Flint Talk

Governor Gretchen Whitmer's administration spent more than $500,000 paying social media influencers to promote Michigan tourism and economic development. State officials say the campaign is a cost-effective way to reach new audiences, while critics argue taxpayers deserve more transparency about how the money was spent and whether it delivered measurable results. The spending comes as nearly 40% of Michigan households struggle to afford basic living expenses. If your family is working hard just to pay the bills, do you think more than half a million taxpayer dollars should go to social media influencers, or should that money have been used to help the people who need it most?