Is this real? I came across this last night while pricing out ads on mlive. But when I clicked on the link, it took me to all of the Michigan stories except the Granholm story. Governor Granholm has made several appointments in the last 4-6 weeks, so I suppose it’s possible. I just can’t find any information on it to determine whether it’s true or false. Seems like there&#...

Another shameless leftyblog plug… Governor Granholm Announces $25 Million For Cities Of Promise Governor Granholm announced Tuesday that the Michigan State Housing Development Authority will fund up to $25 million over the next four years to help eliminate blight in her eight “Cities of Promise.” The cities targeted are Detroit, Pontiac, Hamtramck, Highland Park, Flint, Benton Ha...

Cross-posted at BFM I came across an interesting LSJ article this morning, which underscored some of the points we’ve been making at BFM. First I’m going to say how irritated I am that it’s an LSJ article … I’m still mad at them.  So, I’m going to link the article because I’m referencing it, but I’m asking that you ignore their ads and not clic...

Cross posted at bloggingformichigan.com The Deaf Edge has a post on the new law signed by Governor Granholm.  The legislation requires employers, state and local governments, public and private schools, hospitals, restaurants, and other entities providing services to the public, to provide effective communication services to all.  The law also requires that reasonable notice be given to...

Governor Granholm is officially launching her new website today. The site can be accessed at http://www.jennifergranholm.com, and features online advocacy tools and the latest information on budget negotiations. The site also houses a blog, called “The Conversation”, the contents of which will also be posted on Michigan Liberal. ...

Watching on WFUM Channel 28. Figures I’d have to hear from Skubick. Good God he sucks. “This is the Governor’s most challenging speech ever, because of this, that, and the other thing, and I’m willing to say anything to make her look bad.” And let me just say that after seeing John Cherry speak at the last convention, I really like him. Shut up Skubick. Lots of Demo...

Governor Granholm attended a fundraiser at the Flint home of Rosanne and Steve Heddy last night. The theme of the event was “Women in Charge: When Women Lead, Women Win”. Some interesting facts about the Governor: Governor Granholm is the first female Governor for Michigan She has appointed more women to cabinet positions than any other Michigan Governor. She implemented the “...

This DetNews comment from Roger Crozier: As a true Republican, I believe in small, minimalist government. State Government isn’t the cause of Michigan’s economic difficulties and it certainly isn’t the cure (see Frank Beckman column stating the same). All industrial sectors in Michigan are doing well, EXCEPT the domestic automotive industry. Problem, that is what drives Michiga...

This is an excellent comment on the DetNews forum, by someone calling him/herself “state worker“: After reading the comments here, I have been compelled to respond. There are certain facts that can not be denied and these facts have appeared in this very newspaper and others across our state, but many people seem to not be taking them into account. Fact: When Granholm took office, the...

Just a few notes before I head off to another glorious day of work … You can catch my live blogging with George over at George Bullard’s Detroit News blog. Thanks to George and the Detroit News editorial staff for inviting me to live blog the debates. I encourage my readers to make the Detroit News political blog a regular stop and participate in the comment section. Michlibbers w...

What the Gov did right: She was assertive. She was sure to answer the challenges / accusations that were thrown her way, and she made sure that she got the time to answer them. Dick seemed much much weaker in this regard. He seemed to answer challenges only when he was invited. She was conversational when it was appropriate. When Dick said “I have a plan to replace the SBT” she sai...

First question, Mr. DeVos, Should there be a law against lying in campaign ads, and would your opponent be in trouble with this law? What the hell is that? Is this how this debate is going to be? Next: How much impact can a MI Governor have on the state’s economy? @Dick - whoa, he practiced this question, much more smooth on the delivery, he’s not on the defensive here. You can sur...

Last week, Baker College distributed a letter to the recipients of the Michigan Tuition Grant. This letter was included in a financial aid packet and stated the following: Important Information Regarding Your Michigan Tuition Grant (MTG) or Michigan Competitive Scholarship (MCS) The projected State Award included in your financial aid package is an estimate based on the 2005-06 Michigan Tuition G...

“Those out there who believe that we should simply let people fend for themselves in a tough world and let the chips fall where they may, are wrong. I am not one of them.” — Governor Jennifer Granholm, 2006 State of the State address, January 25, 2006 I always look forward to watching the Governor speak; she is a good speaker, and she was on certainly her game last night. What ...

Where: MEA Meeting Room, 211 N. Shiawassee St, Corunna When: 7:30pm, Wednesday, December 14th What: A Gathering to bring Governor Granholm’s supporters together to listen to the Governor’s live streaming webcast over the internet and conference call. The Governor will give an update on what is happening in Lansing and members of her campaign team will tell you how you can take action...