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Meadows transitions in new job
Most other newly elected Michigan lawmakers never have the same opportunity as Democratic Rep. Mark Meadows: A head start. "It was very cool to cast my first vote," he said.
Automated calling used in political campaigns
Future Michigan elections might continue campaign calls to voters and try to duplicate what has been considered a successful year. About 38 million voters showed up at the polls — about 6 million more voters than the previous midterm election, Michigan Secretary of State statistics show. John Truscott, spokesman for former Republican gubernatorial candidate Dick DeVos, said the DeVos campaign used automated calling to get people out to vote, and it appears to have worked. "While people complain about it, it leads to record levels," he said, adding that robo calls are cheaper than television or radio advertising.
Granholm to focus on economy, education
Gov. Jennifer Granholm will have more than enough to do for the next four years. After a mud-spattered election, observers say Granholm will need to focus on health care, education and the state's economy to fulfill her promises to voters. The governor's performance in her last term and her views on education are what bagged food industry management senior Cara Sturley's vote.
Granholm proposes business tax plan
Lansing — Gov. Jennifer Granholm announced Wednesday a replacement for a business tax accused of inhibiting economic growth in Michigan. Although ridding Michigan of the Single Business Tax is a positive step for businesses, Granholm's proposed replacement is not perfect, MSU professors and a local business owner said. Still, Crunchy's bar owner Vivian Milligan said it might be a change for the better. "You never know what the repercussions will be," she said.
Mich. bill to OK marijuana use will likely stall
Michigan lawmakers heard testimony Tuesday for a medicinal marijuana bill that isn't likely to pass before the end of the year. The 2005 bill states a patient with a "debilitating medical condition" — such as cancer or glaucoma — will not be subject to arrest or prosecution for using appropriate dosages of marijuana in Michigan to relieve pain.
