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A Christmas Wish List for Michigan Policymakers — 2009 was a bad year for Michigan, but our elected officials seem to think it was just fine.

Norman Borlaug: An American Hero — Norman Borlaug probably saved more lives than any other person.

Under the Weather? — Ailing buildings may not benefit from federal weatherization funds.

Expenses Consume Prop A Funding Increases — Personnel costs are responsible for public school budget problems.