Office and district sought: State Representative, House District 42
Name: Michael Garcia
Party Affiliation: Democrat
Website: www.michaelgarcia.info
E-mail: michael@michaelgarcia.info
Age: 32
Last Degree Earned: M.A., political science, University of Arizona
Occupation: Coordinator, Youth Council for Public Policy
Hobbies: Basketball, golfing, and working out
Family: Single.
How long have you lived in Colorado? Where do you live before? I have lived in Colorado 26 years and have previously lived at Fort Bragg (North Carolina) and Fort Clayton (Panama).
Last Book Read: “Bowling Alone,” by Robert Putnam
Civic Involvement: Aurora Education Foundation, Board of Directors; Spirit of Aurora, Board of Directors; Aurora Museum Foundation, Board of Directors
Major Endorsements: Colorado AFL-CIO; Colorado Conservation Voters; American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, Council 76; Colorado Education Association; Aurora Association of Realtors
Why are you running? I am running for State Representative because I want to ensure my family and neighbors have a strong voice at the Colorado State Capitol.
What are the top three challenges facing Colorado or the institution you seek to represent?
Healthcare-We must have the courage to find the solutions to ensure everyone has access to quality and affordable healthcare.
Education-We must work to make sure that all of Colorado’s children are proficient in math, science, and reading.
Transportation-We have a serious transportation funding shortfall in Colorado and we must find innovative ways to address this need.
What is your top priority in the next session if you should win? My top priority in the next session is to bring more transparency and accountability to the state procurement process.
What proposal in the last session did you oppose the most? I was adamantly opposed to House Concurrent Resolution 1013.
What proposal in the last session did you agree with the most? I was the sponsor of Senate Bill 64 which would have brought more transparency and accountability to the state procurement process.
