Candidate Profile: Michael Sampson For Milwaukee Mayor

MILWAUKEE, WI — The 2022 spring primaries are coming closer now and soon Milwaukee residents will vote on the next mayor of the city for the first time in two decades.

Michael Sampson, an events planner, said he's the only non-politician in the race and said reckless driving is the No. 1 issue in Milwaukee.

Name

Michael Sampson

Age (as of Election Day)

38

Position sought (including ward or district number if applicable)

Mayor

Party Affiliation

Moderate

Family

Kristin - Fiance

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

Bachelor Poli Sci - UW-Whitewater

Occupation

Event Planner - 13 years

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

NA

Campaign website

Here's a link to Sampson's campaign website.

Why are you seeking elective office?

Milwaukee needs new young leadership.

The single most pressing issue facing our (board, district, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Reckless Driving is the largest issue in Milwaukee right now. I intend to push hard for red light cameras at major intersections. This should slow people down, keep people safe and help make money.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I am the only non-politician in the race.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

Our city's covid response plan for Omicron was a failure. We were not ready for the wave. I intend to be ready for the next wave or variant that comes to Milwaukee.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform.

The 3 C's - Covid, Crime and Common Sense

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Event planning is one of the most stressful jobs out there. I have been doing it for 13 years and am ready to tackle any stressful situation with a calm presence that our city needs.

The best advice ever shared with me was:

Common Sense, Thank you Thomas Paine - My 5th grade teacher.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I have a rescue dog named Cliff and I am committed to Milwaukee!