting retirements is shrinking the state’s labor force, and experts warn population trends could be bad news for the state.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Michigan gets $108M in Monsanto settlement to clean up PCB contamination
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a $108 million settlement with Monsanto Co. over long-term PCB contamination in the state, with the funds directed toward cleanup and restoration of affected natural resources.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | You can’t build a people’s party with guard dogs at the gate
Making people feel wanted is good manners. It’s also a political necessity to earn every vote. Yet self-interest and single-issue politics normalize othering reactions among people nominally on the same team.
Posted inMichigan Government
GOP governor candidates pledge to overhaul Michigan schools at forum
Candidates pushed to increase the governor’s oversight of public education in Michigan at a forum for Christian homeschoolers.
Posted inMichigan Government
Experts: Michigan lost jobs, but tax revenue higher than expected
Michigan lost about 8,000 jobs over the past 12 months, according to economists. But tax collections are higher than expected, giving lawmakers flexibility as they negotiate the state budget.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | From Belfast to the Mitten: How our words can lower the temperature
Once people believe political opponents are fundamentally threatening or less deserving of participation, extreme actions become easier to justify. The encouraging news is that language can also work in the opposite direction. It can create space for disagreement without dehumanization.