Michigan’s Prevailing Wage Law Drives Up Costs
Government should do fair bidding for projects … more
Detroit Ignores State Law, Turns Down Money to Avoid Selling Abandoned School
Detroit Public Schools Community District enforces deed restriction against charter … more
State Reforms of Occupational Licensing
New report from Cato highlights Michigan work … more
Wyoming Lights Up a Tax Hike
Op-ed published in Casper Star Tribune … more
When Firefighters Aren’t Allowed to Fight Fires
Licensing rules prevent ex-convicts from contributing productively to society … more
Michigan Closer to More Available Dental Care
Mackinac Center recommendation passes Senate … more
Mackinac Center FOIA Lawsuit with University of Michigan Receives Wide Coverage
Here’s how the Legislature can solve the problem going forward … more
Short-Term Rentals Are Good for Michigan
State should stop municipalities from cracking down on homesharing … more
It’s Time to Allow Direct Vehicle Sales
You can’t buy a Tesla or a Fido in Michigan … more
Arbitrary Licensing Requirements Should be Scrapped
Unemployment is a leading indicator for recidivism … more
West Virginia Supreme Court Upholds RTW Law
Mackinac Center scholars support the ruling … more
How Michigan Could Benefit from District Voting
Joe Lehman discusses concept on MIRS podcast … more
As Feds Expand Forfeiture, Michigan Looks to Restrict It
Preserving property rights is essential … more
Kids Experience Entrepreneurship at Detroit Children's Business Fair
Second annual event provided opportunities to learn, grow and earn money … more
Michigan Government Salaries Database Shows Value of Transparency
Public records now at public’s fingertips … more
Prompt Government Transparency is Vital to Democracy
Delay of 106 days results in lawsuit for University of Michigan … more
Republicans, Pursue Your Agenda with Gusto
Advice for the Legislative majority … more
Ideas Liberals and Conservatives Can Agree On
Plenty of middle ground, even in a divisive political climate … more
The Cost of High Cigarette Taxes
Research reveals unintended consequences of tax … more
Kentucky, Missouri Set Off Wave of Labor Reform
2017 poised to be big year for worker freedom … more
Michigan Should End Civil Asset Forfeiture
Require a criminal conviction before taking people’s property … more
Kentucky Becomes Nation’s 27th Right-to-Work State
Bluegrass State first of several likely to pass such legislation in 2017 … more
High Taxes on Cigarettes Increase Smuggling
New study looks at national rates … more
Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Supports Education Initiative
$500,000 grant announced in December … more
Court Rules in Favor of Mackinac Center Clients
Ruling says union and district violated right-to-work law … more
Merit Pay Would Benefit Students
Flexibility in teacher compensation would be good for educators and children … more
Subsidies Bad For Taxpayers
Bills considered in Lansing would have favored select businesses … more
Time To Fix MPSERS Pension Problem
Unfunded liabilities will grow so long as lawmakers let them … more
Trump’s Election Could Change Michigan’s Electricity Outlook
Lawmakers should pause plans to end electricity choice … more
Pistons Move to Downtown Comes With Big Taxpayer Price Tag
Mackinac Center experts comment on the deal in state media … more
State Not Transparent with Effectiveness of Multi-Million-Dollar Program
New Pure Michigan study questions advertising expenditure … more
Ballot-Selfie Ban Stands In Way of Free Speech
Riley pens op-ed in The Detroit News … more
Labor Reform Wins Big on Election Day
Mackinac experts discuss results in Wall Street Journal, others … more
Voters Reject Transit Tax Proposal in Wayne County
Mackinac commentary featured in Detroit media … more
Research Is Clear When It Comes To School Choice
DeGrow op-ed published in The Detroit News … more
Labor Reform Efforts Still Big Issue In Michigan, Across Country
Mackinac Center experts recently in the news … more
Michiganders Want Electricity Choice But Bill Would End It
Op-ed published in Bridge Magazine … more
RTA Transit Tax Focuses on Old Technology, Ignores Opportunity
Mozena debates merits of plan on Michigan Matters … more
Young Entrepreneurs Set Up Shop In Detroit
Local media covers Detroit Children's Business Fair … more
Detroit’s Taxes, Regulations Keeping It Down
Skorup pens op-ed in The Detroit News … more
Superintendent Compensation Available Online
State media covers update of Mackinac Center database … more
Dental Therapists Would Relieve Michigan’s Dentist Shortage
The Detroit News covers new Mackinac Center report … more
Worker’s Choice: Freedom for Employees and Unions
State and national media cover Mackinac Center concept … more
Michigan Counties on the Verge of Pension Crisis
Lansing State Journal publishes op-ed on local pension debt … more
Time to End the 21st Century Jobs Fund
New Mackinac study featured in state media … more
Obama’s Overtime Rule Would Hurt Those It’s Intended To Help
Patrick Wright joins WNEM TV5 to discuss new rule … more
Proposed Beer Tax Hike Would Hurt Brewers
LaFaive comments in MLive article … more
Lawsuit Filed to Fight Michigan’s Ban on Tesla Sales
Skorup weighs in with USA Today and the Detroit Free Press … more
Mackinac Center Research Topic of Council Meeting
Local news covers pension problems in Norton Shores … more
Mackinac Center Offers Labor Reform Ideas in Time for Labor Day
Op-ed on top reforms in The Detroit News … more
Detroit Should Lessen Licensing Requirements
Mackinac Center op-ed published in Wall Street Journal … more
Praise, Not Criticism for Companies That Follow Rules
Op-ed on Mackinac pipeline published in MLive … more
Government Held to Different Standard in Environmental Matters
Hayes discusses Kalamazoo River spill on WWMT … more
Worker’s Choice Popular in Michigan, Nationwide
National Employee Freedom Week poll finds overwhelming support of idea … more
Survey: Most Union Members Support Worker’s Choice
Wall Street Journal features Mackinac Center concept … more
Michigan’s Highest Taxpayers Could Soon Pay More
New op-ed questions value of proposed RTA and Wayne RESA millages … more
Business Climate, Not Cronyism, Key to Michigan’s Future Growth
New op-ed published in The Detroit News … more
Michigan’s Auto Sales Regulations Lead to Higher Prices
Free Press covers direct auto sales debate … more
School Choice Benefits All Students
DeGrow debates value of private schools on WalletHub … more
DNC Email Leak Reveals Party’s Feelings on Unions
Op-ed published in The Detroit News … more
Union Should Secure the Retirement of Their Members
New op-ed discusses Teamster pension problems in Washington Examiner … more
Department of Environmental Quality Must Be Transparent
Michigan media reports on latest Mackinac Center lawsuit … more
Reforming No-Fault Insurance Would Lower Costs, Reduce Uninsured Cars
Van Beek discusses reforms in Fox UP interview … more
Mackinac Center Defends Resort Owner’s Free Speech Right
State media covers tourism bureau lawsuit … more
Workers Could Feel Pinch of Obama’s Overtime Rule
Vernuccio op-ed published in The Detroit News … more
Mackinac Center Weighs in on State’s Education Adequacy Study
State media covers school funding study … more
Snyder’s Veto of Aftermarket Auto Parts Bill a Win for Consumers
MLive covers defeat of anti-competition bill … more
Gov. Snyder Vetoes Bill Limiting Consumer Auto Parts Choices
HB 4344 would have increased red tape for consumers and businesses … more
Taxpayers Spend Millions A Year on Union Activities
Op-ed in The Detroit News addresses union release time … more
Uber May Be Opening Door for 21st Century Unionization
Vernuccio op-ed published in Huffington Post … more
Time for The MEA To Recognize Right-To-Work
Media covers new Mackinac Center lawsuit … more
Lawmakers Must Preserve Choice in DPS Bailout
Op-eds in The Detroit News and Midland Daily News … more
Detroit Charter Schools Spend Way Less Money and Get Way Better Results
Just look at the evidence … more
Transparency Bills A “Significant Step Forward”
Reitz interviewed by Michigan Radio … more
An Uber Driver Shares His Story
Op-ed explains efforts to permit and restrict ridesharing … more
Contracting Non-Instructional Services Can Help Students
Op-ed published in Chicago Daily Herald … more
Group Hired To Assess Michigan Education Spending Always Recommends More
Op-ed published in Lansing State Journal … more
Mackinac Center and Sierra Club Call For More Transparency in Michigan Government
Joint Free Press op-ed explains transparency efforts … more
Right-to-Work Makes Unions Stronger
Vernuccio op-ed in Washington Examiner … more
Vernuccio: Teacher Sickouts Hurt Kids
Mackinac labor policy director interviewed by Fox Business … more
Michigan Needs To Stop Charging Residents To Get Their Property Back
Mackinac Center analyst authors op-ed in Detroit Free Press … more
Education Spending Not Tied To Success
New study featured in state media … more
Stopping University Tuition Hikes Would Cost Nearly $3 Billion
Spending at Michigan public colleges is skyrocketing … more
Worker’s Choice Solves Free-/Forced-Rider Problem in Wisconsin
Vernuccio op-ed explains idea in national publications … more
Detroit Free Press, USA Today Publish Letter Dispelling Charter School Myth
Charter schools may not refuse students selectively … more
Pure Michigan Campaign Ineffective, Needs To End
New op-ed published in the Detroit News … more
Detroit Children Need Choice, Not Bureaucracy
DeGrow responds to DPS reform in the Detroit News … more
Why Michigan Needs Electioneering Reform
MLive publishes Mackinac Center policy analyst’s take … more
Flint Shows Importance of Open Government
Reitz in The Detroit News … more
Vernuccio Joined WXYZ for Primary Night
How labor issues factor into the 2016 election … more
DeGrow Letter Published in Wall Street Journal
Rebutting DPS allegations from teacher union president … more
NPR Quotes Hohman to Correct Sanders
NAFTA is not responsible for Detroit's woes … more
Wright Discusses Scalia on Let it Rip
Panel discussion on replacing the deceased Supreme Court judge … more
Mackinac Research Cited by Wall Street Journal
Two articles examine right-to-work in West Virginia and across the country … more
New Context and Performance Report Card in the News
Study ranks elementary and middle schools with socioeconomic context … more
Free Press Quotes LaFaive on Arena Deal
Possible conflict of interest in new Red Wings venue … more
LaFaive and Nesbit Op-ed Published in Lincoln Journal Star
Raising cigarette taxes would increase smuggling … more
Vernuccio Interviewed by Wall Street Journal
West Virginia Legislature votes for right-to-work … more
School Transportation News Features Center Study
Survey of school service privatization … more
Vernuccio Testifies on Right-to-Work in West Virginia
Director of Labor Policy described how states benefit from worker freedom … more
