Like Michigan's weather, the
state has its bright spots, its slightly cloudy ones and others that are a bit gloomier
than overcast. Ann Arbor-based The Center for Michigan has released a scorecard on the
state's workforce, economy, quality of life and accountable government.
Excerpt:
"The 2008 Michigan Scorecard: Benchmarks for Michigan’s
Transformation" was compiled from various research sources and edited by Michigan State University
economist Charles Ballard. It tracks 36 measures of Michigan’s competitive standing in three
areas: Workforce and Talent; Economy and Quality of Life; and Accountable
Government.
The ratings couldn't be simpler -- thumbs up, so-so or thumbs down. The
verdict: ten “thumbs-up,” seven “so-so,” and 19 “thumbs-down” grades.
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