Michael Nixon

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Michael Nixon

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 21, 2024

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Air Force

Personal

Birthplace

Birmingham, Ala.

Religion

Christian

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Michael Nixon (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. He lost in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.

Nixon completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Michael Nixon was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He began serving in the U.S. Air Force in 1999.

Elections

2024

See also: Georgia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024

Georgia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024 (May 21 Republican primary)

Georgia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024 (May 21 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Georgia District 2

Incumbent Sanford Bishop Jr. defeated A. Wayne Johnson in the general election for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sanford Bishop Jr. (D)	56.3	176,028
		A. Wayne Johnson (R)	43.7	136,473

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 312,501
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Colleen Massey (Independent)
• David Gregors (L)

Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Georgia District 2

A. Wayne Johnson defeated Chuck Hand in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on June 18, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		A. Wayne Johnson	65.8	7,807
		Chuck Hand	34.2	4,063

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,870
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2

Incumbent Sanford Bishop Jr. advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sanford Bishop Jr.	100.0	46,379

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2

A. Wayne Johnson and Chuck Hand advanced to a runoff. They defeated Michael Nixon and Regina Liparoto in the Republican primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		A. Wayne Johnson	44.6	14,152
✔		Chuck Hand	32.0	10,136
		Michael Nixon	18.7	5,924
	Submit photo	Regina Liparoto	4.7	1,493

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 31,705
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Tracy Taylor (R)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Nixon in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Michael Nixon completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Nixon's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am focused on fighting for quality education, economic growth, and protecting the next generation. I'm passionate about a balanced budget and fighting to rein in federal spending. These are not just empty promises, but goals that we will work tirelessly to achieve. I believe in the power of unity and collaboration, and I am eager to listen to your ideas, concerns, and aspirations. I believe in transparency in government.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Fiscal Responsibility
• Transparency in Government
• America First

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Economic Freedom:

I believe in fostering an environment of economic freedom, where businesses can thrive and individuals can pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations. This involves reducing unnecessary regulations and bureaucratic hurdles that stifle innovation, investment, and job creation. I will streamline regulatory processes, promote free markets, and incentivize private sector growth.

Taxation and Fiscal Responsibility:
I recognize that excessive taxation hampers economic growth and burdens individuals and businesses. I will work towards a fair and simplified tax system, with lower tax rates that encourage investment, savings, and entrepreneurship. I am committed to fiscal responsibility, aiming to reduce government spending, eliminate wasteful programs, and prioritize essential services.

Limited Government Intervention:

I will limit government intervention in the lives of individuals, respecting personal freedoms and liberties. I will protect constitutional rights, including freedom of speech, religion, and privacy. I will review and repeal unnecessary laws and regulations that infringe upon individual rights and hinder personal choices.

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Campaign website

Nixon’s campaign website stated the following:

“	Education Our children are our future, and we must provide them with the best educational opportunities possible. Currently, our education system is failing the next generation of Georgians. Our schools are underfunded, our teachers are overworked and underpaid, and our students are falling behind in the core subjects. We must revitalize our education system by insisting on programs that work. I will fight for policies that empower parents, support our teachers, and promote school quality FOR ALL. By investing in education and vocational training, we can equip our students with the skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. As your next Congressman, I will pursue: Raising pay for high achieving teachers. We must support teachers who go above and beyond for our children, while also holding failing schools and underperforming teachers accountable. Improve vocational training and education. A significant number of good-paying job opportunities go unoccupied because the next generation of Americans lacks the essential skills required by high-skilled professions. By equipping high school and college students with the necessary skill set, we will ensure that our economy is running strong and American workers are competitive in the modern economy. Improve school safety. Our children and teachers deserve safe environments where their only focus is on academic achievement. By improving school safety we will improve academic performance, improve teacher retention, and ensure that the next generation of Americans achieve academic success. Bidenflation and Corruption Our nation’s economy is in crisis. The extreme spending policies of the Biden Administration have skyrocketed inflation and our national debt. Trump’s tax reduction ends in 2025, and must be made permanent. Under President Biden, inflation has crushed Georgia’s economy and forced families to make a choice between putting food on the table, filling up the gas tank, medicines, or making the mortgage or rent payment. It's time for responsible spending and balanced budgets. I will stop the government's out-of-control spending and hold the career politicians accountable for their reckless spending. As your next Congressman, I will: Prioritize fiscal responsibility. It’s time to reduce our national debt and rein in government spending. By eliminating waste, promoting efficiency, and demanding accountability, we can ensure that our hard-earned tax dollars are used wisely and effectively. Cut the fat. We are tired of special interest groups buying career politicians, who then turn around and give billions of our tax dollars to their buddies on wall street. We need accountability in our government and I will work to ensure every tax dollar is spent strategically and efficiently. Small Businesses As a successful business leader, and member of our armed forces, I understand the economic challenges facing Georgians. Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities, they create jobs and opportunities for our community that produce lasting economic growth. We need politicians who understand the struggles that small business owners face on a daily basis. We are tired of special interest groups and corrupt business leaders that dictate economic policy to the rest of us. We need an economic environment that will benefit everyone, not just the rich. As your next Congressman, I will pursue: Decreasing the capital gains tax, to get more jobs-growing jobs Supporting more drilling, to lower gas prices Decreasing agency regulations and paperwork Increasing small business tax incentives/ tax relief Tort reform, make changes to protect honest company's from frivolous lawsuits; and less costs passed to consumers Prioritizing small businesses over special interests and foreign governments Protect America Our national security is paramount. I am committed to supporting our brave men and women in uniform, both locally and Federally, ensuring they have the resources they need to keep us safe. In this time of global uncertainty, we cannot allow Democrats to erode the strength of our military and local safety. Additionally, I will work to secure our borders, addressing the challenges of illegal immigration while advocating for a fair and efficient LEGAL immigration system that strengthens our economy and protects American jobs. As your next Congressman, I will PURSUE: Funding our military so that they can protect America and put our interests first Securing our border with Mexico, supporting legal immigration while keeping criminals and terrorists out *Developing a secure path to citizenship for hard working immigrants Stopping the flow of dangerous drugs into our country. We must label the drug cartels as terrorist organizations to properly defend against the violence and fear they spread across our border Limited Government and Individual Liberty I firmly believe in the power of individual liberty and limited government. AND A GOVERNMENT FOR THE PEOPLE, NOT ON IT! We must protect our constitutional rights and freedoms from unnecessary government intrusion. We need blind justice. I will fight to defend our Second Amendment rights, safeguard personal privacy, and advocate for policies that promote individual responsibility and self-reliance. Together, we can preserve the principles that have made our country a beacon of hope and freedom. As your next Congressman, I will: Always fight to protect your rights, including the second amendment Cut the bloated federal government and stop the waste Give power and authority back to the states; we don’t need D.C. telling Georgians how to live their lives. Stop the federal government from infringing on our rights and liberties. Make sure Federal law enforcement is for justice, and not politics. Fiscal Responsibility and Balanced Budgets It's time for responsible spending and reduced deficits via growth and waste cutting. As your representative, I will prioritize fiscal responsibility, working to reduce our national debt and rein in government spending. By eliminating waste, promoting growth and efficiency, and demanding accountability, we can ensure that our hard-earned tax dollars are used wisely and effectively. As your next Congressman, I will: Eliminate or trim back the Federal departments that waste our tax dollars. Instead, invest that money in the states, where it belongs. Hold our government accountable for wasteful spending. Taxpayers deserve to know where their money is going. Balance the budget, every time! No more unlimited spending.	”
—Michael Nixon’s campaign website (2024)

Campaign finance summary

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Michael Nixon campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	U.S. House Georgia District 2	Lost primary	$45,779	$40,087
Grand total			$45,779	$40,087
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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Georgia's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Jon Ossoff (D)

Raphael Warnock (D)

Representatives

District 1

Earl Carter (R)

District 2

Sanford Bishop (D)

District 3

Brian Jack (R)

District 4

Hank Johnson (D)

District 5

Nikema Williams (D)

District 6

Lucy McBath (D)

District 7

Rich McCormick (R)

District 8

Austin Scott (R)

District 9

Andrew Clyde (R)

District 10

Mike Collins (R)

District 11

Barry Loudermilk (R)

District 12

Rick Allen (R)

District 13

David Scott (D)

District 14

Marjorie Greene (R)

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Democratic Party (7)