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MIRS Capitol Capsule Headlines From Thu., Jul. 2, 2009QUOTE OF THE DAY "I guess the question becomes, 'Would I offer the Lieutenant Governor's position to John Cherry?' and 'Would he accept?'" -- Rep. Alma Wheeler SMITH when asked if she was be John Cherry's running mate in 2010. Smith responded that she plans on winning and . . . FREE Trial Subscription! Click here for more information. An Interview With Alma Wheeler Smith "She's been a state Senator a House member and a gubernatorial running mate. She' known for stating her mind and letting the chips fall where they may. Rep Alma Wheeler SMITH (D-Salem Twp.) is now officially running for governor for the second time in her political career (she dropped out fairly early in 2002)." State Bonding Out $77.79M For Seven Colleges "Gov. Jennifer GRANHOLM today signed into law a Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 spending bill that puts the state on the hook for an estimated $78 million in bonding money for seven college and university building projects across the state." Granholm Talking Green Energy In Europe "Gov. Jennifer GRANHOLM is scheduled Monday to conduct her eighth overseas investment mission since 2004, departing for talks on alternative energy in Germany and Belgium." Hoekstra A No-No On Con-Con "Chalk up another no vote for the 2010 vote to creating a new constitutional convention. U.S. Rep. Pete HOEKSTRA (R-Holland), a Republican gubernatorial candidate, is against the ballot proposal, claiming it would damage Michigan's already-hurting business community." Welcome to mirsnews.com, home of Michigan's oldest and most comprehensive newsletter (MIRS) covering the activities of Michigan state government. From the legislature to the governor, from the state bureacracy to Michigan's courts, MIRS provides our subscribers with more news and insight than any other source. Team MIRS brings a wealth of experience to play on your behalf. The actions of government are not conducted in isolation and MIRS goes beyond the obvious news stories and press releases to bring you insight into what's to come, putting you one step ahead. If you've never read MIRS, or haven't read MIRS lately, we encourage you to sign up for a free three-week trial subscription and explore the many features our news site has to offer. We're convinced you'll quickly come to rely on the MIRS advantage. |
MIRS Capitol Capsule
• An Interview With Alma Wheeler Smith
• State Bonding Out $77.79M For Seven Colleges
• Granholm Talking Green Energy In Europe
• Hoekstra A No-No On Con-Con
• Lahti Stands Behind Inmate Recruitment
• Pure Michigan Wins Forbes Travel Award
• Venture Michigan Fund Adds 4 More Funds
• Bits And Tidbits
• Gubernatorial Appointments
• On This Day In Michigan History
• An Interview With Alma Wheeler Smith
• State Bonding Out $77.79M For Seven Colleges
• Granholm Talking Green Energy In Europe
• Hoekstra A No-No On Con-Con
• Lahti Stands Behind Inmate Recruitment
• Pure Michigan Wins Forbes Travel Award
• Venture Michigan Fund Adds 4 More Funds
• Bits And Tidbits
• Gubernatorial Appointments
• On This Day In Michigan History
Political Poll Cross Tabs
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Nov. 26, 2007 - Gov./Legislature Job Performance
11/7 - 11/13 Survey Sample 600 - Margin of Error 4%
- Questions and Results
- Crosstabs
Nov. 26, 2007 - Gov./Legislature Job Performance
11/7 - 11/13 Survey Sample 600 - Margin of Error 4%
- Questions and Results - Crosstabs