Levi Teitel | Author

My 2024 Hopes for Michigan’s Legislature

Jan. 20, 2024

During some much needed relaxing over the start of the new year, I kept thinking about the slew of progressive victories that Michiganders made possible in 2023. We made important strides for workers, the environment, women, and LGBTQ+ folks that will improve the quality of life for all M... Read More >>

Michigan Needs Polluter Pay Laws

Dec. 2, 2023

I think we can all agree: If you make a mess, you should be responsible for cleaning it up. Unfortunately, corporations in Michigan missed that day in preschool.

Despite our reputation as the Great Lakes State, Michigan is behind the curve when it comes to holding corporate pollut... Read More >>

A Legislative Agenda for Rural Michigan

Dec. 10, 2022

The votes have been counted, and the people have spoken. Michigan voters re-elected Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Attorney General Dana Nessel, and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. They also delivered Democratic control of both legislative chambers for the first time in 40 years.

It&rs... Read More >>

Show Up to the Polls for the Planet

Oct. 15, 2022

This November, Michiganders have an opportunity to defend two things worth fighting for at the ballot box: our environment and our freedom to vote.

I’m 26 years old, and as a young-ish person, the consensus is clear: We want action on climate. I’ve been a dedicated cli... Read More >>

MI Healthy Climate Plan

March 5, 2022

What makes Michigan unique is our Great Lakes and the amazing resources they provide. But for too long, policymakers have put large corporations and their lobbyists in the driver’s seat and have failed to take serious steps towards averting the climate crisis and protecting our envi... Read More >>