Capitol News

Mackinac Center for Public Policy cautions lawmakers against corporate welfare and increased taxes

By Benjamin Kibbey | Feb 16, 2021

As Michigan’s lawmakers begin to hammer out policies in the new legislative session, the Mackinac Center for Public Policy is seeking to encourage them to consider lessons that have been learned during the COVID-19 pandemic.

From Shiawassee Times

Michigan school districts opt for a variety of options for fall reopening

By Benjamin Kibbey | 4 years ago

Bridge Michigan recently published a list detailing not only the reopening plans for local school districts across the state, but how those plans will progress into the coming year, with the promise to continue updating the information as it changes.

Shirkey calls out Whitmer for lack of direction in ongoing economic crisis

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 26, 2020

Michigan Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey (R-Clarklake) recently addressed the failure of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to do her part in guiding the state out of the economic crisis, even though the COVID-19 curve has been flattening in the state.

Gordie Howe International Bridge point person discusses court ruling

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jul 18, 2020

Andy Doctoroff, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's point person on the Gordie Howe International Bridge, recently spoke on the Talking Michigan Transportation podcast about a recent decision by the Michigan Court of Appeals.

Whitmer's April 9 executive order on non-essential items could prompt constitutional challenge

By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 14, 2020

Social media recently exploded with images of store shelves cordoned off with yellow caution tape after an April 9 executive order by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer forced retailers to stop the sale of any items deemed non-essential.

Michigan governor ignites controversy by permitting all abortions as essential medical procedures

By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 13, 2020

An executive order by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer that banned many elective medical procedures has left open the door to all abortions, igniting a controversy over how Whitmer decides what is or is not essential.