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David Michel

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David Michel
Prior offices:
Connecticut House of Representatives District 146
Years in office: 2019 - 2025
Successor:Eilish Collins Main (D)
Elections and appointments
Last election
August 13, 2024
Personal
Profession
Designer Eyewear
Contact

David Michel (Democratic Party) was a member of theConnecticut House of Representatives, representingDistrict 146. He assumed office in 2019. He left office on January 8, 2025.

Michel (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to theConnecticut House of Representatives to representDistrict 146. He lost in the Democratic primary onAugust 13, 2024.

Biography

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David Michel was born in Nevers, Burgundy, France.[1] Michel's career experience includes founding Eyes Of Steel LLC., and working as a wholesale consultant for Stainless Steels and Designer Eyewear.[2]

Committee assignments

2023-2024

Michel was assigned to the following committees:

2021-2022

Michel was assigned to the following committees:

2019-2020

Michel was assigned to the following committees:


Sponsored legislation

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Elections

2024

See also: Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

Eilish Collins Main defeatedJim Malerba in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Eilish Collins Main
Eilish Collins Main (D / Independent Party)
 
64.1
 
5,817
Image of Jim Malerba
Jim Malerba (R) Candidate Connection
 
35.9
 
3,259

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Total votes: 9,076
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

Eilish Collins Main defeated incumbentDavid Michel in the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on August 13, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Eilish Collins Main
Eilish Collins Main
 
55.7
 
548
Image of David Michel
David Michel
 
44.3
 
435

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Total votes: 983
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Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled.Jim Malerba advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Michel in this election.

2022

See also: Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

IncumbentDavid Michel defeatedJessica Demmo andThomas Concannon in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of David Michel
David Michel (D / Working Families Party)
 
63.3
 
3,265
Jessica Demmo (R)
 
33.3
 
1,717
Thomas Concannon (Independent Party)
 
3.4
 
174

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Total votes: 5,156
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. IncumbentDavid Michel advanced from the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled.Lynn Arnow advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146.

2020

See also: Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

IncumbentDavid Michel defeatedGeorge Hallenbeck in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of David Michel
David Michel (D) Candidate Connection
 
70.5
 
8,147
George Hallenbeck (R)
 
29.5
 
3,410

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Total votes: 11,557
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. IncumbentDavid Michel advanced from the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled.George Hallenbeck advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146.

2018

See also:Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

David Michel defeatedDan Pannone in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of David Michel
David Michel (D)
 
72.4
 
5,913
Dan Pannone (R)
 
27.6
 
2,257

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Total votes: 8,170
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

David Michel defeated incumbentTerry B. Adams in the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on August 14, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of David Michel
David Michel
 
68.5
 
1,063
Image of Terry B. Adams
Terry B. Adams
 
31.5
 
489

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Total votes: 1,552
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146

Dan Pannone advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 146 on August 14, 2018.

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2014

See also:Connecticut State Senate elections, 2014

Elections for theConnecticut State Senate consisted of a primary election on August 12, 2014, and a general election onNovember 4, 2014. Thesignature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 10, 2014. IncumbentCarlo Leone was unopposed in the Democratic primary, whileEva A. Maldonado was unopposed in the Republican primary. Leone defeated Maldonado andDavid Michel (G) in the general election.[3][4]

Connecticut State Senate, District 27 General Election, 2014
PartyCandidateVote %Votes
    DemocraticGreen check mark transparent.pngCarlo LeoneIncumbent54.7%12,142
    Republican Eva A. Maldonado40.3%8,950
    Independent Eva A. Maldonado3.4%745
    Green David Michel1.6%357
Total Votes22,194

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2022

David Michel did not completeBallotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

2020

Candidate Connection

David Michel completedBallotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Michel's responses.

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I come from an activist background, for Social Justice. I have participated in actions for the most vulnerable people but also for our environment and particularly for the Oceans.

In my first term in office I introduced 28 bills for election reform, mental health support, social justice and environmental Justice. I have been working hard for the people and in many different ways. My three committees of cognizance are Environment, Public Health and Planning & Development. I am also chair of the Animal Advocacy caucus for the state of CT. For this coming session, I intend to continue crucial work to fight our participation in climate change but also in protecting our Frontline of Defense against the devastating impacts of Climate Change. We passed the raise of the minimum wage (we still have work in particular for tip wage workers) and the Family Medical Leave. I am proud to have been in this historical legislative term. We also passed a Police Accountability bill in special session in July 2020Still facing the Corona Virus pandemic, we have work to do for Essential workers (healthcare/Service/Janitorial/Cleaning) and insure they get Workers comp as well as proper PPE. Our undocumented immigrants pay CT around 650 Million dollars in taxes and yet get no protection, we need to change this and get them this fund with 150 Million dollars to prevent sickness and homelessness.

I am here to serve and cannot be a voice without hearing yours. Reach out!
  • I fight for Social Justice
  • I fight for Environmental Justice
  • I fight for the people and our future.
It is crucial for elected officials to serve and represent the people. It can only be done if the elected officials listen to the voices they represent. It is also crucial to respond to all constituents requests even if in disagreement.
It is also important to remember that one is elected with the trust of the people for then to make the right decision for their districts.
Honest, Genuine, Responsive and Sensitive to injustice or unfairness. Also have a disgust for corruption.
CT had the first constitution and all of our committees are joined committees of the state House and Senate. Also a bill can be raised in either chamber.
Not at all. We need people to run to better represent the people. In CT we should expand our Legislative session to at least 9 months, and it should come w a salary. This way a teacher or a waitress or a mechanic or anyone can run. At this point in order to run in CT, it is much easier for someone working from home or a lawyer to run for election.
The ideal relationship would be that we maintain transparency and close contact..and that we all do our best to represent the people and not corporations.
You cannot work on bills and pass bills without building relationships with colleagues.
Fair and non biased - #EndGerryMandering as it is a way of disenfranchising voters.
They represent the areas where I have the most knowledge and passion. I am a member of the Environment and Public Health committees, also of Planning & Development.
I am not a careerist, and actually was pushed into running following my activism and advocacy for the people and the environment.
I have been deeply touched by the story of one of our local heroes, Leroy Jordan, a social worker for the Pacific House Shelter who has spent close to two decades serving and saving the homeless in our city.
I also am deeply touched by all the people joining conservation efforts in cleaning up the trash that would end up in the environment, wild life, and eventually in our bodies ..

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2014

In a submission toBallotpedia, Michel highlighted the following campaign themes:[5]

“Other cities across the U.S. are exploring exciting and innovative transportation solutions. I can't wait to follow their lead.

A responsive government will negotiate directly with energy companies and get our communities a preferred rate (Municipal Utilities)..

A responsive government could emulate North Dakota’s state bank to spur economic growth, create jobs and lower the debt cost for local governments.

A responsive government will also empower our teachers to do what they do best - teach our kids to be educated and responsible citizens while suggesting new major focuses of study on sustainable living and renewable energies.

The two major parties have been living in a bubble. It's time to burst that bubble with fresh ideas.[6]

”

Campaign finance summary

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David Michel campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024Connecticut House of Representatives District 146Lost primary$48,700 $41,602
2022Connecticut House of Representatives District 146Won general$38,190 $38,982
2020Connecticut House of Representatives District 146Won general$36,445 N/A**
2018Connecticut House of Representatives District 146Won general$66,533 N/A**
Grand total$189,868 $80,584
Sources:OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Scorecards

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2024

In 2024, theConnecticut State Legislature was in session from February 7 to May 8.

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to labor policy.
  • Connecticut Business & Industry Association:Senate andHouse
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.


2023

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In 2023, theConnecticut State Legislature was in session from January 4 to June 7.

  • Connecticut Business & Industry Association:Senate andHouse
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.


2022

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In 2022, theConnecticut State Legislature was in session from February 9 to May 4.

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to labor policy.
  • Connecticut Business & Industry Association:Senate andHouse
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills supported or opposed by the organization.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to family issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.


2021

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In 2021, theConnecticut State Legislature was in session from January 6 to June 9.

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.


2020

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In 2020, theConnecticut State Legislature was in session from February 5 to May 6. The legislature held a special session from July 21 to July 27.

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to labor policy.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.


2019

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In 2019, theConnecticut General Assembly was in session from January 9 through June 5.

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.
Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to limiting taxes and encouraging free market activity.






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    • Footnotes

    1. ↑Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 13, 2020
    2. ↑stamfordelections.com, "David Michel," accessed October 24, 2014
    3. ↑Connecticut Secretary of State, "Official candidate list," accessed July 15, 2014
    4. ↑Connecticut Secretary of State, "Official primary and general election results," accessed November 26, 2014
    5. ↑Email submission toBallotpedia on October 23, 2014]
    6. ↑Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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    -    		Connecticut House of Representatives District 146
    2019-2025    		Succeeded by
    Eilish Collins Main (D)


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