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Mackinac Center for Public Policy

About Mackinac Center for Public Policy

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy is a nonpartisan research and educational institute dedicated to improving the quality of life for all Michigan citizens by promoting sound solutions to state and local policy questions. The Mackinac Center assists policy makers, scholars, business people, the media and the public by providing objective analysis of Michigan issues. The goal of all Center reports, commentaries and educational programs is to equip Michigan citizens and other decision makers to better evaluate policy options.

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy is broadening the debate on issues that has for many years been dominated by the belief that government intervention should be the standard solution. Center publications and programs, in contrast, offer an integrated and comprehensive approach that considers:

All Institutions. The Center examines the important role of voluntary associations, business, community and family, as well as government.

All People. Mackinac Center research recognizes the diversity of Michigan citizens and treats them as individuals with unique backgrounds, circumstances and goals.

All Disciplines. Center research incorporates the best understanding of economics, science, law, psychology, history and morality, moving beyond mechanical cost/benefit analysis.

All Times. Center research evaluates long-term consequences, not simply short-term impact.

Committed to its independence, the Mackinac Center for Public Policy neither seeks nor accepts any government funding. It enjoys the support of foundations, individuals, and businesses who share a concern for Michigan's future and recognize the important role of sound ideas.

The Center is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Reviews

Education Policy Intern

June 2019 - August 2019 Midland, MI
“I really enjoyed the work environment and the work I was able to do. At the Mackinac Center I was treated like a regular employee (albeit part time) rather than an intern. My coworkers treated me with the same respect as they did everyone else and truly valued my work and contributions. My ideas were taken seriously and given just as much consideration as anyone else's. ”

Communications Intern

May 2018 - August 2018 Midland, MI
“I really liked the atmosphere of Mackinac and the projects I worked on. I was able to gain skills in social media and marketing that I did not have before.”
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