Columns
Important to keep positive attitude despite crises
The legislature is on a summer break, and I will take advantage of this fact to write less about what is going on in Lansing ...
The legislature is on a summer break, and I will take advantage of this fact to write less about what is going on in Lansing ...
When it comes time to vote on the House floor at the Capitol, a representative has only two choices: aye or nay. It would seem ...
I began writing my “Notes” columns with the desire to give readers insight about what the life of a state legislator is like. I have ...
This year’s presidential primaries have highlighted the fact that many people are not happy with government officials.
This year’s presidential primaries have highlighted the fact that many people are not happy with government officials. It seems that anyone who is seen as ...
An analogy that is often used about the legislative process compares it to the making of sausage. While sausage can be a wonderful product, the ...
The Flint water crisis has drawn national attention to Michigan. It has been a failure at all levels of government — local, state and federal. ...
As we enjoy the holiday season from Thanksgiving to Christmas, the state legislature takes some time off.
As we enjoy the holiday season from Thanksgiving to Christmas, the state legislature takes some time off. We usually take a break from having sessions ...
The Michigan House of Representatives, Senate and Governor finally agreed on a plan to fix our roads and bridges, after several years of debate.