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Sean McCann

DEMOCRAT

Sean McCann is running for U.S. Representative.

Personal background

Sean McCann has a bachelor's degree in political science from Western Michigan University. He is a married father of two.

Professional background

Sean has eight years of experience as the Director of Financial Development for his local Red Cross chapter. He also served for over six years as the Executive Director of a neighborhood association.

Political background

Sean is currently a member of the Michigan State Senate District 19 and was first elected in 2018. He previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives 60th District from 2013 to 2018. He was also the City Commissioner in Kalamazoo, Michigan, for ten years.

Economy

Prioritizes lowering everyday costs while protecting and creating "good-paying jobs" in Southwest Michigan.

Supports a bill he thinks will help farmers and rural communities through investment in infrastructure, workforce training, economic development, and conservation.

Promises to push for "Right to Repair" legislation, allowing farmers to maintain and repair equipment themselves, rather than wait for "expensive repairs."

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Public Safety

Believes in improving public safety by addressing housing quality, leading disaster relief efforts, and supporting local businesses.

Supports local law enforcement and gun-violence prevention while promoting responsible gun ownership.

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Healthcare

Seeks to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits and reduce the cost of health care.

Supports access to abortion.

Wants to lower prescription drug costs and hold large pharmacies accountable for price gouging.

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Education

Wants to ensure schools are providing our children with the skills they need to succeed, whether that means putting them on the path to a four-year degree or providing the technical education to "connect them with the skills to work in a 21st-century manufacturing economy."

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Energy & the Environment

Claims "we need solutions that reduce costs for Michigan families—not aging coal and natural gas plants that make energy more expensive for ratepayers."

Supports solar, wind, and nuclear energy in Michigan as a way to support US energy independence, reduce pollution, and create "good-paying jobs" in our community.

Wants to "protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the beauty of Michigan for all our kids and grandkids."

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

Advocates for securing the border and reforming the immigration system.

Promises to do everything he can to overhaul the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and hold its agents accountable for illegal actions.

Aims to ensure all veterans receive the Veterans Administration benefits they earned, strengthening pathways for veterans to access job training and "quality careers," and protecting and strengthening the Veterans Administration.

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Voting & Elections

Believes in strengthening voting rights and ensuring fair districting in Michigan.

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