MICHAEL'S STORY

Michael was born and raised in Southern California, where his parents instilled in him the unwavering values of hard work, integrity, and service to others. His father, a WWII veteran, taught him that character—not background—defines a person. He led by example, embodying quiet strength and earning respect through honesty and perseverance. His mother reinforced these lessons, proving that true strength lies in kindness and resilience.

Michael’s journey has been defined by love, loss, and resilience. Before becoming a father, he embraced the role of stepfather, raising Heather with pride. Today, he watches as she raises his three grandchildren. But life also brought profound heartbreak. The loss of two children forever changed his outlook on life. When his son, Michael, was born, he made a solemn promise—to put fatherhood first. And he kept that promise.

Today, he shares his life with his wife, Kelly, whose unwavering support has been his rock. Through triumphs and challenges alike, family has always been his guiding force.

Michael has walked many paths—corporate executive, small business owner, youth sports coach, and political reformer. He built a successful career in corporate America, working his way up from an entry-level sales role to becoming president of a division at American Standard Corporation. He created jobs, strengthened businesses, and saw firsthand how economic policies impact hardworking families.

Yet success did not shield him from adversity. He lost a job for speaking truth to power. He sold his business to fight for political reform, only to watch it dismantled by venture capitalists. He and his wife sacrificed homeownership, took Social Security early, and even drove for Uber to remain in the fight. He didn’t just witness the struggles of working-class Americans—he lived them.

That’s why Michael is running for Congress: to stand up for those abandoned by a broken system. He believes the truth matters, and he refuses to accept the failures of the status quo.

The establishment has failed the American people. That’s why voters have demanded change, electing leaders to challenge corruption and return government to the people. But the fight isn’t over. Career politicians, entrenched bureaucrats, and globalist interests are working to delay and outlast real reform. For decades, they have served corporate elites and special interests—not the people.

Michael refuses to be just another politician making empty promises. He is committed to leading a responsible revolution—one driven by integrity, action, and an unshakable commitment to truth.

He is, above all, Orange County First.

His mission is clear: to help build a new, common-sense, populist movement—one that stands for all Americans, strong borders, and peace, rather than endless wars that benefit defense contractors while American communities crumble. The establishment is terrified because every day Americans are taking more control. That’s why they are doing everything in their power to silence, divide, and dismantle this movement before it succeeds. But they will fail—if the people stand united.

This election is about putting Americans first: restoring liberties, securing borders, revitalizing the economy, promoting public health, ending reckless spending, and making America strong again—physically, mentally, and spiritually. It’s not about Republicans versus Democrats; it’s about common sense versus corruption. It’s We the People versus the establishment.

Americans have a choice: wait for someone else to fix this mess, or take action themselves. Michael isn’t just asking for your vote—he’s calling for your voice, your courage, and your commitment.

Now is the time to take back our country and build an unstoppable, common-sense, populist movement—one that truly represents the people.