Combating the myths of dropping union membership
Both support largely ending oil and gas production
The state should preserve its low cost of living
Broad-based policies like personal income tax cuts would be more effective
Gov. Whitmer’s unique tactic not an option considered
Mackinac Center signs onto coalition letter to the Michigan House
Lawmakers should narrow the funding gap between charter and district schools
September 11 MichiganVotes Roll Call Report
A past mistake shouldn't prevent someone to work
Years of bad economic development deals haven't prevented politicians from trying again
When families most need education options, bigoted provision stands in the way
Legislators deserve praise for refusing to authorize more corporate handouts
September 4 MichiganVotes Roll Call Report
Mackinac Center joins letter urging Whitmer to be more transparent
Public pleading seems the most influential factor in governor’s decisions
Vitti forges deal that allows in-person learning, despite union demands
These programs should be repealed and their administrative agencies shut down
August 28 MichiganVotes Roll Call Report
Removing restrictions on to-go sales helps bars and restaurants stay in business
State and local leaders across the country have the responsibility to act now
State economic development incentives often don’t result in much development.
Compliance with compensation reporting not well enforced
Lawmakers ought to negotiate about how they can live within their means
Current formula hurt students who need new opportunities
Blocking school options perpetuates educational inequality
Anywhere between 1 million and 5 million workers may be affected
Even more reasons to be optimistic about our future
MBDP resources should go to higher priorities
Families are the victims of funding the system rather than the student
There is money to cut in the budget and not every dollar is “essential"
Resources expended for these programs would be better spent on higher priorities
Lawmakers should support parents as they choose the best option for their children
There's a better way to help people through unemployment than the current system
Environmental researchers and activists are rebelling
Don’t limit the micro-school option to families who can afford it
Michigan should eliminate its corporate welfare complex
WSJ publishes op-ed by Mackinac Center labor policy director
Higher taxes invite problems such as smuggling
Congress should be wary of the possible adverse effects of extending the bonus
Citizens have to decide for themselves how to address the pandemic
Coronavirus response creating confusion
July 31 MichiganVotes Roll Call Report
Rice asks legislators to “freeze enrollment” to protect the system
Perhaps both cities and suburbs offer things that people want
The dishonest narrative is well out of bounds
The forgotten option of the Michigan road funding debate
Data shows volunteer firefighters are just as effective as the professionals
Tax increases aren't the only way to find funding
Michigan Education Association asking its retirees to pay more and get less
Effective dual-enrollment school serves similar community
