Taxes and the Life and Death of Great American Cities
Low-tax metropolitan areas experience much greater growth than high-tax ones. … more
State Regulations Suffocate Hospitality Industry
Rep. Doug Geiss (D-Taylor) wants to ease some of the regulatory burdens on Michigan’s hospitality industry. … more
Another MEGA Loser
In the latest government economic development failure in Michigan, Evergreen Solar files for bankruptcy. … more
Good News From Marathon
Extra refinery capacity in Detroit will not only bring jobs and revenue, but also protect against gas price spikes and allow utilization of oil sands. … more
Strange Brew
Legislators to craft brewers: You don't count, but here's a cookie. … more
Some Good GDP News for Michigan
Michigan’s 2009-2010 state GDP growth rate was 2.9 percent, its best since 2002. … more
Lansing Township Action Puts Taxpayers at Risk
Government shouldn't be in the real estate business. … more
Michigan Tax Reform Signed
Changes will make Michigan more competetive
The Michigan Business Tax will soon be no more. … more


