Detroit and Amazon H2Q
Detroit was one of the cities competing to attract Amazon.com’s second headquarters…
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Thoughts About Bitcoin
Bitcoin has been a wild ride. In 2010, one Bitcoin was worth…
The Uneven Economic Recovery
Although the national economy was strong in 2017, this prosperity was not…
A Wrap-Up of the 2017 Economy
The U.S. economy improved in 2017. After growing at a sluggish 1.2…
Why Is Auto Insurance So Expensive in Michigan?
With an average premium of $2,394 per year, Michigan has the most…
Evaluating the Trump Tax Reform Proposal
A tax system should satisfy three criteria: it should raise sufficient revenue…
The Challenges Involving Tax Reform
As part of a tax reform package, the President and Congress have…
Fixing the Roads
Although many people perceive that our infrastructure is decaying, the reality is…
Thoughts Regarding Term Limits and Part-time Legislature
Many people feel that Michigan’s government does not function well. Often blamed…
Sports Arenas Yield Little Economic Benefit
Little Caesar’s arena will open with a Kid Rock concert in September…
Healthcare Reform That Would Control Costs
Healthcare is one of our most pressing political issues, but I think…
The Importance of Containing Healthcare Costs
The national debt and persistent budget deficits are a serious concern. At…