Economic Development

Lehman Cited in Dome Magazine

Profile of Doug Rothwell, former MEDC president. … more

Going in Circles

Subsidies for NASCAR track questioned. … more

Run From the Border(s)

One of MEGA's first "winners" ends up a loser.  … more

MEDC Accountability a Step in the Right Direction

Subsidy recipients should face consequences if claims aren't met. … more

Power Failure

Flint's bus problems persist. … more

Shedding Light on Michigan's Administrative State

Tracking interlocal agreements. … more

MEDC Admits Truth About Jobs Claims

Center analysts have long questioned agency's practice. … more

Good, Bad and Ugly of Gov. Snyder's Budget

Gov. Rick Snyder’s first budget fell short of the “atomic bomb” promised by Lt. Gov. Brian Calley, in part due to the fact that a megaton of further spending and tax cuts were left on the table. Overall, the budget moves the state in a positive direction with greater tax simplicity, more transparency, less corporate welfare and fewer discriminatory tax policies.  … more

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