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Why transparency of business subsidy programs shouldn’t be controlled by administrators
Classical Charter Schools on the Rise in Michigan
Ivywood’s unique partnership may break ground
How To Think About Government Emergency Powers
Officials have the authority and the public’s support – for now
State’s Coronavirus Spending Bill Infected with Irony
Lawmakers shouldn't be giving taxpayer resources to special interests
Michigan Considering Excessive Hunting and Fishing Regulations
Lawmakers might make it more expensive to help others enjoy Michigan’s great outdoors
Michigan Per-Pupil Funding Reaches All-Time High
New state data shows clear upward financial trend
Alcohol Safety and State Control Regimes
State regulations may not be as effective as some believe
Michigan House Bill Package Increases Road Funding Without Raising Taxes
The state’s current budget debate is not about cuts
Despite Collapse in Membership, SEIU Poised to Go All-In in Michigan
$150 million campaign blunted by right-to-work law
Film Incentives Don’t Generate Economic Development
Incentives are a poor use of resources
Giving Public Dollars To Private Interests Violates The Public Interest
So ruled Michigan’s most famous jurist back in 1871
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Prevailing Wage Repeal Critiques: Cookie Cutter Criticism
New reviews should be treated with caution
MEDC Testimony a Reminder That More Transparency is Needed
New legislation would make the MEDC more transparent and accountable
Higher Education Subsidies Do Not Produce Better Educational or Economic Results
Nevertheless, some lawmakers are pushing for more
Federal Government Adopts Mackinac Center Recommendation on Worker Rights
Federal employees may now opt out of their union at anytime
Michigan Should Move Forward With Medicaid Work Requirements
Work requirements empower people to become financially independent
Strengthen State Spending Limits
Government assistance allows more government spending under state limits
Use Better Assumptions to Pay for Pensions
Lawmakers should pay close attention to state pension systems
Bad Arguments for Government Broadband in Metro Detroit
Government-provided internet puts taxpayers on the hook
More Talk, Less Action for Troubled School Districts?
Whitmer’s budget encourages creation of more committees
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Stimulus Amendments Push More Renewable Subsidies
Solar and wind set to profit handsomely from COVID-19 response
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