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Why clean energy opponents in Michigan are backing a climate activist for Congress

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Marjorie Steele, a Michigan-based activist known for opposing large-scale industrial development, is receiving support from clean energy opponents in her bid for Congress. Despite identifying as a political independent, Steele’s advocacy frequently aligns her with groups that challenge major infrastructure projects, creating an unconventional coalition of supporters.

Steele has noted that she maintains a contentious relationship with many members of the broader climate movement. Her candidacy highlights a unique intersection in Michigan politics, where local resistance to industrial-scale development has bridged the gap between traditional climate activism and those typically opposed to clean energy initiatives.

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