Posts published in “Guest Column”

More than six years ago, legislators and parent advocates began conversations on how to significantly address Michigan’s reading crisis for thousands of struggling readers. After years of hard work, Governor Whitmer recently signed into law…

  I am choosing to be very raw. In fact, as a minister it’s a very hard thing to do. You are supposed to have strength for everyone in your congregation, right? What if the…

  For generations, “election certification” drew little public attention. Election certifiers understood their role as necessarily administrative and did what the law requires of them: declare the winners determined after rigorous checks and balances are…

  In 2022, the state of Michigan set ambitious climate goals to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. With transportation accounting for 30 percent of the state’s emissions, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and establishing…

  As we begin celebrating Substance Use Prevention Month this October, Michigan stands at a critical juncture in its ongoing battle against the opioid epidemic. Recent data brings a glimmer of hope: both nationally and…

With the new school year underway, safety is at the forefront of many conversations. In the news, there are increasing reports of severe acts of physical violence, which are devastating and have negative ramifications for…

The Michigan Legislature has the opportunity to become a nationwide leader in criminal justice reform by passing several critical bills. These bills focus on transparency, accountability, and fairness, and they represent significant steps toward reducing…

  In Isabella County, the county commissioners approved a resolution in favor of ensuring that a home’s septic system is inspected before it is sold. Why are people pushing for these new inspections? Because Michigan’s…

  Every day, I wake up before the sun to care for my adult daughter and my grandson. I work all day cooking, cleaning, and providing personal care — and my work continues after the…