District 1 deserves a representative who understands the everyday challenges facing our communities and who will fight to make government work for everyone.
As a fourth-generation Deaf leader, community advocate, and lifelong Detroiter, Teddy Dorsette III is running to bring real representation to Lansing through accessible leadership, practical solutions, and community-driven action.
Together, we can build a Michigan where every resident has an equal voice and equal opportunity.
Theodore “Teddy” Dorsette III has spent his career advocating for communities that are too often overlooked.
As Executive Director of the Access, Equity & Leadership Collective, Teddy has led efforts to expand language access, improve disability rights, promote affordable hearing healthcare, and ensure government is accessible for everyone.
He is also a filmmaker, strategist, and organizer who believes that the people most affected by public policy should have a seat at the decision-making table.
Growing up in Detroit shaped Teddy’s commitment to service. Today, he’s running to make sure every resident in District 1 has someone in Lansing who listens, understands, and takes action.
This campaign isn’t about politics.
It’s about people.
Why I’m Running
For too long, many families across Southwest Detroit, West Detroit, Central Detroit, River Rouge, and Ecorse have struggled with rising housing costs, environmental pollution, limited economic opportunity, and barriers to accessing government services.
I believe every resident deserves:
Safe neighborhoods
Affordable housing
Good-paying jobs
Quality public education
Accessible healthcare
Clean air and water
Equal access to government
Real representation means listening first and leading with our community.
Campaign Priorities
Education
Every child deserves a quality education regardless of language, disability, or background.
I will fight for:
Fully funded public schools
Inclusive classrooms
Expanded special education
More ASL-fluent educators
School-based mental health services
Early language access for Deaf children
Seamless Integration
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Affordable Housing
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Healthcare
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Environmental Justice
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Language Access
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Transportation
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District 1
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Southwest Detroit
West Detroit
Central Detroit
River Rouge
Ecorse
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Donate today and help elect Teddy Dorsette III for Michigan State Representative.
