by Liz Gullett | May 1, 2026 | Liz Gullett
This week, the formation of the Michigan Building Trades Caucus was announced. The bipartisan, bicameral group will focus on strengthening Michigan’s skilled trades workforce and expanding opportunities for the next generation. It will serve as a collaborative forum...
by Liz Gullett | Apr 13, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… MLC partner Rudy Hobbs shared what he wanted to be as a kid, his favorite post-work activity, and more. The Michigan Republican Party held its endorsement convention for the candidates running in the midterm...
by Liz Gullett | Apr 10, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Following dozens of town halls and statewide meetings with constituents from each district, the Michigan House Democrats unveiled their “Vision for a Brighter Michigan” plan. They’ll use this plan as a roadmap, which they say will help tackle the challenges facing...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 27, 2026 | Liz Gullett
On Wednesday evening, Governor Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address, outlining several policy proposals for the coming year. As in typical fashion, members of the opposite political party made public responses following the address. Medical Debt: The...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 27, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Michigan’s 2025 four-year graduation rate improved to the highest level since the state adopted the federal formula for calculating the rate in 2008, according to the latest data released by the Michigan Department of Education. Data Points: The rate increased to just...
