Guest Commentary

I say let them in. The same people who chanted to stop the count now work in bipartisan teams to protect the vote.

The window dressing of parent rights and helping all children “succeed” is a thin veneer for what these groups really are after: taking control of the curriculum from experienced education professionals, and, specifically, rolling back the history curriculum to “Leave It To Beaver” days.

Keeping kratom consumers needs to be a critical concern for all elected officials in Michigan

In a situation in which the student is concerned about abuse, neglect, or homelessness if parents are told, educators may be cautious about sharing issues of sexual orientation and gender identity with parents, writes Michigan’s state superintendent.

Doctors must be allowed to provide the medical standard of care to people - to the best of our abilities and following standards of practice, without fear of punishment.

The plan demands taxpayers foot the bill for private tuition, asks Michiganders to trust that nothing unseemly is occurring in those private schools, while closing the door behind them.

Michigan will only reach our goal to become a Top Ten state for education if we invest in all of our students and create a system that supports their needs.

Budgets are a reflection of priorities. In Michigan, it is clear our priorities are to support our kids, support our workforce, and use our resources to address current needs with an eye toward the future.

It is time to level the playing field and ensure community college students are receiving the mental health resources and support they need.

Creating a student-centered school where mental health comes first can go a long way to making the most of our children’s education.

Schools should be safe places in which children learn, socialize, and grow. It is time for the Michigan legislature to heed the call of Michiganders on the issue of common sense gun reform.

DTE knows they can’t compete with solar and they don’t want to lose customers, so DTE is trying to eliminate the solar market in Michigan by raising fees and reducing the price they pay for solar energy.

Let’s try focusing on restoring lives of both victims and offenders, and investing funds in crime prevention rather than wasting your tax dollars on over-incarceration.

While investing in homes will ensure more Michiganders can afford to keep a roof over their heads, these investments will also fight climate change and improve public health.

With where immunization rates currently stand, it’s not a question of if an outbreak will occur, but when.

The stakes are high for many mental health clients. And, from where I sit, telehealth is simply not serving some of them well.

We are improving health outcomes, leveling the educational playing field, and helping Michiganders get good-paying, high-skilled jobs. We are closing equity gaps and building a state where no matter who you are, you have what you need to succeed.

When students with disabilities are unable to engage with content being used in the classroom, they miss out on enriching educational experiences and their fellow students miss out on their peers’ valuable contributions to classroom discussions and activities.

School consolidation is not simply a matter of saving money. It requires local dialogue and negotiation to gain public support.

Every kid deserves to feel safe and supported in school, and I am proud that we have come together to deliver a budget that gives every kid an opportunity to succeed.