Carl Levin

Carl Levin, longtime Jewish senator from Michigan, dies at 87

Levin, an unapologetic liberal who was close with the AIPAC for most of his career, served 36 years, becoming his state’s longest-serving senator.

By Ron Kampeas July 29, 2021 11:05 pm

Navy to name destroyer for Carl Levin, former dean of Jewish senators

The ex-Michigan senator was key in shepherding through funding for the military when he served as chairman of the Armed Services Committee.

April 12, 2016 11:33 am

Jewish former lawmakers urge backing for Iran nuclear deal

Jane Harman, who once was the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, was among 75 ex-Congress members who signed a letter pressing their sitting colleagues to support the agreement.

August 31, 2015 5:19 pm

Sen. Carl Levin garners 23 Dems for softer-toned Iran talks letter

March 27, 2014 6:06 am

Vast majorities in House, Senate stake claims to Iran talks outcome

March 18, 2014 10:51 pm

Carl Levin does not like AIPAC’s Senate Iran letter

By Ron Kampeas March 5, 2014 12:35 am

Hillary Clinton opposes new Iran sanctions

February 3, 2014 11:00 am

Obama to Congress: Now isn’t the time for new Iran sanctions

January 15, 2014 11:47 am

Florida federations push Nelson on Iran sanctions

January 3, 2014 12:46 pm

New sanctions proposal prompts White House rebuke

December 19, 2013 4:08 pm

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