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Opinion | Advice for the new Michigan superintendent, from a former one
Former state superintendent Tom Watkins offers some words of wisdom to Michael Rice, who’ll take over as Michigan’s school chief in July.
Opinion | Michigan’s next governor must lead, not follow special interests
The next governor has an opportunity – and a responsibility – to address problems that have festered for decades in our polarized politics
Opinion | Will China’s rise come at our demise?
If the U.S. and Michigan don’t invest more in education, infrastructure and technology soon, China will own the next century, says Michigan’s former schools superintendent
The future of work in Michigan
Leaders who promise manufacturing will provide full employment for unskilled laborers are not serving our state or nation well. Sticking your head in the sand would be a better strategy.
Former House Speaker’s alcohol battle carries lessons
Craig DeRoche was one of Michigan’s most powerful legislative voices before drinking derailed his life. His recovery, chronicled in a new book, shows he still has contributions to offer.
Twenty-six plus nine, plus how many more? Gun violence must be addressed
With every new rampage, we say the carnage has to stop. And yet, it goes on. Will we ever find the will to take the steps needed to finally curb it?
Gov. Snyder gets it right on early childhood education
Investing money in programs to boost infants and young children will pay education and economic dividends for Michigan’s future.
In the wake of Baltimore burning, a question: What Would Our Leaders Do (WWOLD)?
The flashpoint in West Baltimore may have passed-- but the problems and mounting community frustration in cities across Michigan and America remain.
Forget traditional schools vs. charters; quality must grace all schools
Stop the ideological fights in Lansing and place the focus on appropriate oversight and quality education regardless of its source.