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Review the news coverage of the 2010 Mackinac Policy Conference. As conference attendees discussed the key issues facing the state of Michigan and the business community, many news organizations covered the conversation.
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June 20, 2010 - MARY KRAMER: It works to set high goals, pursue them
Crain's Business Detroit
June 13, 2010 - THIS JUST IN: Conference to focus on workforce for logistics hub
Crain's Business Detroit
June 13, 2010 - Reporter's Notebook: Will Gingrich plan bear fruit?
Crain's Business Detroit
June 10, 2010 - Phil Power: Straight talk from Mackinac Island
Livingston Daily
June 8, 2010 - Michigan's future leaders don't inspire confidence at Mackinac conference
The Detroit News
June 8, 2010 - Parting shots from Mackinac conference reflect on hope and change
Detroit Free Press
June 7, 2010 - HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says health care model wasn't sustainable
Crain's Business Detroit
June 6, 2010 - Newt Gingrich's suggestion of a 10-year tax holiday for Detroit is worth consideration
The Detroit News
June 6, 2010 - Granholm defends leadership of state and says farewell
Livingston Daily
June 6, 2010 - Gingrich: Cut taxes, create Mich. jobs
Detroit Free Press
June 6, 2010 - Granholm defends leadership of state and says farewell
Livingston Daily
June 6, 2010 - Gingrich: Cut taxes, create Mich. jobs
Detroit Free Press
June 6, 2010 - Lessons learned, but for long?
Detroit Free Press
June 6, 2010 - Detroit bridge project means Mich. jobs
Lansing State Journal
June 6, 2010 - Bing says he's ready to lead DPS when Bobb's contract expires
EducationNews.org
June 6, 2010 - Commentary: Mediocrity leads in gubernatorial race
The Detroit News
June 5, 2010 - Granholm defends her record in office
Morning Sun
June 5, 2010 - Chrysler open to natural gas as motor fuel
Global News
June 5, 2010 - Granholm defends her record after 8 years
The Oakland Press
June 5, 2010 - Granholm defends record after eight years as Michigan governor
The Daily Telegram
June 5, 2010 - Detroit voters could be asked about school control
MLive.com
June 5, 2010 - Detroit's mayor steps up; now Granholm should, too
Detroit Free Press
June 5, 2010 - Granholm for Congress?
Daily Tribune
June 5, 2010 - Despite lobbying, DRIC future uncertain
The Detroit News
June 5, 2010 - Will lead Detroit Regional Chamber 2011 Mackinac Policy Conference
Melodika
June 5, 2010 - Benefits of health care bill touted
The Detroit News
June 5, 2010 - "To Do" List Created After Mac Conference
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 5, 2010 - Granholm's enthusiasm curbed slightly by 8 years at state's helm
Detroit Free Press
June 4, 2010 - Big Four Bat Around The Issues
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 4, 2010 - Natural gas 'rational' alternative to gasoline-Chrysler
Reuters
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO Marchionne says focus must remain on improving quality, avoiding old, bad habits
Hartford Courant
June 4, 2010 - DRIC bridge plan a hot topic at Mackinac conference
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler: Industry Must Focus On Improvement
Manufacturing.net
June 4, 2010 - Mackinac ideas deserve aggressive action
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Granholm Defends Her Record after 8 Years
WJBK Fox
June 4, 2010 - Gubernatorial Debate Turns Into Playground Name Calling Exercise
MITechNews
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO: Focus must remain on getting better
MySuncoast
June 4, 2010 - Gubernatorial candidates in debate
Morning Sun
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO on avoiding complacency
Globe Drive
June 4, 2010 - Detroit Regional Chamber drafts six-point action plan
Crain's Business Detroit
June 4, 2010 - Detroit council overrides Bing's budget veto
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Congressional Dems Call For Government-Biz Partnership
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 4, 2010 - Mich. gov. recalls state changes over last 8 years
Fox 32
June 4, 2010 - Big 4 support proposed new bridge
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Granholm sees Mich. economic turnaround
United Press International
June 4, 2010 - Detroit Mayor Dave Bing: 'We need to work hard as hell to change our image'
MLive.com
June 4, 2010 - ArvinMeritor CEO elected vice chair of Detroit Regional Chamber
Crain's Detroit Business
June 4. 2010 - Tax-free zone could jump-start Detroit
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Governor Granholm Says Diversification, Education Efforts Must Continue
Michigan.gov
June 4, 2010 - Michigan governor says successor must continue efforts to increase diversification, education
Canadian Business
June 4, 2010 - Debate heats up over Michigan parole policies for prisoners
WZZM 13
June 4, 2010 - Budget issues collide with public safety in debate over corrections spending
Crain's Business Detroit
June 4, 2010 - Newt Gingrich weighs in on Michigan economy
Upper Michigan's Source
June 4, 2010 - Michigan Congressional Delegation debates economic policy progress, pushes for more public-private partnerships
Crain's Business Detroit
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO sees natural gas powering more cars
9 News Colorado
June 4, 2010 - Detroit council votes to override Bing's budget veto
Detroit Free Press
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO: Automakers Can't Lose Focus
KSAT 12
June 4, 2010 - No Consensus Among Leaders On How to Reform Taxes
WDET Detroit Public Radio
June 4, 2010 - Bing: Petition drive aims to give me authority over Detroit schools
Detroit Free Press
June 4, 2010 - 'It is tough running Michigan,' Granholm says in final Mackinac appearance as governor
Crain's Business Detroit
June 4, 2010 - Gubernatorial candidates mix it up on bridge, labor, lakes
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Europe Needs More Action on Debt, Chrysler Chief Says
The New York Times
June 4, 2010 - Marchionne says Europe needs further action on debt crisis
Automotive News Europe
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler chief urges more action on Europe crisis
Business Spectator
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO Marchionne says focus must remain on improving quality, avoiding old, bad habits
Sun Sentinal
June 4, 2010 - Compromise needed
The Detroit News
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler boss Marchionne: We're in it together
Detroit Free Press
June 4, 2010 - Mackinaw Island - Site Of Governor Race Debate
WATZ
June 4, 2010 - Governor's Address Focuses On New Economy
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 4, 2010 - Candidates For Governor Debate On Mackinac
WKLA
June 4, 2010 - Chrysler CEO: Focus Must Remain on Getting Better
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 4, 2010 - Michigan GOP, Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Debate
WGVU
June 4, 2010 - DRIC bridge plan a hot topic at Mackinac conference
The Detroit News
June 3, 2010 - Chip McClure Elected First Vice Chair of Detroit Regional Chamber
KTEN
June 3, 2010 - Chrysler CEO Marchionne says focus must remain on improving quality, avoiding old, bad habits
WGNO ABC 26
June 3, 2010 - GOP, Democratic candidates for governor trade charges at 1st joint debate on Mackinac Island
Washington Examiner
June 3, 2010 - Charges fly as Mich. gubernatorial hopefuls debate
MySuncoast
June 3, 2010 - "Jobs, Jobs, Jobs" on Mackinac Island
WDET
June 3, 2010 - Chip McClure Elected First Vice Chair of Detroit Regional Chamber
KLFY 10
June 3, 2010 - Gingrich calls for Detroit 'tax-free zone
The Macomb Daily
June 3, 2010 - Goal to Renew Detroit Regional Chamber Focus on Manufacturing
ABC 22
June 3, 2010 - Chip McClure Elected First Vice Chair of Detroit Regional Chamber
KLFY 10
June 3, 2010 - Bobb: DPS can only support 26,000 students
Detroit Free Press
June 3, 2010 - Center for Michigan to fact-check campaign ads
WLNS 6
June 3, 2010 - Mich. GOP, Dem. gubernatorial candidates to debate
WLNS 6
June 3, 2010 - The Gloves Come Off On Mackinac Island
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Urgency opens floor to bold ideas at Mackinac
Detroit Free Press
June 3, 2010 - Community Social Networking Site Unveiled At Mackinac
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Medical centers to partner to attract talent, investments
Detroit Free Press
June 3, 2010 - Supt. Mike Flanagan says some schools "in denial" about quality of education
Grand Rapids Press
June 3, 2010 - URC Reports Energy Gains, Announces Joint Events
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - State's GOP, Dem. gubernatorial candidates to debate
The Oakland Press
June 3, 2010 - Virg Watch
Lansing CityPulse
June 3, 2010 - ABC12's Epic/MRA poll results Thursday
ABC12
June 3, 2010 - Michigan Republican and Democratic gubernatorial candidates debate
WZZM 13
June 3, 2010 - MI gov candidates debate on Mackinac
WoodTV
June 3, 2010 - Speaker says time is right to start turning Southeast Michigan into major logistics hub
Crain's Business Detroit
June 3, 2010 - Michigan Gubernatorial Candidates To Debate
WJBK Fox 2
June 3, 2010 - Mackinac Notebook
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Bing, Pugh to huddle on Detroit budget
The Detroit News
June 3, 2010 - Michigan Future at Mackinac: Smart Industries Lose Fewer Jobs
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Robert Bobb: Detroit Public Schools require dramatic restructuring to balance budget
MLive.com
June 3, 2010 - It's Jobs, Jobs, Jobs At The New Economy Panel
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Candidates for Michigan governor trade accusations
Detroit Free Press
June 3, 2010 - Michigan Gov. Candidates Debate
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Pittsburgh faced problems much like Detroit's — and overcame them, leaders say
Crain's Business Detroit
June 3, 2010 - Limited growth in state bio-business, report says
Grand Rapids Business Journal
June 3, 2010 - Michigan Tech Execs Say Biz Climate Still Poor, But More Are Hiring
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Bing meets with candidates, council members
Detroit Free Press
June 3, 2010 - Candidates for Michigan Governor to gather for debate
WSJV Fox 28
June 3, 2010 - Health care should be viewed as asset, not liability, for state, panelists say
Crain's Business Detroit
June 3, 2010 - Five gubernatorial hopefuls say some unions deter growth
The Detroit News
June 3, 2010 - Survey Says Michigan’s Bio-Industry Gains In Some Areas, Lags In Others
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Be it radical or not, change is coming to ailing Michigan
Detroit Free Press
June 3, 2010 - Pittsburgh Shows Detroit How To Get There From Here
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 3, 2010 - Will our old differences sabotage a new Michigan?
Detroit Free Press
June 2, 2010 - Detroit Regional Chamber, JB&A Release Seventh Annual Leadership Survey Findings
Detroit Business
June 2, 2010 - Essay: Mackinac and Beyond - 6.2.10
Jack Lessenberry's Essay and Interviews
June 2, 2010 - Look In The Mirror To See Who Is At Fault In Michigan Economic Crisis
MiTechNews
June 2, 2010 - Education, Politics And More From Mackinac Island
ClickonDetroit
June 2, 2010 - Conference speakers: Tough choices critical for true reform
Crain's Business Detroit
June 2, 2010 - Poll: Hoekstra leads in GOP Mich. gov.'s race
Chicago Tribune
June 2, 2010 - Chamber Conference Kicks Off With Blunt Assessment Of State's Failures
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 2, 2010 - Detroit Regional Chamber, JB&A Release 7th Annual Leadership Survey Findings
WWJ Newsradio 950
June 2, 2010 - Kindle should be given to every student, Gingrich says
Detroit Free Press
June 2, 2010 - Grand Blog: Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce
Grand Blog
June 2, 2010 - Mich. revival requires major cultural shift
The Detroit News
Pre-Conference Coverage
June 2, 2010 - Heading to the “Island” with Optimism
The Bailey Blog
June 2, 2010 - Policy conferences help state’s business groups amplify call for reform
Crain's Detroit Business
June 2, 2010 - Editorial: No dead zone
The Detroit News
June 2, 2010 - Mich. revival requires major cultural shift
The Detroit News
June 2, 2010 - Mackinac Chamber conference kicks off Wednesday
Fox33
June 2, 2010 - Michigan economy slowly recovering
Lansing State Journal
June 2, 2010 - Eight questions seeking answers at the 2010 Mackinac Policy Conference
MLive.com
June 2, 2010 - Mackinac political conference kicks off today
Detroit Free Press
June 2, 2010 - Granholm, Gingrich, Marchionne to headline Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference
The Republic
June 2, 2010 - Detroit Regional Chamber Conference Starts Today
WILX-TV
June 1, 2010 - Mackinac Policy Conference 2010
Fox 2 News
June 1, 2010 - WITH VIDEO: Politics and policy collide at annual Mackinac Policy Conference
The Oakland Press
June 1, 2010 - Gingrich to endorse Hoekstra for governor
The Detroit News
June 1, 2010 - Shaky Michigan economy slowly starting to recover
Chicago Tribune
June 1, 2010 - Snyder, Bernero lead in governor race, poll shows
The Detroit News
May 30, 2010 - Commentary: Expect Newt to rock Mackinac
The Detroit News
May 30, 2010 - Flashpoint Preview of the Mackinac Policy Conference with Sandy Baruah
WDIV Channel 4
May 30, 2010 - Michigan at the halfway mark on path to revival
Detroit Free Press
May 30, 2010 - Detroit Regional Chamber's Mackinac Policy Conference Interview with Sandy Baruah
WWJ Newsradio 950
May 30, 2010 - Poll: Pain of unemployment invades Michigan
Detroit Free Press
May 28, 2010 - Gearing up for the Mackinac Policy Conference
EDGE
May 25, 2010 - Underdog in GOP gubernatorial race goes on the offensive at debate
Detroit Free Press
May 21, 2010 - Forum has regional leaders sounding united
Detroit Free Press
May 20, 2010 - House speaker introduces revised public employee health plan
Crain's Business Detroit
April 30, 2010 - Newt Gingrich, Sergio Marchionne among speakers for Mackinac Policy Conference
MLive.com
April 28, 2010 - HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius to speak at Mackinac Policy Conference
Crain's Business Detroit
April 28, 2010 - The Detroit Regional Chamber has some major speakers coming to the Mackinac Conference and Paul W. Smith has the story
760 WJR News/Talk
April 27, 2010 - Chrysler CEO to give keynote address at Mackinac Policy Conference
Crain's Business Detroit
April 27, 2010 - Marchionne To Speak At Mackinac Policy Conference
WWJ Newsradio 950
March 9, 2010 - Newt Gingrich to give keynote address at Mackinac Policy Conference
Crain's Detroit Business
March 8, 2010 - Business Joins Fight to Right-Size Prisons
Detroit Free Press
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