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Michael Fischer
Michael Fischer was a 2016 Republican candidate for District 82 of the North Carolina House of Representatives.
Biography
Fischer received his B.A. in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2005, his M.A. in education from Wake Forest University in 2006 and his J.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2011. He has been an attorney with Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice LLP since 2013 and previously worked as an attorney at the firm Alston & Bird LLP (2011-2013) and as a teacher with Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools (2006-2008).[1]
Organizations and affiliations
- Cabarrus County Republican Party Executive Committee (Secretary)
- Federalist Society
- American Health Lawyers Association
- North Carolina Bar Association[1]
Campaign themes
2016
Fischer's campaign website highlighted the following issues:
| “ |
Growth/Efficiency of Government: Michael is a solid conservative who knows the government that governs least is the government that governs best. As our State Representative, he will evaluate proposed expenditures and determine if they constitute a need or a want. Michael will fight to fully fund our critical needs and work to trim the fat from our state budget. Jobs/Economic Development: Cabarrus County needs more good jobs and a more positive business climate. As our strong legislative voice, Michael will work closely with existing small business owners to remove barriers to job creation such as high taxes and excessive regulation. In addition, he will fight to help recruit new businesses and industries to Cabarrus County by promoting our well-educated workforce and high quality of life. Education: Michael knows the best economic development tool for a prosperous future is a world-class quality education system. As a former public school teacher, he believes we must take decision-making authority away from bureaucrats and put it back in the hands of parents. Even more important, Michael is committed to getting education funds out of the bureaucracy and into the classroom. By empowering families and restoring local control, he will ensure our children have the opportunity to receive the education they deserve and reach their God-given potential. Taxes and Spending: To ensure North Carolina stays on the right track, Michael will take a lead role in pushing for more tax reform, lower taxes, and an end to wasteful spending. We can count on Michael to have a seat at the table when decisions are made that affect the economic well being of the people of Cabarrus County. Healthcare: As an attorney experienced in healthcare and business law, Michael understands that we must reform our state Medicaid system, modernize healthcare delivery, and support healthcare providers to ensure citizens receive quality, affordable healthcare. He believes there are many positive steps that can be taken at the state level to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse. Michael is also committed to reforming Medicaid, so patients are better served and help prevent the bankrupting of our state.[2] |
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| —Michael Fischer, [3] | ||
Elections
2016
Elections for the North Carolina House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election was held on March 15, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016.[4] The candidate filing deadline was December 21, 2015.[5]
Incumbent Larry G. Pittman defeated Earle Schecter in the North Carolina House of Representatives District 82 general election.[6][7]
| North Carolina House of Representatives, District 82 General Election, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Larry G. Pittman Incumbent |
57.92% | 24,636 | |
| Democratic | Earle Schecter | 42.08% | 17,900 | |
| Total Votes | 42,536 | |||
| Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections | ||||
Earle Schecter ran unopposed in the North Carolina House of Representatives District 82 Democratic primary.[8][9]
| North Carolina House of Representatives, District 82 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Earle Schecter (unopposed) | |
Incumbent Larry G. Pittman defeated Michael Fischer in the North Carolina House of Representatives District 82 Republican primary.[10][11]
| North Carolina House of Representatives, District 82 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Larry G. Pittman Incumbent |
52.82% | 5,672 | |
| Republican | Michael Fischer | 47.18% | 5,066 | |
| Total Votes | 10,738 | |||
Recent news
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See also
- North Carolina House of Representatives
- North Carolina House of Representatives District 82
- North Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2016
- North Carolina State Legislature
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Information submitted through Ballotpedia's biographical submission form on January 1, 2016
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Friends of Michael, "Issues," accessed March 8, 2016
- ↑ The primary for U.S. congressional elections was rescheduled to June 7, 2016, following legal challenges to North Carolina's district maps. State races were unaffected.
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2016 Candidate Filing," accessed December 22, 2015
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Candidate Listing," accessed August 23, 2016
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2016 General Election results lookup," accessd December 21, 2016
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Candidate Listing," accessed January 4, 2016
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "03/15/2016 Official primary results - Statewide," March 15, 2016
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Candidate Listing," accessed January 4, 2016
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "03/15/2016 Official primary results - Statewide," March 15, 2016
