South Michigan News

State Representative Dale Zorn responded to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's 2024 State of the State Address, expressing his concerns about the current state of affairs in Michigan. Zorn believes that the governor is not being transparent about the true condition of the state and that the actions taken by her and her Democratic colleagues have had negative consequences for Michigan residents.

Zorn criticized the governor's decision to increase household costs for families and reverse a permanent income tax cut that was promised to every Michigan taxpayer. He stated, "The governor is pulling the wool over the eyes of Michiganders everywhere – but the reality is, the state of our state is bleaker than she wants us to believe."

Furthermore, Zorn expressed his disagreement with the governor's proposal to offer college tuition for all, stating that it would burden taxpayers who are already financially strained. He argued that instead of focusing on providing free college education, the governor should prioritize allowing workers to keep more of what they earn. Zorn said, "Every Michigan worker needs and deserves to keep more of what they earn, especially now, as families struggle to cover household costs amid widespread inflation and rising utility costs."

In conclusion, Zorn believes that the governor should shift her focus towards reducing basic expenses for Michiganders in 2024. He emphasized the importance of tax cuts and reduced spending during these difficult times. Zorn stated, "We needed to hear more from the governor about her plans to reduce basic expenses for Michiganders in 2024."

It remains to be seen how Governor Whitmer will address these concerns and prioritize the needs of Michigan residents in the coming year.