Posts published in “Guest Column”

  I am a veteran who has found solace in the great outdoors here in Michigan. From the majestic shores of the Great Lakes to the tranquil forests found throughout our state, to the mountains…

The two of us have dedicated our lives to the well-being of children, both in our roles as advocates and in our roles as parents. And right now is a pressing time for us to…

When Governor Whitmer announced her budget recommendations for 2024-2025, it was with wind in her sails on public safety. The COVID crime spike has come down statewide, and Detroit had its lowest crime rate since…

In her State of the State Address Governor Gretchen Whitmer proposed making the first two years of community college free in Michigan. We applaud the Governor for prioritizing college affordability. This is the culmination of…

  It turns out you can put a price on success, at least when it comes to postsecondary credentials. The payoff for individual Michiganders, employers and the state is profound. Let’s start with this measure:…

  Countless headlines in recent months would have you believe that a college degree is not worth the time and money required to earn one. There is no shortage of articles declaring that Americans have…

  Michigan is the best state in the country and we know that we can do more to keep our residents healthier in 2024. The economic costs of excessive alcohol consumption for Michigan in 2010…

Just ask Missy in Roseville or Nicole in Detroit — they can tell you the importance of access to safe, affordable water. Missy experienced firsthand the impact of unaffordable water bills and how it led…

  A 15-year-old boy was accused of making a prank phone call to his neighbor and taken into custody by police. A judge then ordered that he be confined until his 21st birthday. The young…