Five Things We’re Reading

Jan 21, 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.

FDA Publishes Long-Awaited Front-Of-Package Labeling Proposal – With the rise in diet-related health problems, the agency has proposed placing nutrition information on the front of packaging with the hopes it will better inform consumers.

Why JFK Staged His Own Murder in a James Bond – Inspired Spy Film – 2 Months Before His Assassination – Here’s the story behind a homemade movie filmed by the then-White House photographer.

From Bars to Breakthroughs: Why Second Chances Matter – How important is it to provide second chances in the workplace to those who were once incarcerated?

Local LA Theaters Bring Puppets and Movies to Families for Respite from Fires – This theater is providing a bit of relief to families facing unsurmountable levels of stress and grief.

To Jumpstart Creativity, Try These 8 Prompts – Creativity in the workplace is key for growth, however, it can be difficult to get started. Here are some exercises to help you get started.

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