Five Things We’re Reading

May 27, 2025

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Below are some articles the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do.

The Art of Asking Smarter Questions – Here are five techniques to help you during the decision-making process.

Teen Unable to Eat Due to Rare Digestive Condition – Learn about this rare condition, and what he does to manage and survive despite not being able to eat.

Rapid Snowmelt Threatens US West Water Supply Outlook – What’s the impact of snow melting just four weeks earlier than normal?

Graphics: Here’s What It Will Take to Transform the Qatari Jet into Air Force One – Here’s a look into the unique layout and defense mechanisms of the president’s plane, and the cost and time it will take to turn the gifted plane into one that can be used by our nation’s leader.

A Starter Guide to Protecting Your Data From Hackers and Corporations – If you’re not an expert, protecting your data online can feel overwhelming. Here are some basic steps you can take that will help give you some protection.

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