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McMorrow, Damoose: We need a roadmap for Michigan's future that actually works
Mallory McMorrow and John Damoose The Detroit News View Comments Here's a sobering fact: In the 1980s, five of the top 10 metro regions in America for median household income were in Michigan. Today? Zero. Michigan now ranks 39th in income per capita out of 50 states. And if current trends continue, according to Michigan Future, we'll be the 48th poorest state by 2045. Meanwhile, our population has grown just 8.8% since 1980, compared to 46.3% nationwide.
'Pro-life' means more than protecting the unborn. New program does just that.
John Damoose September 4, 2024 at 5:04 AM·5 min read Jesus said to his disciples, “Whatever you do for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you do for me.” Throughout the Gospels, Jesus’ concern for the poor and the most vulnerable shines through: Feed them. Clothe them. Eat at the table of those who are downtrodden, not the powerful. As faithful believers, we are called to put such teachings into action.
My Take: MI Brighter Future plan devoted to student success, improving outcomes
In nearly every category, Michigan’s standings in national rankings for student performance are near the bottom. As lawmakers, we have a duty to deliver more for our parents and students. The solution is clearly not about handing over more money. Over the past decade, school funding has broken record after record in the annual budget process. Overall, state spending on education has risen from $12.9 billion in 2011 to nearly $22 billion in 2024.
Opinion | It’s time to reform Michigan’s juvenile justice system
The Michigan legislature has an unprecedented opportunity to help protect public safety and improve outcomes for youth across our state. The House and Senate will soon be voting on HB 4634-4643 and SB 418-437, the Justice for Kids and Communities bill package, which is a comprehensive, long overdue effort to bring Michigan juvenile justice policy in line with national research and best practice. Sen. John Damoose, R-Harbor Springs, represents Michigan's 37th Senate District. Sen.
Opinion: We want to give Michigan businesses a better shot at winning state contracts Original
Kristen McDonald Rivet and John Damoose The Buy Michigan plan would give Michigan businesses additional time to counter an out-of-state company’s lower bid. This legislation is a pro-Michigan policy that would keep more of our tax dollars in-state and invigorate our local economies with better-paying jobs for Michigan local businesses and workers. Right now, the State of Michigan has no legal mechanism to give local bidders a second chance to submit the best proposal on taxpayer-funded work.
What makes America great? Our ability to make things.
Dave Cole, left, is chairman of AutoHarvest and Building America's Tomorrow, and he is chairman emeritus of the Center for Automotive Research. John Damoose is executive director of Building America's Tomorrow and the owner of 45 North Communications, a documentary film company. Dave Cole, left, is chairman of AutoHarvest and Building America's Tomorrow, and he is chairman emeritus of the Center for Automotive Research.
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