ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 14 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-MI Calls Out Gov. Whitmer's Plan to Raise Taxes to Address Michigan Roadways # Feb 14, 2025 by AFP Lansing, Michigan --This week, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced her $3 billion plan to address Michigan's long-neglected roadways. Americans for Prosperity-Michigan State Director Tim Golding issued the following statement reacting to her proposal: "  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release: * * * After Losing Lawsuit, Brooks Township Finds New Way to Deny Michigan Couple Right to Open Green Burial ARLINGTON, Va. --After losing a lawsuit brought by local Michigan residents Peter and Annica Quakenbush to exercise their constitutional right to open a business, Brooks Township has found a new way to disenfranchise the couple through a newly adopted regulatory ordinance.  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2025: Today, the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Survey showed plunging consumer sentiment and skyrocketing inflation expectations over the next year. The month-over-month increase in inflation expectations was one of the five largest increases in 14 years. Consumer sentiment is at its lowest since July. Groundwork Collaborative Chief of Policy and  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following study on Feb. 3, 2025 entitled "Futures Reclaimed: The Power of Education in Prisons". The study was written by Ben Stickle, Scott Coble and Steven Sprick Schuster. Prison Education Programs: A Path to Rehabilitation and Reduced Recidivism A new report from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, "Futures Reclaimed: The Power of Education in Prisons," highlights the transformative potential of priso  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following study on Jan. 31, 2025 entitled "Public Policy Recommendations 2025". Mackinac Center Unveils 2025 Policy Priorities for Michigan The Mackinac Center for Public Policy has released its 2025 policy agenda, outlining key priorities for Michigan lawmakers in the coming year. The agenda focuses on promoting fiscal responsibility, government transparency, regulatory reform, and individual liberty across  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following study on February 7, 2025 entitled "Work Without Walls: The Benefits of Universal Licensing Reciprocity". The study was written by Jarrett Skorup. Mackinac Center Advocates for Universal Licensing Reciprocity in Michigan The Mackinac Center for Public Policy has released a new policy brief, "Work Without Walls: The Benefits of Universal Licensing Reciprocity," advocating for Michigan to recognize o  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Feb. 13 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy posted the following news release: * * * Mackinac Center Joins Amicus Brief Challenging Private Delegation of Government Regulatory Authority The Mackinac Center for Public Policy signed onto an amicus brief in a case before the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the delegation of regulatory power to private entities. The case, Consumers' Research vs. Federal Communications Commission,  more

NEW YORK, Feb. 14 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * New Michigan ERPO Data, Released on Two Year Mark of MSU Shooting, Shows Efficacy of Critical Gun Violence Prevention Law LANSING, Mich. -- Yesterday, on the two year mark of the mass shooting at Michigan State University, the state of Michigan State Court Administrative Office released its first year report on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). ERPOs, also known as "Red Flag"   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 15 -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) issued the following news release: * * * Reproductive Rights Organizations Demand Unwavering Commitment from Michigan's Gubernatorial Candidates Chris Swanson's Past Anti-Abortion Views Raise Alarms Among Advocates LANSING, Mich. - On Thursday, Chris Swanson announced his gubernatorial candidacy in Michigan's 2026 general election. Since his announcement, reports have surfaced in the media that cast   more

OAKLAND, California, Feb. 15 -- The Institute for College Access and Success issued the following news release: * * * Statement on Governor Whitmer's 2025-26 Michigan Budget Proposal Statement of Onjila Odeneal, Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy for Michigan at The Institute for College Access & Success (TICAS): "TICAS applauds Governor Whitmer's continued commitment to ensuring every Michigander has equitable access to prosperity in the Great Lakes State. These budget investments have d  more