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NameMichael Gargiulo
What office are you running for?Georgia State Senate
County, District/TownshipDistrict 9, Gwinnett County
AddressPO Box 33623
Decatur, Georgia 30033
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Phone(000) 000-0000
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Are you currently the officeholder and seeking re-election?No
Is this your first time running for office?Yes
Election Date05/21/2024
WebsiteMichaelForGA.com
Social Media Handles

https://www.facebook.com/michaelforgeorgia
https://twitter.com/michaelforga

KEY ISSUES
1. Provide the top 2 reason why you want to run for office.

I am running for office because I am concerned about the decline in our freedoms, the increase in taxes,
the state of our schools, and the rise in crime. Georgia is in dire need of more freedom-focused Republican
Senators who will fight to uphold the rule of law and protect conservative values.

2. Name the top 2 issues in your county, state, or federal district that you wish to address and how?

1) Illegal Immigration - Prevent Gwinnett from becoming a sanctuary county.
2) Public School Reform & Safety - Restore Georgia's public education system to its former status as a top-
ranking system in the nation. Also, address the alarming increase in school-related crimes, including drug-
related deaths, stabbings, and shootings, by implementing comprehensive safety measures and reforms.

3. Do you support defunding the police?

I oppose defunding the police.

4. What are your thoughts on “Diversity Equity and Inclusion”? Should this be implemented as training for county/city/federal employees? Why or why not?

The incorporation of ideologies like DEI, CRT, and radical WOKE ethics training across all institutions is
contributing to heightened racial

5. With growing pressure to accommodate various lifestyles/identities how would you manage to keep your city/town safe and family friendly?

I respect individuals' rights to live according to their beliefs. However, upholding every demand from any
single party, group, or individual doesn't necessarily reflect the broader consensus of our community.

6. Do you think involving residents in decision making in your city/town is important? Why or not?

Of course. Residents must be involved in decision-making because the policies directly impact their lives.
Their input ensures that decisions accurately reflect the needs and concerns of the community.

7. If you received a $1 million grant to use for the city/town/county any way you wanted, what would you do with it and why?

I would use it to lower our citizens' property tax rates in our county OR to hire law enforcement where most needed in our county.

8. What is your opinion on sanctuary cities/autonomous zones within your city/town?

I adamantly oppose the notion of turning our town, city, or state into a sanctuary city. The failures of such
policies are evident, often resulting in tragic losses for citizens. It's imperative that we prevent our
community from adopting these misguided measures to safeguard public safety and uphold the integrity
of our laws.

9. What are your thoughts on mandating the closure of privately owned businesses due to public health concerns aside from code violations?

It undermines the principles of individual freedom and economic autonomy, setting a dangerous
precedent for governmental overreach.

10. Who is the ultimate authority over the health and safety of the people in your city/town?

The responsibility for the health and safety of the people rests with each individual citizen, while local
government plays a role in providing resources and guidance.

11. Are you endorsed by other organizations? If so, which ones?

Not currently.

12. Do you support making laws to protect life keeping in mind there are many views on what this means?Yes