The impact of the 2010 election could be felt for some time both at the state and federal levels. One of the more immediate areas of impact is to Michigan's congressional delegation which has swung from 8-7 Democratic to 9-6 Republican with pick-ups in the northern Michigan/Upper Peninsula First District and the 7th District of southern central Michigan.
Overall, Michigan has five new congressional members (although Tim Walberg is returning). For a run-down of who they are, see this article from the on-line version of "The Hill".
Look for future posts about the impact of the sweeping changes in Congress and what they might mean for communities in Michigan.
Arnold Weinfeld covers federal issues for the Michigan Municipal League. He can be reached at 517-908-0304 or by e-mail.
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