As president of Iron Workers Local 25, representing over 5,000 active and retired iron workers across the state of Michigan, I’ve seen an American manufacturing renaissance thanks to federal clean energy tax credits. New…
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In May 2024, surrounded by colleagues, students and even my family, I was surprised in a schoolwide assembly naming me the 2024-2025 Michigan Teacher of the Year. As my hands literally shook with astonishment,…
“I prefer studying alone,” the high schooler told me. “Why,” I asked. He responded, “Because I don’t have any friends.” My heart sank. In moments involving such a “heavy statement of truth,” I know…
Our nation’s social safety net may soon unravel before our eyes. As the CEO of MiSide, a Detroit-based nonprofit providing housing, early childhood education, employment support, and behavioral health services, I see potential threads…
Most people hope never to visit an emergency department. But CDC data shows that nearly 140 million Americans annually utilize emergency department care — often during the most vulnerable moments of their lives. It’s…
The proverb “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime” underscores the importance of empowering individuals by providing…
Most Michiganders can agree, especially at this time of year, that sunshine is a powerful commodity. It does more for us than bust those long winter blues, though. Community solar projects — where neighbors…
When my son’s favorite teacher resigned to become a nanny, it felt like a personal loss. In other years, both of my kids had teachers leave classrooms midyear to focus on family. These experiences…
As Michigan navigates the evolving landscape of energy production, solar power stands out as a practical, commonsense solution that benefits the state’s economy, environment and energy reliability. A repeal of PA 233, as is…
Nothing is more important than the health and safety of our children. They are our future; our hope and they deserve the best we can offer them. That starts by ensuring they have access to…