longtime @govwhitmer staffer l fmr mi chief climate and energy strategist | owner of a very good dog | views expressed are my own
Michigan, USA
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Kara Cook retweeted
Eight years ago, I ran for governor to fix the damn roads and make a real difference in Michiganders’ lives.
Next Tuesday, let’s elect our next governor, @JocelynBenson, who will build on our progress and always put Michigan first.
Kara Cook retweeted
We’re investing $23 million in 10 projects across Michigan that can bring home nearly $130 million in federal funding & create more than 1,000 jobs. For every state dollar, that’s more than $5 in federal funds working in communities from Detroit to the Upper Peninsula. 🧵
Kara Cook retweeted
The University of Michigan is expanding nuclear energy training and reaching high school students too. UofM expects to train 75 community college grads and 500 bachelor’s students, addressing a critical need for an expanding industry right here in Michigan.
This is a BFD! Today’s announcement will help people and communities across the state and it’s all possible thanks to @GovWhitmer’s landmark ~$2B Sustainable Road Funding Plan from last year! 💪
Gov. Whitmer announces $65 million for transformational public transit projects statewide, new coordinator of transit and rail michigan.gov/whitmer/news/pr…
ALT Small blue bus.
Kara Cook retweeted
It was great to be in Detroit for the 2026 Battery Show! From battery cells in Lansing to battery materials in Muskegon County, we’re building the entire battery supply chain right here at home. If you’re looking for the next place to build something big, we’ve got you covered.
Kara Cook retweeted
Grateful to stand alongside Gov. @gretchenwhitmer, Gov. @Tim_Walz, and @WinnieBrinks as we keep building the momentum to win this November and keep Michigan moving forward.
Kara Cook retweeted
🌊 Michigan’s rivers are getting a major boost.
Today @GovWhitmer announced $89M for Reclaim the Rivers, a new EGLE-DNR effort to clean up and restore the Detroit River, Kalamazoo River and waterways statewide.
More: go.mi.gov/gtwt43517
ALT Governor Whitmer speaks at a podium near the waterfront at the Belle Isle press conference.
ALT Michigan EGLE Director Phil Roos speaking at the Belle Isle press conference about upcoming river cleanup and restoration efforts.
ALT DNR Director Scott Bowen speaks at podium with multiple microphones on a grassy area near a waterfront.
ALT Participants stand on a grassy area near the waterfront, reviewing large project display boards on easels. The boards show maps, aerial images and habitat restoration project information. Buildings across the water are visible in the distance.
Kara Cook retweeted
Standing on Belle Isle today to make a big announcement: we're committing $89 million to transform the Detroit and Kalamazoo Rivers. This means cleaning up pollution, restoring habitats, and more recreation opportunities.
Kara Cook retweeted
Michigan families pay the highest price across the country for DC's tariffs—more than $5,600 per household. Auto exports to Canada are down 23%. Some crop exports are down as much as 89%. I'm fighting for a smarter trade policy. My @WSJ op-ed: wsj.com/opinion/gov-gretchen…
Kara Cook retweeted
My statement on the Supreme Court rejecting the federal government’s unlawful attempt to rewrite the rules on mail-in voting:
ALT Graphic of a statement from Gov. Whitmer.
Kara Cook retweeted
A quick reminder this Clean Energy Week: Michigan will always be a leader in clean energy.
Across Michigan, more than 127,000 people work in clean energy. That's 127,000 Michiganders with good-paying jobs that move our state towards a brighter future.
Kara Cook retweeted
Michigan primary wins bolster momentum for zoning reforms dlvr.it/TVJ1BT
Kara Cook retweeted
Today, I’m continuing my 7-year fight on Line 5 to stop Enbridge from pumping oil through the Great Lakes.
This is a big deal! This approval is the first but it shows @GovWhitmer’s clean energy laws are working…
⚡️150 good paying jobs
⚡️$90m in investment
⚡️clean power for up ~90,000 homes
⚡️ public, local support for the project
Full circle moment.
NEWS: The MPSC approved a siting settlement on an Ingham County solar project, ensuring protections, benefits for impacted communities go.mi.gov/4q8j53240
Kara Cook retweeted
Michigan per household tariff costs: $5,619.
axios.com/2026/08/27/trumps-…
Kara Cook retweeted
Michigan houses are old and getting older. It’s a ‘huge problem’ for state bit.ly/4xomZZ3
Kara Cook retweeted
Republicans in DC are trying to make it harder for you to vote, but we're suing to protect absentee voting here in Michigan. Attorney General Nessel and I are committed to protecting your rights.
