Last Week on the MLC Blog

Aug 11, 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.

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… 

Adaptability isn’t a soft skill; it’s your career edge. In her latest post, MLC lobbyist Monica Martinez shared why being flexible helps you lead, not just react.

Representative Tim Kelly returned to the House after term limit reforms, bringing a background in education and workforce policy to the legislature.

Detroit residents voted in the primary election for the next Mayor. Two of the nine candidates will advance to the general election this November.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive asking state offices to investigate, calculate, and report the latest impact of tariffs on Michigan’s economy.

Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that free, fillable Power of Attorney forms are now available for download.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature, we shared articles on communicating like a leader, the symbolism behind Van Gogh’s Sunflowers, and more.

A look at events during the week of August 9 – 15, 2025.

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