State of Michigan 2nd District U.S. House of Representatives
Michigan’s 2nd District of U.S. House of Representatives includes Lake, Oceana, Newaygo, Muskegon and Ottawa counties as well as portions of Allegan, Mason and Kent counties including the cities of Wyoming and Kentwood. For a district map, click here.
Three candidates are running in the Nov. 6 General election. They are, in alphabetical order, Democratic candidate Dr. Rob Davidson, U.S. Taxpayers Party candidate Ronald Graeser and Republican Incumbent Bill Huizenga.
Dr. Rob Davidson (D), candidate, U.S. Congress 2nd District
Name: Dr. Rob Davidson
Party: Candidate, Democrat
Occupation: Emergency room physician
Why did you decide to run for the 2nd District U.S. House of Representatives seat?
I decided to run because I realized that congress needs more representatives who are not influenced by special interest money and are instead focused on serving their constituents. After attending town halls with Congressman Bill Huizenga … I came to the realization that his votes on critical issues such as healthcare and the economy often aligned with the interests of big businesses and wealthy special interests instead of the interests of the people in his district.
If elected, what issues do you want to focus on?
Healthcare. I would immediately join current members in supporting legislation HR676: Expanded and Improved Medicare For All. Too many Americans cannot afford health insurance, and too many who do have health insurance struggle with high deductibles and copays.
Rep. Bill Huizenga (R), incumbent, U.S. Congress 2nd District
Name: Rep. Bill Huizenga
Party: Incumbent, Republican
Occupation: U.S. Congressman
Why did you decide to run for the 2nd District U.S. House of Representatives seat?
I want to create a better future for all of West Michigan. As Congressman, I have led bipartisan efforts to preserve and protect the Great Lakes while also working to provide real solutions that remove government barriers, lower taxes for middle class families, and increase opportunity for hardworking individuals across West Michigan.
If elected, what issues do you want to focus on?
I was elected to Congress based on three key principles: create jobs, stop spending, and protect life. These principles still define my role in Congress.
Note: Contact information was not available for U.S. Taxpayers Party candidate Ronald Graeser to invite him to participate in the We the People candidate profiles.
