Mad props to the always-excellent Zack for pointing both of these out.

Michigan Tax Truth is a website that aims to emphasize the value that state-funded services contribute to Michigan.

In a related editorial, Craig Ruff argues that raising taxes in a fair and responsible manner can help us lower our unemployment rate. He points to Virginia as an example. Mark Warner accomplished some incredible things during his term as Virginia's Governor, and I've long felt that his approach toward governance is an ideal model to follow.

Remember, Warner raised taxes in a Republican-leaning state and still walked out with an 80% approval rating and one of the most well-managed states in the nation. It can be done.