Michael is a proud, native Tucsonan who was raised with an
emphasis on the value of education and second chances. A former conservative
Republican and Masters of Divinity student, his personal experiences and educational
background in Justice Studies influence his strong interest in progressive social and
criminal justice reforms especially in Arizona. He takes an introspective and
circumspect approach to evaluating issues with a goal to create ethical and just
outcomes. Also a career technology professional, he brings over 20 years of
management, IT and cyber security experience.