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Tax Evasion and Avoidance: Michigan Ranks 14th in Cigarette Smuggling

Latest data shows the relationship between cigarette taxes and smuggling Read more

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Analysis of the D.R.I.V.E. Alternative on No-Fault Reform

Proposal would increase lawsuits, incentivize fraud and drive insurers out of state Read more

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If You Seek a Pleasant Road Funding Plan, Look About You

Lawmakers can spend more on roads without a tax hike Read more

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EVs Have Already Had More Than Enough Taxpayer Help

It’s time for EV to compete or fail on their own Read more

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Michigan May Have Turned a Corner on the Costs of State Employment

Benefits costs remain expensive but are declining Read more

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Worries Over Medicaid Costs No Reason to Oppose No-Fault Reform

Any increased costs would be dwarfed by the savings drivers will achieve Read more

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Beyond the Fight over Social Studies Standards

Michigan families need more educational freedom Read more

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Questions About Traverse City’s Fiber Network Plans

Board set to vote on action soon Read more

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Cutting Hair or Working as an Athletic Trainer in Michigan May Get a Bit Easier

Bills would lessen some licensing restrictions Read more

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No-Fault Reform Plans Will Save Drivers Money

Both Senate and House bills empower Michigan drivers to reduce their insurance premiums Read more

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On Road Funding, Voters May Not Be As Dumb As You Think

Bridge Magazine op-ed only considers tax hike option for more road funding Read more

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Better Pension Assumptions Protect Taxpayers

Pension bills would take government retirement funds seriously Read more

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Unnecessary Regulations Prevent People From Working

New report shows licensing reduces the supply of workers by 20 percent Read more

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The Problem With Government-Run Internet is the Government-Run Part

Traverse City Light & Power should focus on other issues Read more

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There is Waste in Michigan’s Budget

Not all of it can be cut immediately, but some can redirected to roads now Read more

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College Funding Plans Should Encourage Competition

A better trained workforce should further enhance opportunities for individual workers Read more

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New High School Rankings Need More Context

Selective admission campuses top U.S. News’ list in Michigan Read more

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Dues Skimming Meets Its Demise

Federal rule ends a union's ability to involuntarily take money from home health care givers Read more

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Michigan Lawmakers Propose Strict Hunting and Fishing Guide Regulations

A good way to make enjoying the great outdoors less enjoyable Read more

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Hike Taxes — Or Just Wait A Half Year

Budget growth can mean more money for roads without tax hikes Read more

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Michigan Legislature Passes Bills Requiring a Criminal Conviction for Forfeiture

The bills had an overwhelming amount of bipartisan support Read more

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Critique of CAP Report Card Fires Blanks

Report card still valuable despite list of complaints from MSU professor Read more

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Wealth and Freedom are the Best Means of Protecting Species

Earth Day organizers have other ideas Read more

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Happy Tax Freedom Day, Michigan!

It took Michiganders 105 days to earn enough income to pay all their taxes Read more

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A Steady Decline for Unions Under Michigan’s Right-to-Work Law

The birthplace of the modern labor movement finds workers increasingly opting out Read more

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