Jarrett Skorup, Research Associate [Mackinac Center]

Jarrett Skorup is a research associate at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He is also the content manager for Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Skorup is a graduate of Grove City College with degrees in history and political science. He also studied economics and religion. While there, he was captain of the college's wrestling and Ultimate Frisbee teams. He was a student fellow at the Center for Vision & Values, the school's research and scholarship think tank.

His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, MLive, Detroit Free Press, Detroit News, and many newspapers across the country.

A native of Sandwich, Illinois, Skorup is an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs, Bears and Bulls. Besides studying and writing about public policy, he coaches and officiates high school wrestling.

He lives in Midland, MI with his wife, Karen, and son, Grayson.

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The Worst Funded Pension Systems In Michigan

Published on July 28, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

GOP Candidates For Michigan's 80th House District Tackle the Issues

Published on July 25, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Why are RTW States Gaining Population?

Better income potential. … more

Posted on July 24, 2014 at 3:15pm

Three Former State Representatives Crowd The Race For Michigan's 13th Senate District

Published on July 24, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Pricey GOP Primary Race For Michigan’s 4th Congressional District

Published on July 23, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Educators Facing Off In Michigan's 59th House District

Published on July 19, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Hunting Fees Going To Private Landowners

Published on July 18, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

What Do Teachers Want to Support?

RTW allows them to skip union's political bent. … more

Posted on July 14, 2014 at 11:05am

Agricultural Price Controls are the Pits

Michigan cherry farmers, others, affected … more

Posted on July 11, 2014 at 1:45pm

Political Experience Separates Candidates In 98th District House GOP Primary

Published on July 11, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Fears of Right-to-Work Proving False

Published on July 7, 2014 – Viewpoint on Public Issues

Personal Property Tax Plan Would Cut Taxes By $500 Million

Published on July 3, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Michigan vs. Minnesota Report Says Little About What Policies To Pursue

Published on June 18, 2014

Court Upholds Law Banning Automatic Wage Increases For Public Employees

Published on June 14, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Legislature Considering More Transparency For Asset Forfeiture

Published on June 12, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Minimizing The Damage From Michigan's Minimum Wage Increase

Published on June 11, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Grazed and Confused

Detroit's response to goats exposes bigger problem. … more

Posted on June 10, 2014 at 8:50am

Fears of Right-to-Work Proving False

Stats show RTW states enjoying growth. … more

Posted on June 5, 2014 at 11:10am

Income Growth In Right-to-Work States Significantly Higher

Published on June 5, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Mackinac Events Update

Published on June 2, 2014 – Impact

Right-to-Work States Dominating In Job Growth

Published on May 29, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Select Few Benefit from Film Subsidies

While crumbling roads impact everyone. … more

Posted on May 28, 2014 at 1:55pm

Here Is Who Voted For The Detroit Bailout and To Not Close Pension System

Published on May 24, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Detroit Bailout Bill Leaves Taxpayers On The Hook For New Pension Underfunding

Published on May 22, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

False Fears About Fracking

Bridge Magazine cites dishonest 'Gasland' scene. … more

Posted on May 21, 2014 at 10:10am

The Detroit Bailout and Meaningful Pension Reform

Published on May 21, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

MEGA Failure: Job Projections From Michigan Tax Credit Program Rarely Came True

Published on May 15, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

MEA: Too Many People Making $ Off Public Schools

MEA president made $212,848 last year. … more

Posted on May 14, 2014 at 9:35am

Reforming Michigan's Civil Asset Forfeiture Law

Legislature should follow Minnesota's example. … more

Posted on May 8, 2014 at 10:15am

States Spending Less Money On K-12 Education Get Better Results

Published on May 8, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

The Debate Over School Spending

Teacher pension costs really are part of classroom spending. … more

Posted on May 6, 2014 at 10:35am

Michigan Taxpayers Paying More Money for Fewer Workers

Published on May 5, 2014 – Viewpoint on Public Issues

Which Michigan School Districts Pay The Most?

Published on May 1, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Detroit Charter Student a Potential Ivy Leaguer

Credits school choice for its role in his success. … more

Posted on April 28, 2014 at 12:50pm

From Detroit To The Ivy League: One Student's Journey

Published on April 28, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Everyone Should Have an Opportunity to Prosper

Regulations often hinder people from work … more

Posted on April 25, 2014 at 12:00am

How Michigan Can Fix Its Pension Problems

Published on April 24, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

It's All in How You Ask the Question

Three polls on Detroit bailout, three outcomes. … more

Posted on April 21, 2014 at 11:40am

Tax Freedom Day In Michigan

Published on April 17, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Michigan School Funding Up, Results Flat

Published on April 10, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Why Michigan Needs More Immigrants

Published on April 8, 2014 – Impact

Minimum Wage Hike Puts Politics Over People

Published on April 8, 2014 – Impact

State Rep: School Districts Willfully Violating Law Should Face 'Criminal Charges'

Published on April 1, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Happy Birthday Norman Borlaug

Credited with saving 1 billion people. … more

Posted on March 25, 2014 at 9:15am

College Spending Results Questioned

More money doesn't yield better results. … more

Posted on March 24, 2014 at 3:30pm

Why Michigan Needs More Immigrants

Published on March 19, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Moderate Steps for Brewers, Industry Freedom

No reason for Legislature not to do more. … more

Posted on March 14, 2014 at 2:40pm

What a Union Looks Like in a RTW State

Alabama UAW shuns rhetoric, gives honest answers. … more

Posted on March 11, 2014 at 10:55am

Unlicensed Dogs Get New Leash On Life; Taxpayers Due A Refund In Traverse City

Published on March 8, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Why Good Tax Reform is Difficult

Special interests battle Rep. Camp's plan. … more

Posted on March 3, 2014 at 4:30pm

Michigan's 'Pay It Forward' College Tuition Plan Will Equal Higher Costs

Published on Feb. 28, 2014

Fairy Tale Minimum Wage Economics

Ballot backers actually think there won't be job loss. … more

Posted on February 25, 2014 at 9:55am

Be Careful What They Wish For: Brewers & Government Restrictions

Published on Feb. 24, 2014 – Impact

Politicians Should Stand Up for Taxpayers

Instead of sending their money to Hollywood. … more

Posted on February 24, 2014 at 8:55am

Bars, Restaurants Could See 280 Percent Increase in Labor Costs With Minimum Wage Ballot Proposal

Published on Feb. 21, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Hospital Union Resorts to Intimidation Tactics Against Workers Who Opt Out

Published on Feb. 20, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

VW Vote Shows 'Card Check' Still a Fraud

UAW loses when secret ballot is allowed. … more

Posted on February 17, 2014 at 10:35am

Commentary: Focus on Post-Secondary Education Shifting

It doesn't always have to mean college. … more

Posted on February 14, 2014 at 11:25am

Ag Still Not Michigan's 2nd Largest Industry

And why that myth is so damaging. … more

Posted on February 11, 2014 at 10:30am

The Best Plan for Michigan Tax Reform

Lower rates, fewer exceptions. … more

Posted on February 10, 2014 at 8:50am

$1 Trillion Farm Bill Full of Subsidies, Special Favors

Majority of Michigan GOP delegation voted for it. … more

Posted on February 7, 2014 at 10:30am

Free Press: School Funding Up Under Gov. Snyder

Paper substantiates what Michigan Capitol Confidential first reported. … more

Posted on February 3, 2014 at 3:25pm

Schauer, Other Michigan Dems Call For Higher Minimum Wage While Paying Interns Nothing

Published on Feb. 3, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

The World Is Getting Better and Better

Published on Feb. 3, 2014 – Viewpoint on Public Issues

Harming the Competition

Why some companies want a higher minimum wage. … more

Posted on January 30, 2014 at 2:25pm

Commentary: Higher Ed Spending Myths

MSU professor's presentation questioned. … more

Posted on January 28, 2014 at 11:40am

Kent County Land Bank Is Not a Good Deal For Citizens

Published on Jan. 28, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Budget Watchdog: Debt Burden In Michigan Now $25,300 Per Taxpayer

Published on Jan. 28, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Michigan Taxpayers Have Already Bailed Out Detroit

Published on Jan. 24, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Energy Expert: Michigan Should Eliminate Its Utility Monopoly For Lower Prices

Published on Jan. 23, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

For State Employees, 2014 Means Finally Having the Freedom To Choose

Published on Jan. 14, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Commentary: RTW States Doing Better

Growing twice as fast as forced unionization states. … more

Posted on January 13, 2014 at 3:35pm

Michigan Needs Better Forfeiture Laws

Bipartisan bills address issue. … more

Posted on January 10, 2014 at 12:54pm

Michigan Taxpayers Paying Far More Money For Far Fewer State Workers

Published on Jan. 10, 2014 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Batman and Superman vs. Taxpayers

Film subsidy costs taxpayers almost $8 each. … more

Posted on January 6, 2014 at 10:03am

The World Is Getting Better and Better

Poverty rate slashed 80 percent in past 20 years. … more

Posted on January 2, 2014 at 10:17am

Bill Would Limit Asset Forfeiture In Michigan Without Criminal Conviction

Published on Dec. 20, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Study: Michigan Students Benefit from Using 'Schools of Choice'

Published on Dec. 19, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

State Board of Education Member Interjects Herself Into Negotiations Between Union, Charter School Operator

Published on Dec. 18, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Helping the Little Guy: Relieve Occupational Licensing Requirements and Fees

Published on Dec. 17, 2013 – Viewpoint on Public Issues

MichiganVotes: New Bill Would Allow You to Sell Event Tickets Without Fear of Arrest

Published on Dec. 14, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Not So Criminal Minds: Government Convicts People Who Do Not Knowingly Commit Crimes

Published on Dec. 11, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Fact and Fiction About Right-to-Work: A Reality Check at the One-Year Anniversary

Published on Dec. 10, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Does the MEA Believe in 'Sanctity of Contracts?'

Not when it comes to illegal teacher strikes. … more

Posted on December 5, 2013 at 11:38am

Legislators Worried About Beer Logos

Perhaps they've solved the serious issues. … more

Posted on December 3, 2013 at 2:55pm

Land Banks Profit By Cutting In Front of People Wanting To Buy Property

Published on Dec. 3, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

More Money, Higher Taxes Not the Solution for Detroit

Published on Nov. 23, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Higher Minimum Wage Hurts Low-Skill Workers

Schauer proposal would mean increased costs. … more

Posted on November 20, 2013 at 10:50am

Study: Prevailing Wage Costs Taxpayers, Schools $224 Million Per Year

Published on Nov. 15, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Public Sector Wants More From Taxpayers

Shrinking private sector foots the bill. … more

Posted on November 13, 2013 at 3:30pm

Brewers Should Be Careful What They Wish For

Nonsensical rules hurt everyone, not just Budweiser. … more

Posted on November 8, 2013 at 4:43pm

Teachers Union Pushes Districts To Boycott Some University Students Over Politics

Published on Nov. 8, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Students Forced Out of Schools Because State Dismissed Charter Company Plans

Published on Nov. 6, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

House Chips Away at Licensing Mandates

Senate continues to ignore reforms. … more

Posted on November 5, 2013 at 3:35pm

Inconsistent Licensing Requirements

State needs fewer regulations, more jobs. … more

Posted on October 29, 2013 at 1:50pm

Michigan Auto Insurance Reform a Must

New CRC report highlights discrepancies. … more

Posted on October 28, 2013 at 3:40pm

Small Business Owners Face Significant Challenges Operating in Detroit

Published on Oct. 26, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

UAW Flier Short on Facts

Union right-to-work myths dispelled. … more

Posted on October 25, 2013 at 3:15pm

While Local Governments Fight Food Trucks, State Subsidizes Some of Them

Published on Oct. 25, 2013 – Michigan Capitol Confidential

Unions are the Freeloaders

Forced dues spent on politics, benefits for union staff. … more

Posted on October 23, 2013 at 11:45am