In the two weeks since Election Day, I’ve been humbled and overwhelmed by the warmth and support I’ve received from people all across Northwest Michigan and beyond. I’m confident that the vision we share for tomorrow’s Michigan is ultimately the right one, and I’m looking forward to continuing to work together to deliver on Michigan’s promise. [...]
Author Archives: Dan Scripps
Ludington Daily News, Benzie County Record-Patriot, Leelanau Enterprise and Traverse City Record-Eagle all Endorse Dan Scripps for State Representative
October 28, 2010 – 7:31 pm
In the last two days, the Ludington Daily News, Benzie Record Patriot, Leelanau Enterprise and Traverse City Record-Eagle endorsed our campaign for State Representative. As the region’s only House candidate to receive their endorsement, the Record-Eagle praised my “ability to work across the aisle in the bitterly partisan Legislature.” The Ludington Daily News said I [...]
Growing the local wine industry
September 21, 2010 – 8:22 pm
We’re blessed in Northwest Michigan to have a strong and growing local wine industry — a sector of our economy that perfectly brings together local agriculture and tourism. From hillsides flush with grapevines to the many tasting rooms that dot our highways, this vibrant industry adds much to our local economy and our way of [...]
Clean energy jobs for Michigan workers
August 12, 2010 – 2:55 pm
Yesterday, I had the chance to speak at the Energy Summit put on by the Michigan Laborers District Council about the job opportunities in Michigan’s emerging clean energy economy. While there is no question that this devastating recession has hit Michigan’s working families hard, there is solid evidence that our efforts to make Michigan a [...]
Make your voice heard!
August 3, 2010 – 7:00 am
Here in Northwest Michigan, we have a unique appreciation for our fundamental right to vote. Our residents often turn out for elections in numbers that rank among the highest in the state. With Michigan’s Primary Election today, let’s make sure we continue that tradition! Today’s election – where Michigan voters will choose nominees for State Representative [...]
Standing up for Michigan workers
July 27, 2010 – 8:44 pm
It’s no secret we’re facing some tough challenges in Michigan. Michigan’s unemployment rate of 13.2% remains among the worst in the nation, representing 681,000 Michigan workers who have seen their jobs disappear, their lives upended, and the American dream slipping away.
Buy Michigan First!
May 16, 2010 – 3:52 pm
Earlier this month, I launched a new website to provide a forum for Michigan residents looking to Buy Michigan First! The website encourages residents to support Michigan’s small businesses, protect and create local jobs and revitalize our economy by purchasing Michigan-made products and …
Some green news on Earth Day: Deutsche Bank highlights green jobs success
April 22, 2010 – 10:22 pm
As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, an OpEd in today’s Detroit News suggests that Michigan has much to gain in the emerging green economy. Kevin Parker, the global head of Deutsche Bank’s asset management division, highlights the connection between protecting our environment and creating the clean energy jobs of the future. Where [...]
Coming up February 1st
January 29, 2010 – 8:21 pm
Dear Friends, Just a reminder that you are all invited to join me this coming Monday, February 1st at my monthly coffee hours. As a service to my constituents, I hold these public office hours in each of the four counties that I represent so that I can update you on the things going on [...]
Join me for my January Coffee Hours
December 30, 2009 – 4:15 pm
Dear Friends, Just a reminder that you are all invited to come join me this coming Monday, January 4th at my monthly coffee hours. As a service to my constituents, I hold these public office hours in each of the four counties that I represent so that I can update you on the things going [...]
