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Michael Way
2025 - Present
2027
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Michael Way (Republican Party) is a member of the Arizona House of Representatives, representing District 15. He assumed office on January 13, 2025. His current term ends on January 11, 2027.
Way (Republican Party) ran for election to the Arizona House of Representatives to represent District 15. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Way completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Michael Way earned a bachelor's degree from Arizona State University, a graduate degree from Oxford University, and a graduate degree from the University of Wyoming College of Law. His career experience includes working in business development and as an attorney.[1]
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2024
See also: Arizona House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Arizona House of Representatives District 15 (2 seats)
Michael Way and incumbent Neal Carter defeated Barbara Beneitone in the general election for Arizona House of Representatives District 15 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Michael Way (R)  | 39.3 | 78,985 |
| ✔ |  | Neal Carter (R) | 37.6 | 75,419 |
 | Barbara Beneitone (D) | 23.1 | 46,368 | |
| Total votes: 200,772 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 15 (2 seats)
Barbara Beneitone advanced from the Democratic primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 15 on July 30, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Barbara Beneitone | 100.0 | 10,937 |
| Total votes: 10,937 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 15 (2 seats)
Incumbent Neal Carter and Michael Way defeated Peter Anello and Alex Stovall in the Republican primary for Arizona House of Representatives District 15 on July 30, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Neal Carter | 35.0 | 18,190 |
| ✔ | | Michael Way | 29.0 | 15,097 |
| Peter Anello | 18.6 | 9,656 | ||
 | Alex Stovall | 17.5 | 9,100 | |
| Total votes: 52,043 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Way in this election.
Pledges
Way signed the following pledges.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Michael Way completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Way's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Arizonan families need someone who will fight for them. I am a family man and an accomplished business executive, not a career politician. I am running for Arizona State House for LD15 because Arizona families need someone who will fight for them and who is accessible and accountable to the residents they serve.
- Secure Arizona’s Border and Communities – A nation without borders in not a nation at all. The invasion at our southern border is dangerous and un-American. We must restore the rule of law and finally secure our border.
- Strengthen our Family Values – Wokeness has taken over many classrooms and boardrooms across the country. I will fight against this dangerous ideology and stand up for Arizona families’ right to school choice.
Protecting Constitutional Rights
Fiscal Responsibility
Safeguarding Election Integrity
Economic Prosperity
George Washington exemplified leadership and integrity. His ability to lead with unwavering principles and his decision to step down after two terms set a powerful precedent for democratic republic.
John Adams demonstrated dedication and intellect. His commitment to American independence and his diplomatic efforts in Europe were crucial to the success of the American Revolution.
Thomas Jefferson embodied innovation and vision. As the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, his belief in education's power to transform society is deeply inspiring.
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Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Arizona House of Representatives District 15 |
Officeholder Arizona House of Representatives District 15 |
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 24, 2024
