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Activist's Critique of Prop 3 Study Completely Incorrect

Union of Concerned Scientists analysis of Mackinac Center study wrong on every single point

Jeff Deyette at the pro-Proposal 3 “Union of Concerned Scientists,” makes factually incorrect assertions about the Mackinac Center’s study on Proposal 3’s economic impact. In fact, not a single one … “ignores” the cost cap included as part of the proposal. The cap is fully addressed in the study and … more

Renewable Energy Mandate Backers Have Deep 'Green' Pockets

Proposal 3 opponents also spending big to try and thwart plan that would require 25% renewable energy by 2025

… November. But supporters for Proposal 3 are a little harder to track. … of Commerce also oppose Proposal 3, which would create a constitutional … the campaign supporting Proposal 3.  Tom Steyer founded and … $3.3 million to the ballot proposal campaign committee. Steyer … research," Lehman said. Prop 3 will be costly to taxpayers if … more

Prop 3: A Push Backward

Proposal 3 on the Nov. 6 ballot, dubbed the “25 by 25' renewable energy standard, refers to a mandate … and instantly on call to handle peak loads. Proposal 3 is asking permission to pay for a frill. The … economic planning leads to unplanned consequences. Proposal 3 points backward toward malfeasance and human … more

Prop 3 Can't Change the Laws of Economics

No matter how badly supporters want to think it can

Proposal 3, the renewable energy standard, would constitutionally … thing as a free lunch." But Prop 3 supporters of "green energy" … "free lunch," why don't Proposal 3 supporters cap the rate … example, the supporters of Proposal 3 consistently cite a study, … the costs and benefits of Proposal 3 show higher energy costs, … more

Prop 3 Would Cost Taxpayers Billions

… the state about the ballot proposals on the Nov. 6 ballot. We'll … Government Unions Today: Proposal 3: '25 X 25' Renewable Energy Standard A "yes" vote on Proposal 3 would mandate that 25 percent … resulting from passage of Proposal 3. So what happens in the … funds. Voting "yes" on Proposal 3 would enshrine an expensive, … more

Study: Proposal 3 Would Result in Lost Jobs, Higher Costs

… 10,540 fewer jobs in 2025 if Proposal 3 passes in November, according … renewable energy mandate proposal. The study, done by the … Massachusetts, also concluded that Prop 3 would lower disposable income … that even if voters reject Proposal 3, Michigan residents will … benefits." Cost estimates for Prop 3 were not included in a study … more

Making Sense of Michigan's Ballot Proposals

Chart explains supporters, opponents and what the six proposals mean for Michigan

… November with six statewide proposals that could reshape the state's … getting the most attention is Proposal 2, which would enshrine collective … unions could rollback if the proposal passes. The unions also … former Gov. Jennifer Granholm. Proposal 4 would allow the SEIU to … 2025; a proposal to require a 2/3 vote of the State House and State … more

Which Ballot Proposals Are 'Grassroots'?

… Rick Haglund writes that the 2/3 tax limitation and international bridge ballot proposals are not a grassroots effort. If you think a proposal on the November ballot requiring … tax-limitation group, you’re wrong. Proposal 5 is another maneuver by … funded by union groups. Proposal 3: '25 x 25' Renewable Energy … more

Proposal 1 a Referendum on PA 4

… the state about the ballot proposals on the Nov. 6 ballot. We'll … day this week explaining proposals 1 through 5.) Proposal 1 on the ballot is a referendum … law. The wording of this proposal — and thus whether to vote … and expects to save more than $3 million a year; and The city … more

Wind Subsidies Upon Mandates Upon Subsidies

Ad Infinitum, Ad Absurdum

Perhaps coincidentally, Proposal 3, a ballot measure to impose a mandate on Michigan utilities to obtain 25 percent of the electricity they sell from “renewable” sources — read wind turbines — will come before voters just seven weeks before another taxpayer wind subsidy is set to expire. It’s a federal … more

SEIU 'Dues Skim' and U-M Research Assistant Bills Brought On Proposal 2

Issues brought to the forefront by the Mackinac Center cited by UAW President as reasons for ballot proposal

… key role in bringing about Proposal 2. That's what United Auto … claimed in a recent interview. Proposal 2 on the 2012 ballot was … In the wake of the ballot proposal's defeat, Michigan became … led to the unions putting Proposal 2 on the ballot. Excerpts … were published the week of Feb. 3-8. By late winter 2012, the … more

Michigan’s 10 least-popular constitutional proposals since 1963

These 10 proposals got an overwhelmingly negative response at the ballot box

… have decided the fate of 82 proposals to amend the current state … in 1963. Out of the 82 proposals offered since the last constitutional … (“progressive”) income tax system. This proposal appeared on the 1968 ballot, … in nonpublic schools. This proposal on the 2000 ballot lost by 1,531,787 votes. No. 3 was a 2012 proposal that would … more

Voters Reject Special Interest Power Plays

Proposals 2-6 soundly defeated

… constitution were soundly defeated. Proposal 2, which would have enshrined … landslide 58%-42%, as did Proposals 3 through 6. F. Vincent Vernuccio, … municipalities and school districts. Proposal 3, the attempt to put a 25-percent … Wright said. Proposal 5, the 2/3 tax amendment that would have … Amendment – No 58%, Yes 42% Proposal 3: '25 x 25' Renewable Energy … more

Michigan Ballot Proposals

… compiled analysis and commentary on the following proposals expected to appear on the statewide ballot in … post additional material regarding these ballot proposals as Center analysts develop new content in the … "Collective Bargaining" Amendment voted down Prop 3: Election Update! "25 x 25" Amendment voted down … more

Bars, Restaurants Could See 280 Percent Increase in Labor Costs With Minimum Wage Ballot Proposal

Small business owners fear negative consequences; group pushing proposal disagrees

… Arbor, said he thinks the proposal would put restaurants and … tipped workers. If the ballot proposal were to pass, Michigan would … a solution." The ballot proposal language for Raise Michigan … signatures by May 28 to place the proposal on the November ballot. … associated with a 1 percent to 3 percent decline in low-skilled … more

Gov. Snyder Could Replace Board That Helped Facilitate Forced Unionization Of Home-Based Caregivers

If Proposal 4 passes, constitutional amendment would lock in current union-stacked board

… control over the situation if Proposal 4 were to pass in November. Proposal 4, which Gov. Snyder opposes, … According to the wording of Proposal 4, those on the MQC3 board before … governor doesn't act and the proposal passes, he would no longer … months' worth of dues, or about $3 million. "Everything that can … more

Love it or Hate it, Voters are Aware of Proposal 1

Poll suggests substantial turnout on May 5

… side in the battle over the Proposal 1 sale tax increase on the … gathering information. Press 3 if you don’t plan to vote." … landlines. ~~~~~ See also: Proposal 1 Will Cost Average Michigan … Taxes Michigan's May Tax Proposal Policy Brief: Proposal 1 of 2015 more

All Five Constitutional Amendments Soundly Defeated

Emergency manager law repealed

… Vincent Vernuccio said of the Proposal 2 defeat. “The voters put … 53 percent in Michigan and Proposal 2 being defeated with close … rubber stamp their agenda.” Proposal 4, a scheme that would have … eventually get the message.” Proposal 3, the “25 x 25” renewable … would already be doing so.” Proposal 5, which would have required … more

How Michigan can have term limits and lifetime service

A modest proposal to bring the best of both worlds to Lansing

… model – 14 years, consisting of 3-two-year House terms and 2-four-year … service? Why not have both? My proposal: Let them serve, as long … talk like that. There is a proposal on the November ballot to … two. As a sweetener, the proposal carries a transparency measure, … “overwhelming support” for the proposal. Under my plan, Bolger could … more

Legal Foundation Seeks End to Forced Unionization of Home-Based Caregivers

State agency asked to award $3 million back to workers that the SEIU took as dues

… months' worth of dues, or about $3 million. The action stems from … now." The SEIU is backing Proposal 4 in an effort to lock the … essentials and supplies. If Proposal 4 were defeated on Nov. 6, … could end permanently. If Proposal 4 were to pass, the SEIU … me, it's just thievery." The $3 million the legal foundation … more