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January 18, 2013, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Compilation of significant bills before voting.
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Michigan Charter Schools a Smashing Success
New Stanford study most thorough analysis yet.
moreCollapse of Higher-Ed Bubble Draws Near
Michigan legislators, colleges unprepared for paradigm shift.
moreGovernment Is Different From Unions
The fallacy of a 'right-to-live' law
The fallacy of a 'right-to-live' law.
moreA Matter of Perspective
National recovery data looks different depending on the chart.
moreJanuary 11, 2013, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Introduction of new legislators!
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Right-to-Work Gives Teachers a Choice
Unions aren't the only option if employees want protection
Association of American Educators offers an option.
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Lawsuit Against Highland Park Schools Misguided
ACLU should acknowledge changes the district has made.
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December 27, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Every Roll Call vote by every state legislator tallied for 2012
Read the 2012 MichiganVotes Missed Votes Report!
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Teacher Contract Analysis
Nearly every aspect of a teacher's job falls under the rules of a union contract. The following are analyses of the current collective bargaining agreements for teachers and a few other employee groups in select Michigan school districts.
moreDecember 21, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Terrible Track Record
Government's 'green' venture capitalism experiment a failure.
Government's "green" venture caplitalism experiment a failure.
moreNumbers Game
Media inflates number of protesters at rally against worker freedom
Media inflates number of protesters at anti-RTW rally.
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December 14, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Right-to-Work: What Now for Schools?
Districts should resist union calls for contract extensions.
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Union Steward Paid $100K By Taxpayers Attends Rally Advocating Against Them
It’s Easy To Attend Rallies When You're Paid
Union steward compares right-to-work bill with Hitler.
moreThe False Social Concerns About Right-to-Work
Poverty, lack of insurance not higher in right-to-work states.
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Easy Rider
Motorcycle helmet laws detract from freedom
The data doesn't always tell the story on motorcycle crashes.
moreFrom Long Shot to Victory
Larry Reed recalls right-to-work fight
Larry Reed recalls right-to-work fight.
moreUnion Rates Not Dropping Faster In RTW States
Right-to-work not to blame for fewer union members.
moreMichigan Becomes 24th Right-to-Work State in the Nation
‘The power an idea can have when it is pursued with principle and persistence,’ says Center president
The Intellectual Firepower Against Right-to-Work
Who's who on right-to-work
Who's who on right-to-work.
moreTaxpayer-Funded Stadiums a Lose-Lose Proposition
If Ilitch wants new home for Red Wings, he should pay for it.
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The Human Side of Right-to-Work Legislation
These are real people who have been hurt by forced unionization
Real people who have been hurt by forced unionization.
moreDecember 7, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Legislation Announced to Make Michigan the 24th Right-to-Work State in the Nation
‘Historic day for both Michigan and the nation,’ says labor policy expert
Michigan Still Worse Economically Than RTW Oklahoma
Michigan Education Association props up faulty numbers.
moreRight-to-Work Laws Influence Migration
People flocking to RTW states
Attracting more jobs would stem Michigan's population loss.
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The 'Pro Big Business' Myth Put to Rest
Center a lone voice against corporate welfare for 25 years.
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Schools Put Unions Ahead of Teachers on Right-to-Work
'Labor accord' more important than employee freedom
"Labor accord" more important than employee freedom.
moreNovember 30, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
List of recently proposed bills of interest!
moreMEA Misleads on Oklahoma Right-to-Work Numbers
In the past decade, Oklahoma jobs are up 3.8 percent while Michigan is down 13.8 percent
An honest discussion will require honest numbers.
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Right-to-Work and the Mackinac Center
Touting labor freedom for 25 years
The Overton Window is shifting in Michigan on right-to-work.
moreMichigan Could Become 24th Right-to-Work State
‘Won’t affect collective bargaining; only takes away unions’ ability to fire those who don’t financially support them,’ says labor policy expert
Grand Rapids TV Viewers May Experience Blackouts
Disagreement between broadcasters, cable company.
moreWSJ: Legislators as Obamacare 'Fall Guys'
Wall Street Journal sneers at idea of state exchange.
moreNovember 23, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
List of recently proposed bills of interest!
moreUnion Will Use 'Any Legal Means' To Combat Members Who Want To Leave
Two former MEA local presidents question August-only resignation window
The V-Word
Public school establishment making false voucher claims in school funding debate
School funding reform is not about vouchers.
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No State Obamacare Exchange Still Best Choice
Governor's "partnership exchange" could be a blessing in disguise
"Partnership exchange" a blessing in disguise?
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Court Rules in Favor of Land Bank
Some properties blocked from competitive tax auction will go to nonprofits
Property can be sold to preferred buyers.
moreVernuccio Talks Prop 2 on Fox Business
Loss was a crushing blow for organized labor.
moreNovember 9, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
List of recently proposed bills of interest!
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Only Two Counties Voted for Proposal 2
Many voters in counties near cities or schools under emergency oversight supported Prop 1
Prop 1 support found close to EM cities, schools.
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Voters Avert Disaster by Rejecting Proposal 2
Executive Vice President Michael Reitz on Proposal 2 impact.
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Prop 1 Defeat a Loss for Struggling School Districts
Stronger Law Used to Help Clean Up DPS' Spending
Emergency managers losing vital tools.
moreProp 2 Supporters Misled on Other States
No other state allows collective bargaining to trump state law.
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Do Teachers Really Need More 'Protection?'
Violence and incompetence get you fired in the private sector.
moreProp 3: A Push Backward
There's a reason we abandoned the wind and sun for energy.
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October 26, 2012, MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call
Prop 2 Supporters Putting Out Questionable Info
Campaign of misinformation exposed by Center analysts.
moreMichigan Governed by 'Political Careerists'
How much real-world experience do MI legislators have?
moreProposal 5 Likely to Help Limit State Taxes and Improve State’s Economy
Proposal nevertheless appears to allow lawmakers to raise revenues if necessary, undertake major tax reforms and avoid ‘California-style’ budget problems
Super-Seniority
Prop 2 Would Protect Union Bosses at the Expense of Qualified Teachers
Are school union bosses more valuable than teachers?
more'Non-Teaching' Staff Up 702 Percent Since 1950
Michigan No. 14 in 'staff bloat' since 1992
More teachers, more staff, more cost; lower test scores.
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Prop 3 Can't Change the Laws of Economics
No matter how badly supporters want to think it can
No matter how badly supporters want to think it can.
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Proposed Michigan Law Would Protect Gun Owners
Pistol sales and permit records would not be subject to FOIA requests
State Hired More Employees To Administer SEIU 'Dues Skim' Than Oversee Right-to-Work Law
'Where were they when the unions were running around creating fake employers so they could siphon off money?'
MEA Memo Outlines Regrets and Possible Ways To Fight Right-to-Work Law
Union President: '[Recalls] are the least appealing of all the options'
Consumers Are Best Arbiters of Auto Market
Electric and hybrid vehicles take back seat at this year's Detroit auto show
New Study Shows Better Results For Public Charter School Students Compared To Students In Conventional Schools
Stanford University report took race, poverty level, English language learner and special education status into account
Most of the Arrested Anti-Right-to-Work Protesters Have SEIU 'Dues Skim' Connections
Son of SEIU Healthcare Michigan president one of those facing charges
Michigan Poorer Than Average Of Right-to-Work States
Trends show RTW states growing faster in population, jobs and income
Supreme Court Justice's Problems Not Likely to Affect Generous Pension
With 20 years of judicial service, Justice Diane Hathaway could get $100K a year pension
Legislators Get Sworn In — And Get Cookies
Union protest was meant to shame those who voted for right-to-work bill
Activist Group Claims Government Subsidized Green Energy Projects Are Worthwhile
The free-market vs. government cronyism
MEA Spends More On Salaries, Benefits Than Member Representation
Union deficit, spending issues hit as Michigan becomes right-to-work state
Status Quo School Defenders: Money For Me, But Bad For Thee
Current administrators making over $200K per year fight changes to the system
Michigan Congressional Republicans Split On 'Fiscal Cliff' Vote
Five of eight Republicans and all Democrats backed deal
School Officials Using Technology For Advocacy
District officials urge parents to take action against reform using Capwiz system
Your Favorites: Our Top 10 Stories of 2012
A 'horseshoer' with no horses, drunk teachers and right-to-work coverage were some of the most popular articles
County Prevailing Wage Law Could Add Millions To Taxpayer Costs
'Union-scale wages' means Muskegon County jail proposal will be extra pricey
