Michigan’s economy, population in decline for decades
Michigan’s economy and population have been in constant decline for decades, according to a March 9 Michigan Advance commentary, and most of the state’s 10 million residents are not fully aware of it. The commentary referred to a statewide poll conducted for the Detroit Regional Chamber in partnership with Glengariff Group, Inc. The poll of 600 voters was conducted between Jan. 27 and Feb. 2, 2026. It found voters think Michigan fares about average compared to other states in education, reading, income and jobs. But, the commentary states, the stark reality is that the state is near ...
