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Michael Riesen
Michael Riesen (Republican Party) ran for election to the Georgia House of Representatives to represent District 136. He lost in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.
Riesen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Michael Riesen earned a bachelor's degree from Pennsylvania Western University Clarion and a law degree from the University of Toledo College of Law. His career experience includes working as a attorney, business owner, and teacher.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Georgia House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Georgia House of Representatives District 136
Incumbent David Jenkins defeated Jeff Lowe in the general election for Georgia House of Representatives District 136 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | David Jenkins (R) | 68.5 | 22,527 |
| Jeff Lowe (D) | 31.5 | 10,383 | ||
| Total votes: 32,910 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 136
Jeff Lowe advanced from the Democratic primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 136 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jeff Lowe | 100.0 | 1,589 | |
| Total votes: 1,589 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 136
Incumbent David Jenkins defeated Michael Riesen in the Republican primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 136 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | David Jenkins | 64.9 | 3,412 |
 | Michael Riesen | 35.1 | 1,845 | |
| Total votes: 5,257 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Riesen in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Michael Riesen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Riesen's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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These are not just principles I live by; they are the foundation of my commitment to you.
My wife Lindsay and I are raising our five children on a family-operated farm in Senoia, GA and Meriwether County.
I am a small business owner in District 136 through which my wife and I instill a sense of work ethic and confidence in our children, while serving the community.
I am a partner with Smith Gambrell and Russell LLP, a 125+ year-old, Atlanta-based international law firm, where I practice in business and intellectual property law. I am a licensed patent attorney and a Solicitor under the laws of England and Wales, with an international client base. My practice allows me to serve solo inventors, entrepreneurs, and Fortune 500 companies. Every year of my legal career I have volunteered my legal services through pro-bono programs to ensure all citizens have access to the legal system.
Prior to law, I was a high school teacher and instructor at community college. My heart for teaching and coaching remains a constant in my life, and such experience allows me to present complex situations to any audience.
It is through this dynamic background that I am compelled to stand up and serve.- Education and Family Values: I am champion for life. Every parent wants the best for their kids, and so do I. As a dad and a former teacher, I know firsthand the power of a good education and strong family values. I'll work to make sure parents and teachers have a say in what our kids learn, ensuring they're ready for real life.
- Agricultural, Healthcare, and Economic Prosperity: I will fight for policies that support our farmers, that expand our access to healthcare, and that foster economic growth across Georgia. I will advocate for policies that enhance innovation and freedom in these sectors so we can maintain and recruit the ‘best of the best’ in Georgia. From our farms to our hospitals, and every business in between, I'm on your side. Let's innovate and keep Georgia moving forward.
- Unity and Respect: I believe in a District united in purpose, where every voice is heard and respected. Division serves nothing. We must unite in truth and re-build trust in those who are called to serve. We're all in this together. It's time to put aside differences and work towards what's best for our community. I promise to listen, respect, and unite. Let's rebuild trust and make sure everyone's voice is heard.
The Presidency and the Political System, Michael Nelson
Letters from Birmingham Jail, MLK, Jr.
Dumbing Us Down, John Taylor Gatto
Outside of farming, my first job was McDonald's. We had a great owner and managers, and even though we cut up with our friends, when it was time to work, we delivered. And we got a free meal for every shift.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 10, 2024
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