Five Things We’re Reading

Aug 27, 2024

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.

Harris Leads Trump, Boosts Democrats’ Chances for House, Senate – How might the recent boost of enthusiasm for Vice President Harris play down ballot as the two parties work for majorities in the chambers?

Behind the Scenes of the Funniest Story Outside Ever Published? – Here’s the story behind a story written in 1983 involving a man and two ferrets and as if the story couldn’t get more interesting, the author went on to be the founder of Audible.

Businesses Fear Worst from Michigan’s New Sick Time Law. Will Lawmakers Act? – Under a recent Supreme Court ruling, almost all workers will receive sick time leave starting early next year. What are the concerns of the business community?

Home Prices in Swing States Have Nearly Doubled Since 2020 – Given the close presidential race, every issue will matter. Just how big of a problem is this in the key states?

The Tiny N.Y. Town Where Bookstores Rule – Here’s a peek into a town of just 400 residents, which boasts seven bookstores.

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