Politics & Government
Candidate Profile: Michael Hicks For AZ State House District 10
Michael Hicks shares with Patch why he should be elected to represent District 10 in the Arizona State House of Representatives.
The 2020 election is heating up in Arizona with plenty of candidates vying for office. While there is a huge emphasis on the presidential election, voters will also decide the outcome of local elections and determine who will fill state representative and senate seats.
Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.
Michael Hicks, a Tucson resident, is running for State House District 10.
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Age: 61
Party affiliation: Republican Party
Family: Mrs. Hicks and two children
Occupation: Director of MIS and ITS for 30 years
Previous elected experience: Tucson Unified School Board
Family members in government: Not anymore
Campaign website: Www.hick4tucson.com
The single most pressing issue facing our state is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.
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Healthcare/dental care. I plan to work on a bill to make healthcare and dental care affordable for all.
What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I have experience serving the Tucson community, lots of experience with education issues from being on the TUSD Governing Board.
What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
Having served on the TUSD Governing Board for 8 years, ending my term as president.
What steps should state government take to bolster economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic for local businesses?
Offer low interest loan and work with the federal government.
How will you address the calls for racial justice and police reform?
Try to bring people together to listen to each other and work together.
List other issues that define your campaign platform:
Education, Healthcare, Public Safety, Economic Development, Infrastructure
What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I am a hard worker, I have a history of working for the people, not a party. I do what I say I will do and I will work hard for you.
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