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Benefits in Balance: Saving $5.7 Billion Annually

By James M. Hohman and Daniel E. Montgomery, published on July 18, 2011

(Permission to rebroadcast in whole or in part is hereby granted. A courtesy super or CG crediting the Mackinac Center would be appreciated.)

Tired of the same old budget debate? Every year, politicians in Lansing propose raising taxes and cutting programs to balance the state's budget. There is an alternative: Bringing public-sector benefits in line with private-sector benefits would save Michigan $5.7 billion annually. Find out more at www.BenefitsInBalance.com.

Watch the companion video here.

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