Opinion
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- Thursday, May 9, 2013
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Editorial: EPA gives Badger a pass to pollute Lake Mich.
The issue: The SS Badger is sailing again. Our view: No way should the EPA allow this pollution to continue.
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Editorial: NRA president ready to fight
Anyone who perhaps hoped new leadership at the National Rifle Association would bring a chance for dialogue on the gun issue should think again.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/09/2013
Undermine trust; Didn’t truly matter; Who pays bills?
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Another View: Senate wants to give states more taxing power
Congress is taking a stab at tax fairness. At least, where states are concerned. If you’re looking for meaningful reform of the federal tax code, that’s going to have to wait.
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Phil Power: Some tips for graduates
It’s graduation season and last Friday, I had the honor of giving a commencement address to those earning economics degrees at the University of Michigan.
Continued ... - Wednesday, May 8, 2013
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Editorial: State obliged to provide criminal defense for indigent
They are ugly statistics that paint a picture of a state heading down an unsustainable — and unjust — path.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/08/2013
Tax-free traffic calming; Endorsing scientists?
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Another View: Probe handling of intelligence
We welcome an investigation into the handling of intelligence related to suspects in the Boston Marathon bombing.
Continued ... - Tuesday, May 7, 2013
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Editorial: Congress must better defend military women
The issue: Military brass may lose right to reverse convictions. Our view: It’s the right and ethical thing to do.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/07/2013
A narrow mind; True customer service.
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Forum: Transportation funding and need
With spring finally upon us, memories of the long winter are fading. But the even longer pothole season is still with us. It’s a good time to discuss the condition and funding of our roads.
Continued ... - Monday, May 6, 2013
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Cheers: 05/06/2013
To four area high schools — Traverse City West Senior High School, Leland Public School, Traverse City Central High School and Benzie Central High School — which ranked among the top public high schools in Michigan, according to nationwide rankings.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/06/2013
Consider part-time benefits; A few negatives.
Continued ... - Sunday, May 5, 2013
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Editorial: Cherry Capital wise to use reserves for project
For years, those who fly in and out of Cherry Capital Airport have been complaining about high air fares.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/05/2013
Laugh out loud analysis I got such a kick out of Mr. Jenkins' April 23 letter to the editor. He wrote such a creative and humorous piece concerning ways to deal with and suffer through, potholes. It was a creative and 'laugh out loud' analysis of ou
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Forum: Region blessed with many great farmers
I set up at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market last June with a table full to bursting with peas, carrots, beets, chard, kale, spinach, salad mix and green onions. The stalls were bustling, the sun was out, I had a cup of coffee —the recipe for a perfect market.
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Jack Lessenberry: History may treat Bing better than polls
The last time I talked at length to Detroit Mayor Dave Bing, late last summer, he said two things that convinced me he wasn’t going to run for re-election this year.
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George Weeks: Senate contender plans northern swing
While several Republicans, including two congressmen, ponder seeking the seat to be vacated by retiring Sen. Carl Levin, three-term U.S. Rep. Gary Peters of Bloomfield Township is off to a good start in his bid for the 2014 Democratic nomination.
Continued ... - Saturday, May 4, 2013
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Another View: Welfare drug testing latest insult by state GOP
Expensive, inefficient and insulting? That seems to be the question the Michigan Republican Party asks before proposing legislation these days - and if the answer is yes, they’re all in.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/04/2013
Hope on Mother’s Day; Teach cursive in art.
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Another View: Keep our promise to seniors
The United States has long been saddled by this nearly $800-billion-a-year monster, and it has only become more monstrous in recent years.
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Fact Check: Examining state of gun research
It’s a statistic that President Barack Obama and gun control advocates like to repeat again and again: Forty percent of gun purchases are made without background checks.
Continued ... - Friday, May 3, 2013
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Editorial: Drop-off boxes getting pills off streets
Drop boxes that give residents a place to get rid of outdated or unneeded prescription drugs have proven their worth in just a few months.
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Letters to the Editor: 05/03/2013
We don’t honor laws; Needs will grow worse.
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Forum: Look to Germany for energy benchmark
Working in the automotive industry for over 20 years, I saw firsthand how powerful a tool benchmarking could become.
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Raw: Trucker Bumps I-5 Bridge Before Collapse
Raw: Texas Deputy Shot by Colo. Suspect Honored
Major Detours Following Wash. Bridge Collapse
American Held in Grisly Czech Murders
Raw: Jersey Shore Reopens for Summer
UK-bound Pakistan Plane Diverted, 2 Men Arrested
Officials: Tsarnaev Friend Linked to Slaying
Obama:Sexual Assault Threatens Trust in Military
Bridge Collapse Survivor: 'Rough Day'
Jersey Shore Open for Business
Raw: Memorial Day Flags Placed at Arlington
New Wheelchair Lift Promises More Access
First Person: Mom Discusses Famous Tornado Photo
Raw Video: Washington State Bridge Collapse
Boy Scouts Approve Plan to Accept Gay Boys
