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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 - Gov. Granholm at Mackinac Conference: 'It would have been fun to be governor in the '90s' when times were better
MLive.com

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 - Metro Detroit 'big four' back DRIC, vow regular meetings, work on regional transportation
MLive.com

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 - In worst case scenario, should Michigan bail out Detroit? Gubernatorial candidates weigh in
MLive.com

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 - MichBio Issues Statement at Mackinac Policy Conference on Release of Battelle/BIO State Biosciences
Melodika

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 - MichBio Issues Statement at Mackinac Policy Conference on Release of Battelle/BIO State Biosciences Initiative 2010 Report and MichBio-Crain's-Honigman Life Sciences Survey
StreetInsider.com

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 - Michigan governors debate recap: Talking taxes, budget cuts and stinging personal attacks
MLive.com

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 - Education will drive economy, but will public or charter schools drive Detroit? (With video)
MLive.com

June 3, 2010 - Pittsburgh faced problems much like Detroit's — and overcame them, leaders say
Crain's Business Detroit

June 3, 2010 - Editorial: Lawmakers may be feeling good about state budget, but they shouldn't get cocky
MLive.com

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 - Indicators show struggling Michigan economy starting to recover, but no quick upswing in sight
Daily Press

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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