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State and local governmental entities in Michigan and state branches of the Federal government. Check the links below and you can also take a look at everything under Absolute Michigan keyword "gov".

Boom, Bust, Bailout & Bankruptcy Monday
The latest chapter in the ongoing soap opera that is the story of the bailout (or lack thereof) of US auto manufactures brings in such guest stars as former Clinton Treasury Secretary Robert Reich and former Michigan Senator & Transportation Secretary Spence Abraham to answer the of question of why we would bail out Citibank over the auto industry and what bankruptcy could mean for the Big Three.

Frosty Tuesday: Silver Bells, Falling Snow & Skidding Autos
From Silver Bells in the City in Lansing to Michigan's first storm of the 2008-2009 winter, it's clear that if winter isn't here to stay, it won't be long in coming. Here's hoping that Michigan's car companies aren't in for a long, cold winter.

Social vs Antisocial Monday
Come together with Michigan based social networks and keep pesky telemarketers and Buckeyes at bay! Features a cool story of how a Michigan Highway map got caught up in Beat OSU fever!

FROM MICHIGAN IN PICTURES

Dredging Michigan’s Harbors, photo by j image

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Michigan Coalition for Progress
We're an independent progressive group for the people of Michigan dedicated to holding our elected political leaders accountable. We are bringing people together to elect progressive leaders who are committed to moving Michigan forward.

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Berrien County
Berrien County Government official site. (St. Joseph, Berrien County)
for my amusement only...
"Reality has a well-known liberal bias" - Stephen Colbert (Grand Rapids, Kent County)
Michigan Association of Counties (MAC)
For more than a century, the MAC has provided a unified, nonpartisan voice for Michigan's 83 counties, fostering 699 elected county commissioners and local personnel, and state and federal legislatures, decision-makers, media and the general public. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Campaign Finance Network
A nonpartisan, nonprofit coalition of organizations and individuals concerned about the influence of money in politics and the need for campaign finance reform in Michigan. MCFN conducts research on the impact of contributions on elections and policy. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Coalition for Progress
We're an independent progressive group for the people of Michigan dedicated to holding our elected political leaders accountable. We are bringing people together to elect progressive leaders who are committed to moving Michigan forward. (Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County)
Michigan Cool Cities Initiative
Michigan cities of all sizes and the regions surrounding them are our future. To survive and thrive in the future, Michigan's cities must retain and attract more people including urban pioneers and young knowledge workers to its cities. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Government Television (MGTV)
Featuring resources for teachers and students, including our live and tape-delayed coverage of the Michigan House of Representatives, Michigan Senate, Michigan Supreme Court's oral argument and free video, dealing with Michigan's role in the Civil War. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan House of Representatives
Web site for the Michigan State House offers information about legislative calendar, pending and enacted bills, committees, Republican & Democratic Caucus, resources to find and contact your representative and useful information for Michigan citizens. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan in Brief
A reference document about Michigan state government and public policy that ddresses more than 40 Michigan issues, presenting a glossary, background, a nonpartisan discussion of policy options, and sources of additional information. Free to view online. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Senate
Information about the Senate of the State of Michigan including Senator web pages, committees, caucuses, employment and general information about the Senate (including kid's pages). (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Tax Truth
Providing citizens, policymakers, elected officals, and the media with accurate and true information about state government taxes and spending in Michigan. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Week
The Michigan Week 2006 theme ñ "Great Lakes, Great Traditions: The Magic of Michigan" ñ highlights both our state's history of magic from Houdini to Blackstone and the many treasures that make life in Michigan magical. (Lansing, Ingham County)
State Archives of Michigan
With documents dating back to 1792, the State Archives of Michigan houses much of Michigan's record heritage. Be sure to check out the "Image of the Month". (Lansing, Ingham County)
State of Michigan - Michigan.gov
Official web site for the State of Michigan with general state information, news and state departments including Treasury, Natural Resources and Education. Numerous online forms and resources as well. (Lansing, Ingham County)