by Robert Kleine, Vice President and Senior Economist, and Laurie A. Cummings, Senior Consultant for Economic and Education Policy This Advisor describes the FY 1996–97 state budget. Included are changes ...
by Laurie A. Cummings, Senior Consultant for Economic and Education Policy Although several Michigan school districts have explored consolidation, none has occurred in about 30 years. This Advisor examines advantages ...
by Richard E. Chapin, Ph.D. This Advisor gives an interested citizen with an innovative public service idea an opportunity to present his case to our readers In the 1980s the ...
A periodic publication of observation, speculation, and commentary about state and federal political and election-year matters. Examines key issues, the political fortunes and campaigns of candidates, and anticipates how election ...
by Robert J. Kleine, Vice President and Senior Economist, and Laurie A. Cummings, Senior Consultant for Economic and Education Policy This Advisor summarizes the highlights of Governor Engler’s recommended state ...
by Paul R. Smyth, Ph.D. In Michigan, as in much of the United States, "school choice" has been a popular, albeit controversial, approach to education reform. This Advisor examines recent ...
by William R. Rustem, Senior Vice President This Advisor is adapted from a speech given on January 9, 1996, to the Michigan State Land Use Forum, sponsored by Michigan State ...
A monthly review of economic indicators, state revenue receipts, and appropriations and tax developments. Each issue contains current good and bad economic news, an article of special focus, a list ...
A monthly publication that provides analysis of important health care issues under consideration by the legislature, executive branch, and professional associations. Written by Peter Pratt, Ph.D., Vice President and Senior ...
A one-page summary of Michigan legislative activity and political news of significance to government operations, public policy, and voter attitudes. Published weekly during legislative sessions and intermittently during legislative recesses. ...