As the dust settles from the recent election, Planet Detroit is sounding the alarm on the critical need for robust environmental journalism in our city. With the specter of a Trump presidency looming, we’re launching an urgent year-end fundraising campaign to fortify our newsroom to cover expected seismic shifts in environmental policy.
“The next four years could reshape Detroit’s environmental landscape in ways we can scarcely imagine,” says Nina Ignaczak, Founder and Editor of Planet Detroit. “We’re giving Detroiters a chance to take a stand, to be the watchdogs our city desperately needs in these uncertain times.”
Our newsroom stands as a bulwark against the tide of misinformation and environmental negligence. In a world where truth is increasingly under siege, Planet Detroit remains committed to delivering hard-hitting, fact-based reporting on the environmental issues that impact our community most.
As we brace for potential rollbacks of environmental protections, our role becomes more crucial than ever. We’re not just reporting the news. We’re arming Detroiters with the knowledge they need to fight for their right to clean air, safe water and a sustainable future.
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Our NewsMatch campaign, running until Dec. 31, offers a powerful opportunity for readers to double their impact. Every donation up to $1,000 will be matched.
“This isn’t just about supporting journalism,” Ignaczak emphasizes. “It’s about safeguarding Detroit’s environmental future. In these uncertain times, an informed community is our best defense against potential threats to our environment and public health.”
As local news outlets continue to vanish across the country, leaving communities vulnerable to unchecked environmental abuses, Planet Detroit stands firm. We’re calling on every Detroiter who values clean air, safe water, and a sustainable future to join us in this fight.
Our goal is ambitious but necessary: $60,000 by year’s end. This funding will empower us to intensify our investigative efforts, shine a light on environmental injustices, and hold those in power accountable – regardless of who sits in the White House.
The clock is ticking, and the stakes have never been higher. Will you stand with us in defense of Detroit’s environment? To learn more, click here.