Author: Great Lakes Commission
Report card: Gretchen Whitmerâs 48 promises during State of State speeches
Bridge Michiganâs analysis of six speeches shows the Democratic governor has had her most success implementing gun reforms and social policy, but struggled with infrastructure. The verdict is out on education….
Fact check: Gretchen Whitmer has made big promises. Hereâs how sheâs done
Bridge Michigan has analyzed six years of Gov. Gretchen Whitmerâs State of the State speeches to see how sheâs delivered. Sheâs had more success working with Democratic lawmakers and accomplished about half her goals….
Opinion | Aspiration to opportunity: Increasing access for every Michigan student
A mandate that every student gets exposure to rigorous postsecondary-focused classes and experiences cuts through any excuses as to why they donât have access in the first place….
Opinion | Paid sick leave may leave Michigan ill
Michiganâs unprecedented paid leave mandate, paired with the rapid elimination of the tip credit, is a perfect storm slashing jobs, shuttering businesses, and leaving employers and workers alike in their wake….
Michigan asks employers to grow housing with $10M fund: ‘Build, baby, build’
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says a new $10M fund will help businesses invest in affordable worker housing: âIf we don’t face the crisis head on, it’s going to continue to hamstring our economy.â…