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Michael Moore received $841,145 in incentives to film anti-corporate welfare documentary in Michigan

December 4, 2012 | 7:35 am
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Louise Story of the New York Times writes an excellent piece on state subsidies for Hollywood films and studios – a frequent practice that often reaps very little in tax revenue or long-term jobs.

Her report explores the huge amount of film credits in the state of Michigan boosted by former Gov. Jennifer Granholm.

According to the report, liberal Michael Moore received $841,145 in incentives to film his documentary “Capitalism: A Love Story” in Michigan.

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