MichMash: Congresswoman Haley Stevens makes her case for US Senate seat
In this episode, we sit down with Rep. Haley Stevens to discuss what makes her different from the other candidates.
Haley Stevens joins Alethia Kasben and Cheyna Roth on MichMash.
Congresswoman Haley Stevens is vying for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan in a highly contested field. In this episode of MichMash, WDET’s Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service’s Alethia Kasben sit down with the representative to see what makes her different from her opponents.
In this episode:
- What sets Haley Stevens apart from the other candidates for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat?
- What issues are currently affecting Michigan residents?
Correction: Congresswoman Haley Stevens is endorsed by the Mayor of Highland Park, not Hamtramck.
Overview
Stevens is often compared to other established Democrats like U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell or even Governor Gretchen Whitmer. These comparisons are sometimes used to present Stevens as out of touch with the new generation of politics. Stevens says the focus should be more on meeting the needs of Michigan residents.
“I was Michigan’s first millennial to the United States House of Representatives. I’m not an ageist. I think the goal is representing all of Michigan and getting results for Michiganders.”
She also stated that leaders like Gov. Whitmer’s popularity alongside her own ability to get things done should be embodied.
Stevens also addressed the comparison with her fellow Democrat opponent Mallory McMorrow, and how they seemingly appeal to the same voters.
“I think poll after poll shows I’m the only Democrat who can beat (Republican opponent) Mike Rogers,”she said. “We need a dogged advocate for Michigan. And I think some of the unique attributes that I bring to this race for the United States Senate is that I am Michigan’s workhorse.”
The election for the open Michigan U.S. Senate seat is scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
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