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New Upjohn Report examines Workforce Dynamics in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Iryna Lendel, Chloe Wieber, Sevrin Williams, Gerrit Anderson, Lee Adams
Upjohn Institute President Mike Horrigan standing in front of line graphs depicting economic information
How can we improve trust in federal economic statistics? A new report dives in
Michael Horrigan
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How changes in migration to the U.S. affect Mexico’s labor market
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Upjohn Institute announces 2026 Early Career Research Awards
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Resilient Workers, Quality Jobs, Wages and Benefits
Higher minimum wages bring an unexpected cost: more workplace injuries
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Work and Life
Moving beyond “does Head Start work?” What 60 years of research have to say
Chloe Gibbs
Battle Creek, Michigan
Regional Economies, Skill Building, Prepared Workforce
Report highlights opportunity to connect Battle Creek residents to local jobs
Iryna Lendel, Chloe Wieber, Sevrin Williams, Gerrit Anderson
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Commentary: Investing in tuition-free college can be a good economic bet for Michigan
Timothy J. Bartik, Michelle Miller-Adams